Private school open days in Southwark
27 upcoming open days, open mornings and tours at 7 independent schools in Southwark. An open day is a set date when a school welcomes prospective families to tour the site, meet staff and pupils and hear from the head. Most schools ask you to book a place.
Updated 30 September 2026
Upcoming open days in Southwark

Dulwich CollegeMid-week Middle School tour
TourSouthwarkThu, 1 Oct 2026Thu, 1 Oct 2026
Herne Hill SchoolOpen Morning Autumn 2026
Open morningSouthwarkOctober 2026October 2026
Herne Hill SchoolOpen Mornings and In-Action Tours
Open morningSouthwarkOctober 2026October 2026
James Allen's Junior SchoolJunior School Autumn Open Morning - Weekend
Open morningSouthwarkSat, 3 Oct 2026Sat, 3 Oct 2026
Alleyn's School11+ & 16+ Open Morning
Open morningSouthwarkSat, 3 Oct 2026Sat, 3 Oct 2026
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Schools with upcoming open days in Southwark
All 7 schools, A to Z, with the month of the next open day.
- Alleyn's SchoolNext: October 2026
- DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' SchoolNext: October 2026
- Dulwich CollegeNext: October 2026
- Dulwich College: The Junior SchoolNext: October 2026
- Herne Hill SchoolNext: October 2026
- James Allen's Girls' SchoolNext: October 2026
- James Allen's Junior SchoolNext: October 2026
Open days in Southwark: common questions
- What is an open day?
- An open day is a set date when a school welcomes prospective families to tour the site, meet staff and pupils and hear from the head. Most schools ask you to book a place.
- When are private school open days in Southwark?
- Houseroom lists 27 upcoming open days at 7 independent schools in Southwark, the most in Oct. Most schools hold their main open days in the autumn, about a year before entry.
- When are independent school open days held?
- Mostly between mid-September and mid-November, about a year before entry. Autumn 2026 open days are for September 2027 places. Sixth form open evenings usually fall in October and November.
- Do I need to book an open day?
- Usually, yes. Places are capped and popular open mornings fill weeks ahead. Each listing links to the school's own booking page.
- What is the difference between an open day and a school tour?
- An open day is a set event, often on a Saturday, with talks and pupil guides. A tour is a smaller visit on a normal school day, so you see the school as it really runs.
- Can I visit a school outside its open days?
- Most schools will arrange a private visit on request, especially if you are moving to the area. Contact the admissions office directly.