Dulwich College is an international school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1908. It serves 1,919 students. Annual tuition ranges from $25,425 to $27,206 USD.
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Location & getting here
Prosperous South London neighborhood, residential with green spaces, ~20 minutes from Gatwick Airport and direct central London access; popular with international families seeking urban London schools with space.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 12 km | ~26 min | — |
| Heathrow | 26 km | ~44 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Gatwick | 33 km | ~53 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic scholarships awarded to boys with exceptional performance in entrance examinations and interviews. 222 full or partial bursary awards made in 2025-26 for academically strong families, with 200+ means-tested free and subsidized places available.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Dulwich College meets all Independent School Standards across leadership and management, quality of education, pupils' wellbeing, social education, and safeguarding. The early years provision is rated as good. The school demonstrates strong governance, a comprehensive curriculum with excellent public examination results, and rigorous safeguarding procedures.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Babies and Toddlers (6 months-2 years), full day | £7,552 | £22,656 |
| Pre-Reception (Ages 3-4) | £6,889 | £20,667 |
| Reception, Year 1, Year 2 (Ages 5-7) | £7,579 | £22,737 |
| Day Pupils Year 3-8 (Ages 7-13) | £10,662 | £31,986 |
| Day Pupils Year 9-13 (Ages 13-18) | £10,706 | £32,118 |
| Weekly Boarders | £21,001 | £63,003 |
| Full Boarders | £22,472 | £67,416 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch (Year 9-13 day pupils) | Per term | — |
| Child Student Visa Compliance Fee | Per year | £600 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (7 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Dulwich College is an academically selective independent boys' school in south London with a distinguished tradition of inspired teaching and scholarship. The school develops each boy's natural talents through a broad range of academic, sporting and co-curricular activities, preparing them for competitive universities and careers in major professions.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7+ (Year 3) | Not specified in admissions content | Not specified | Not specified |
| 11+ (Year 7) | Entrance examinations + interview. All candidates automatically considered for Academic Scholarship. | January–February | Not explicitly stated; registration form online |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Entrance examinations + interview. Scholarship assessments: Music audition, Art portfolio + interview, Design Technology portfolio + practical + interview, Sports assessment + interview. | January 2027 (scholarship auditions/assessments 9–23 January) | Not explicitly stated; bursary form deadline end November |
| 16+ (Year 12) | Music, Art, DT, Sports scholarship auditions/assessments available; general entry requirements not detailed | Year 12 applicants notified of arrangements separately | Not specified |
How to apply
- Complete online registration form (registration fee £200 UK, £440 overseas; waived if Pupil Premium eligible)
- Sit entrance examinations and attend interview
- Scholarship candidates: submit portfolio (Art/DT) or application (Sports), attend audition (Music), or assessment session
- Receive offer (place + scholarship and/or bursary awards made simultaneously)
- Accept offer and pay deposit (£2,500 day pupils, £5,000 boarders; first term fees in advance if parents overseas)
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- For scholarships: portfolio (Art, Design Technology), application form + references (Sports), or prepare for audition (Music)
- For bursary: online form + financial evidence assessed by third party (Bursary Assessment Associates)
Open events
- Junior School: regular parent tours Friday mornings, Open Mornings and Open Afternoons in Michaelmas Term (specific senior school open days not listed)
Scholarships: Academic, Music, Art (13+ only), Design Technology (13+ only), and Sports scholarships at 11+/13+/16+ entry; worth 10% to one-third of fees; 210+ bursary awards (£5.5m in 2025–26); scholarships and bursaries can be combined to maximum 100% of fees.
Admissions contact: Senior: [email protected] 020 8299 9263; Upper School (16+): [email protected] 020 8299 9281; Junior (7+): [email protected] 020 8299 8432
Assessment format (subjects, paper structure) not detailed for main entry exams; only scholarship-specific assessments fully documented. Senior school open day dates not listed in crawled content. Bursary process well documented with clear eligibility criteria and timeline.
Why Families Choose
- Historic buildings and green open spaces
- Distinguished tradition of inspired teaching and scholarship
- Strong placement to competitive UK and world universities
- Reputation for producing actors, musicians, sportsmen and writers
- Broad curriculum emphasizing independent and creative thinking
Fees & Financials
Original currency: Weekly boarders – £20,020, Full-time boarders – £21,422.
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent