Dulwich Prep & Senior
Southwark, Greater London · SE21 7AA
A boys' school in Southwark spanning the early years through to age 13, Dulwich Prep & Senior carries an Anglican character and offers both day and boarding places. Its roughly 810 pupils place it in the medium-size band, and the Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection the top grade of "excellent", with personal development also rated excellent and all compliance requirements met. Notably, almost a third of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to meeting a range of learning needs. Entry points include the 11+, making it an option for families seeking a senior place at that stage.
810
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£29,235
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 810
- Location
- Southwark, Greater London
- Website
- www.dulwichprepsenior.org.uk
- Telephone
- 020 766 5500
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Master Louise Davidson
Teaching & academics
The ISI's "excellent" rating across both education quality and personal development points to consistently strong provision, with GCSE qualifications offered at the senior end. Academic scholarships are available alongside awards in music, sport and art, indicating that high achievers in several fields are recognised and supported.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 30.79%
- EHC plans
- 0.25%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport features prominently, with rugby, football, cricket and swimming among the main offerings. The presence of music, sport and art scholarships signals that talent beyond the classroom is actively nurtured.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £20,370 - £29,235
Limited number of means-tested bursaries available to new applicants, subject to academic assessment.
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 2 December 2025
The last word
An Anglican boys' school with day and boarding options and a top ISI rating, well suited to families wanting a broad education from the early years through to 13. A limited number of means-tested bursaries, subject to academic assessment, may help widen access.
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Dulwich Prep & Senior 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dulwich Prep & Senior located?
Dulwich Prep & Senior is located at 38-42 ALLEYN PARK, LONDON, SE21 7AA.
What type of school is Dulwich Prep & Senior?
Dulwich Prep & Senior is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Dulwich Prep & Senior?
Dulwich Prep & Senior has approximately 810 pupils on roll.
What is Dulwich Prep & Senior's inspection rating?
Dulwich Prep & Senior is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 2 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.