St Dunstan's College
School summary
Founded in 1888, St Dunstan's College is a Church of England independent school in Lewisham, educating boys and girls from age 3 right through to 18. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it excellent for both education quality and pupils' personal development, with all compliance standards met. With 365 pupils on roll and a sizeable sixth form of 187, it offers the feel of a substantial all-through school where most families progress towards A-levels and university. Entry at 11 is one of the main points of admission.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
77%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
64%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
89%
National average 55%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 23 April 2024
Teaching & academics
At A-level the results are strong, with 64% of grades at A*-A and 89% at A*-B, and the breadth of subjects is notable, spanning sciences, humanities, the arts and applied options such as Business Studies and Computer Studies. The EPQ sits alongside GCSE and A-level for those wanting to stretch beyond the standard curriculum. GCSE attainment is similarly healthy, with 77% of grades at 9-7. Almost a fifth of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a school used to accommodating a range of learning needs.
GCSE subjects
Head · Miss Laura Whitwood
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 187
A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Sport runs across football, netball, tennis and swimming, and the school offers scholarships in music, drama, sport and art, with a design engineering award at 16+. The strong showing of drama, music and art at both GCSE and A-level points to a culture where the creative and performing arts are taken seriously.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1888
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 18.48%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £20,860 - £26,030
College Benevolent Fund
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An academically ambitious, arts-rich all-through school in south-east London, suited to families looking for breadth and a substantial sixth form. Day fees run from around £20,860 to £26,030, with bursary support available through the College Benevolent Fund.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.