MixedIndependent

St Dunstan's College

LONDON, Lewisham, Greater London · SE6 4TY

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.

365

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£26,030

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-18
Pupils
365
Location
LONDON, Lewisham, Greater London
Website
www.stdunstans.org.uk
Telephone
0208 516 7200

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Miss Laura Whitwood

Latest results

Attainment 8

16.5

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

GCSE grade 9-7

77%

A-level A*-A

64%

A-level A*-B

89%

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.

Sixth form

Sixth-form pupils
187

Popular A-level subjects

MathematicsEconomicsEnglish LiteratureHistoryPhysicsChemistryBiologyPsychologyDrama and Theatre StudiesDesign and TechnologyBusiness StudiesComputer StudiesGovernment and PoliticsPhysical EducationReligious StudiesArt and Design

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-levelEPQ

Learning support & SEN

SEN support
18.48%
EHC plans
0%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

MusicDramaSportArtDesign Engineering (16+)

Popular GCSE subjects

Religious StudiesPhysical EducationMusicDesign & TechnologyBusiness StudiesArt & DesignDrama & Theatre StudiesLatinClassical CivilisationCitizenship

Sport

Main sports

FootballNetballTennisSwimming

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.

Ethos & heritage

Founded
1888
Religious character
C of E
Boarding
No

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£20,860 - £26,030

College Benevolent Fund

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
23 April 2024
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The last word

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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St Dunstan's College 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is St Dunstan's College located?

St Dunstan's College is located at Stanstead Road, Catford, LONDON, SE6 4TY.

What type of school is St Dunstan's College?

St Dunstan's College is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.

How many pupils attend St Dunstan's College?

St Dunstan's College has approximately 365 pupils on roll.

What is St Dunstan's College's inspection rating?

St Dunstan's College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 23 April 2024.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.