Shakespeare's First Folio
Find out about the College's First Folio and our involvement in the National Folio400 celebrations.
Junior School
BOYS from 7 To 11 years
Welcome to Dulwich College Junior School, an academically selective day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 6 before they join the Senior School.
Shakespeare's First Folio
Welcome To Dulwich College Junior School
Our ethos is one of kindness, doing the ‘right’ thing, inclusivity and striving for excellence. It is underpinned by inspiring teaching, Free Learning and the co-curricular life beyond the classroom.
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Academic
Academic
Inspired teaching and genuine scholarship lie at the heart of academic life
Leavers’ Destinations
Leavers’ Destinations
Pupils leave to study throughout the UK and around the world
Junior School Symposium
Junior School Symposium
An inspiring day of inspiring academic enrichment with JAPS
''... a truly dynamic and diverse school ...''
Tatler Schools Guide 2023
70+
Societies and Clubs
8,200+
books in the Junior School Library
18
The average class size
1
Choreographer in Residence to teach dance to every boy
2
musical instruments learned by every boy in Years 3 and 4
1
iPad for every boy in Years 5 and 6
Latest News
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Today boys from Years 4, 5 and 6 were treated to one of the best author visits we've ever had.
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On Tuesday, we had an exciting collaboration afternoon with girls from JAGS. Led by Mr Whitehead and the Games Department, the pupils took part in a range of team games.
![Members of the Junior School EDI Forum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701939223/dulwichorguk/max4haxdcv1rcipuv3os/Members_of_the_Junior_School_EDI_Forum.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701939223/dulwichorguk/max4haxdcv1rcipuv3os/Members_of_the_Junior_School_EDI_Forum.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701939223/dulwichorguk/max4haxdcv1rcipuv3os/Members_of_the_Junior_School_EDI_Forum.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701939223/dulwichorguk/max4haxdcv1rcipuv3os/Members_of_the_Junior_School_EDI_Forum.jpg","width":986}])
The Junior School EDI Forum has met twice this term with the focus on diversifying the curriculum.
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Our first ever Breakfast Beats concert took place this week and was a roaring success. There was a warm, supportive and energetic vibe in the Auditorium as the parents and pupils enjoyed a pastry whilst watching some of our fabulous percussionists showcase their hard work
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In contrast to the cold and dark outside, the Junior School Hall was filled with warmth and joy on Monday afternoon in the first of this year’s Open Concerts.
Pastoral
Our extensive pastoral care is an integral part of our holistic education
Free Learning
Free Learning
Fostering intellectual curiosity and a lifelong love of learning
Holistic Education
In addition to excellent public examination results, Dulwich offers a truly holistic education with a breadth of opportunities and underpinned throughout with strong pastoral support
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Co-curricular
Co-curricular
An energetic and varied programme to inspire every pupil at every age
Clubs and Societies
Clubs and Societies
Our academic offer develops knowledge, skills and an understanding of ideas
Charities
Charities
Pupil commitment and initiative in their extensive charitable fundraising
An Active Community
Our diverse and outward-looking community is built and nurtured through a wide range of local, national and international partnerships
Partnership
Dulwich College International
Our International Dulwich Olympiad 2019
"Plant a Tree" project
Our International Dulwich Olympiad 2019