St Dunstan's Education Group
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St Dunstan’s Education Group (SDEG) is a leading South London-based educational collective that brings together a family of pioneering independent schools. Rooted in a heritage that dates back to 1446, the Group is known for its progressive, values-driven approach to education, branded as "Excellence. Differently." SDEG provides central leadership, shared professional services, and a collaborative educational framework for its member schools while allowing each to maintain its unique local identity.
Associated Schools(3)
St Christopher's The Hall School is a co-educational independent preparatory day school in Beckenham for pupils aged 3 to 11. Formed in 1926 via a merger, the school is housed in a handsome Georgian building once belonging to the Cator family. It counts author Enid Blyton among its notable former pupils. Facilities include specialist rooms for music, drama, and art, alongside all-weather sports courts and an expansive playing field. The school provides a balanced curriculum in a supportive environment, encouraging children to develop their individual talents across academic and creative disciplines.
The Villa School and Nursery is an independent co-educational day pre-prep and nursery for children aged two to seven, situated in Peckham, South East London. Housed in Victorian buildings featuring modern classroom extensions and mature walled gardens, the school provides a nurturing environment with a family-oriented ethos. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1, focusing on holistic development through a balance of play and structured learning. Maintaining small class sizes, the school emphasises personal growth and academic readiness for the transition to subsequent schools at age seven.
West Lodge School is a co-educational day school in Sidcup, Kent, for pupils aged 3 to 11. Founded in 1940, the school occupies a Victorian building modernised to include an all-weather sports pitch, a specialist art room, and a computer suite with 3D printers. The curriculum emphasises literacy and numeracy alongside a growth mindset philosophy. By maintaining one class per year group, the school fosters a small, family-focused environment. Pupils have access to a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including music, drama, and various sporting disciplines.