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The Dulwich School Cranbrook

Co-ed
Church of England
Pre-Nursery - Year 11 (Ages 2-16)
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The Dulwich School Cranbrook is a co-educational day and flexi-boarding school for pupils aged 2 to 16, situated within a 50-acre estate in the Kent countryside. Formerly known as Dulwich Prep Cranbrook, the school recently expanded its curriculum to offer a senior provision through to GCSE. The campus comprises specialised blocks for science, art, and music, alongside extensive sporting facilities including an on-site swimming pool and floodlit astroturf. Established in 1938 as a wartime evacuation camp, the school maintains a strong emphasis on both academic breadth and outdoor learning.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Ad-Hoc Boarding
Flexi Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-4.8%

The Dulwich School Cranbrook's fees are 4.8% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+2.0%

The Dulwich School Cranbrook's fees are 2.0% higher than the county average.

Based on 30 schools in Kent and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1938
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 52%/48% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 10.0% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 526 pupils
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Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ABRSM
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Junior Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Scholarships:
Design & Technology
Music
Academic
Performing arts
All-Rounder
Art
Dance
Drama
Sport
Computer Science
Bursaries offered: Yes
The school provides a restricted number of means-tested bursaries for students who have already secured a scholarship. These awards are based on the family's financial requirements.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Swimming Pool (Outdoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Climbing Wall
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Theatre
Pupil Café
Outdoor Classroom
Health Centre
Library
Allotment
School Shop

Contact Information

Address

The Dulwich School Cranbrook, Coursehorn, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3NP

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General Enquiries

01580 712179

Admissions

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:1174358
Registered Company No.:10815140
Owner/Stakeholder:Dulwich Preparatory Schools Trust (owner)