Dulwich College Prospectus
Lower School
Everyone can try everything
Between 70 and 80 boys enter the Lower School in Year 7 (age 11+), joining around 50 boys from the Junior School. We provide a stimulating and stretching academic challenge while also ensuring the boys feel secure and confident. During Years 7 and 8, all subjects are taught by specialist teachers and we place a strong emphasis on developing sound academic and organisational skills. Outside the classroom a broad range of co-curricular activities encourages boys to make the most of College life.
“One of the most important aspects of starting life in Year 7 is helping the boys to settle in and make new friends. We know that boys achieve their best only if they are happy at school. The wellbeing team invest a good deal of time to ensure we get this crucial step right as we know it pays great dividends in the long term.”
Iain Scarisbrick Head of Lower School
Forging friendships
During their first term, Year 7 boys spend a week at the College’s Outdoor Centre in the Brecon Beacons where they get to know each other in a relaxed environment. Activities include climbing, caving, gorge-walking, waterfall exploration, mountain-walking and map-reading.
This trip is hugely popular and lasting friendships are made.
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