Alleyn's School

Alleyn's School, founded in 1619 alongside its sister school Dulwich College through the bequest of actor Edward Alleyn, is one of south London's most vibrant and academically outstanding co-educational independent schools. Located in East Dulwich, the school educates approximately 1,200 students aged 4 to 18, offering GCSE and A-Level programmes. Alleyn's is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC) and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The school consistently achieves outstanding academic results and maintains a strong record of entry to leading UK and international universities. Alleyn's is particularly celebrated for its extraordinary co-curricular breadth: the school has a long tradition of excellence in drama, music, and sport, with a professional-quality theatre, concert hall, and extensive sports facilities. Students are drawn from a wide range of south London communities, with a generous bursary programme expanding access significantly. The school's culture of intellectual curiosity, mutual respect, and community engagement creates a distinctive and enriching educational environment. Graduates from Alleyn's are known for their confidence, creativity, and academic ambition.