Originating as a grammar school in the City of London in the 15th century, St. Dunstan's College was built on its present site in South East London in 1888.
The College has retained its independence and its academic orientation and became co-educational in September 1994. Our aim is to provide an education that is truly co-educational, with opportunities for girls every bit equal to those for boys. The College is proud and happy to provide places for boys and girls where there is proven financial need, so that there is good social mix amongst its pupils. From its earliest days, the new College had strengths in the Sciences. These have been maintained, although not at the expense of the Humanities or aesthetic subjects, for as many pupils gain university places for Arts subjects as they do for Sciences or Technology. Music, Art and Drama also are important subjects, finding a place in every pupil's curriculum. Whilst the main games are cricket, netball, rugby football, tennis, athletics and hockey, there are many opportunities for pupils to try their hands at other sports: judo, fives, swimming, dinghy sailing, canoe slalom and chess have all recently been activities at which Dunstonians have won regional and national honours. The voluntary CCF is regarded as one of the best in the country and community service activities attract many pupils and much appreciation. Above all, St. Dunstan's College is a caring institution where the importance of the pupil as an individual is recognised. The closest possible links are maintained between home and school, and it is believed by all staff that successful education develops from a co-operative effort.
