The Charter School East Dulwich

URN: 142178 • London SE22 8RB

Overview

Name
The Charter School East Dulwich
URN
142178
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CHARTER SCHOOLS EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Harbottle (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
02038732290
Website
Visit
Address
Jarvis Road, London SE22 8RB

Summary

The Charter School East Dulwich is a mixed secondary free school located in Southwark, London, with a current enrolment of 1,344 students and a capacity of 1,680. Established in 2016, the school serves the communities of East Dulwich and South Camberwell, offering an inclusive and academically rigorous environment. The school is part of The Charter Schools Educational Trust and has quickly become one of the most oversubscribed new schools in the country.

The curriculum at The Charter School East Dulwich focuses on academic excellence, with students consistently achieving GCSE and A Level results above the national average. The school promotes a holistic educational experience through its unique programme, which encourages leadership development, career exploration, cultural engagement, and strong community connections.

Parents can engage with the school through various events, including welcome evenings and achievement ceremonies, fostering a strong sense of community. The school prioritises student well-being and personal growth, ensuring that all pupils feel they belong and are supported in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Southwark
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE CHARTER SCHOOLS EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
1680
Pupils
1344
Boys
697
Girls
647
FSM %
27.20
Open date
2016-09-12
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1344 697 647 1680 27.20
2024-09-11 1247 630 617 1680 24.70
2023-09-11 962 503 459 1680 23.80
2022-09-11 962 503 459 1680 23.80
2021-09-11 777 417 360 1680 26.90
2020-09-11 597 306 291 1680 22.60

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