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David Game College

David Game College is a private fee-paying GCSE and Sixth Form independent College based in Tower Hill, London.

City of LondonSeniorCo EdAges 3–18Both314 pupils
Day fees
£9,920
How competitive entry is
Observation + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
314
Founded
1974
Next deadline
Open day: Tue, 7 Jul 2026
Verified 1 month agosource
Houseroom Index 2026Provisional
61.3/100
67% data confidence·v2026.4.0
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Pillar breakdown
Academic outcomes53
Destinations & outcomes54
Future-readiness62
Pastoral & wellbeing70
Pupil flourishing65
Value-add57
Access & breadth80
Parent sentiment70
External consensus70

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Our take

Independent co-ed sixth-form college in City of London for ages 14–19, day or boarding. Non-selective intake, top-tier London fees.

Best for
Who thrives here
  • Students choosing a sixth-form move at 16+ rather than continuing at their current school.
  • Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
  • Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
  • Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
  • Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
Know before applying
  • Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
AI-generated guidance

About the head

Co-Principal & Founder, MA (Oxon), MPhil (Lond)

The College believes extra-curricular activities are central to developing insightful and confident individuals and offers a variety of activities to support the curriculum, stimulate curiosity, and help understand community roles.

small group expert tuitionacademic excellencestudent leadershipcommunity supportcuriosityconfidenceteamworkself-disciplineself-esteem

Distinctive features

central London location

small group tuition

wide range of extracurriculars

specialist GCSE and A Level courses

AI Adaptive Learning Programme

boarder accommodation available

Activities & co-curricular

sport

BadmintonDanceSquashFootballKayakingBasketballYoga

music

Classical Music & Music Technology Club

drama

Theatre ExperienceDrama Society

academic club

Outside SpeakersChess ClubReading ClubCoding ClubGeneral Educational VisitsDebating SocietyGeo-Political Society

service

Supporting the Local CommunityCharity Events

other

Film ClubStudent Council

Facilities

sports

Gym & Dance Studio

arts

Photography Studio & Dark RoomArt Rooms & Architectural StudioMusic Studio & Recording Suite

boarding

Common Rooms & E-Gaming RoomBoarding HouseCommon Areas in Boarding HouseCanteen & Dining RoomLaundry Room

academic

Chemistry LaboratoryBiology LaboratoryComputer Suite & E-LearningLecture TheatresSecurity SystemPhysics LaboratoryLibrary & Study RoomBike Storage

wellbeing

Medical Room

Latest exam results

41%
A-level A*–A
64%
GCSE 9–7
3%
Oxbridge offer rate
2%
Russell Group rate

Data from 2024 results

Where leavers go

20252024
Cohort144
Russell Group3
US Ivy00
Top universities (2025)
Oxford
Cambridge
UCL
King’s College, London
Imperial College London
Bristol
LSE
Nottingham

Recent coverage

In 2024, David Game College achieved an A*-A A-Level pass rate of 29% and a GCSE A*-A pass rate of 30%. In 2025, the A-Level A*-A pass rate increased to 39%, and the GCSE 9-7 (A*-A) pass rate rose to 35%. In 2022, the college introduced boarding facilities, acquiring space in purpose-built student accommodation adjacent to its main teaching building. The most recent Ofsted inspection, conducted on 25 February 2020, rated the college as Outstanding in all areas.

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Application timeline

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Open dayNot published
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Registration opensPassed
1 Sept 2025
Registration closesPassed
31 Mar 2026
Bursary deadlineNot published
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AssessmentNot published
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InterviewNot published
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OffersNot published
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Acceptance deadlineNot published
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Registration windows
YearOpensClosesReply byStatus
2026-271 Sept 202531 Mar 2026TBCClosed

Open events

Open EveningNext week
Tue, 7 Jul 2026
7:00 pm|Online
Visit
Mon, 10 Aug 2026
10:00 am – 6:00 pm|David Game College
Results Clinic
Open Evening
Tue, 18 Aug 2026
7:00 pm|David Game College, Jewry Street, EC3
Open Evening
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
7:00 pm|David Game College, Jewry Street, EC3
Open Evening
Tue, 1 Dec 2026
6:00 pm|David Game College, Jewry Street, EC3
Open Evening
Tue, 12 Jan 2027
6:00 pm|David Game College, Jewry Street, EC3
Open Evening
Tue, 9 Feb 2027
6:00 pm|David Game College, Jewry Street, EC3
Open Evening
Tue, 9 Feb 2027
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm|David Game College
9 February 2027 Open Evening
Dates to be confirmed
Private Visit to the CollegeAvailable by appointment Monday to Friday including school holidays
Dates TBC
Private Visits to the CollegeAvailable Monday to Friday throughout the school holidays by appointment
Dates TBC
Open Day21 April 18:00
Dates TBC

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Talks & tasters

Tue, 7 Jul 2026Open EveningOpen Evening
Tue, 18 Aug 2026Open EveningOpen Evening
Tue, 20 Oct 2026Open EveningOpen Evening
Tue, 1 Dec 2026Open EveningOpen Evening
Tue, 12 Jan 2027Open EveningOpen Evening
Tue, 9 Feb 2027Open EveningOpen Evening

Fees

£28,500per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £28,500Published as VAT-inclusiveYear 7-13 projection £225,101
vs London avg (£24,000)19% above

Bursaries & Scholarships

Max award
50%
Means-tested
Yes
Scholarships
11
medium confidence data
Scholarships by category & award sizeView full bursary & scholarship guide

Wellbeing

David Game College has well-established and robust systems to monitor the academic and pastoral needs of all students, with a dedicated Wellbeing & Mental Health programme, Personal Tutors, on-site Counselling and university applications support. No individual is left behind.

Inspection

Ofsted Date TBC

2 inspection reports on file.

Outstanding
  • Isi · Routine Inspection8 Oct 2024
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Term dates 2025-26

autumn8 Sept 202512 Dec 2025Half-term 27 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring5 Jan 202627 Mar 2026Half-term 16 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer13 Apr 202626 Jun 2026
autumn7 Sept 202611 Dec 2026
spring4 Jan 202719 Mar 2027
summer5 Apr 202725 Jun 2027

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Questions parents ask

Common questions about David Game College, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.

What kind of child is David Game College best for?+

Independent co-ed sixth-form college in City of London for ages 14–19, day or boarding. Non-selective intake, top-tier London fees.

How does admissions work?+

Admissions are non-selective. Registration windows and required forms vary by entry point — check the admissions timeline above.

Are fees published?+

Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.

Does the school support SEND?+

Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.

Are there open days?+

3 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at info@davidgamecollege.com or phone on +44 (0)20 7221 6665. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

What similar schools should I compare?+

We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to David Game College — see the "Schools like David Game College" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.

Enrichment last updated 11 May 2026. Sources include the school’s official site, Wikipedia, Good Schools Guide, Tatler, and Sunday Times Parent Power.

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