DLD College
DLD College London is a co-educational senior school offering GCSE, A Level, BTEC and International Foundation courses with day and boarding options.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Lambeth for ages 14–19. Non-selective intake, top-tier London fees.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 14–19, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- 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.
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
At DLD College London, we aim to stretch and challenge our students, motivating them and raising their own expectations of themselves, building confidence and enabling them to access a range of degree courses at top universities in the UK and globally.
Distinctive features
Pioneering Year 9 curriculum from 2023
Alpha Scholars Programme
Strong BTEC programme with top level Distinctions
International Foundation Programme
Non-selective admissions
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
In 2022, and , GCSE results showed , and BTEC students achieved , all well above national averages
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 116 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| Russell Group | 19 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 0 |
Recent coverage
In August 2024, DLD College London reported that 78% of its GCSE grades were between 9 and 4. In August 2023, the college announced that 79% of A-Level and BTEC grades were awarded A*-C, with an overall pass rate of 98%. In March 2024, James Kidd was appointed as the new Principal, effective September 2024, succeeding Irfan Latif. In December 2023, the Independent Schools Inspectorate conducted a focused compliance and educational quality inspection, highlighting DLD College London's nurturing pastoral care system.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2024 | 30 Sept 2025 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Inspection
Isi — 5 Dec 2023
2 inspection reports on file.
- Isi1 Dec 2023Good
Term dates 2025-26
Policies & documents
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about DLD College, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is DLD College best for?+
Independent co-ed senior school in Lambeth for ages 14–19. 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?+
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
Are there open days?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@abbeydld.co.uk or phone on +44 (0)20 7935 8411. 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 DLD College — see the "Schools like DLD College" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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