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Dulwich Preparatory School

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Dulwich Preparatory School — a school heritage in england-london, United Kingdom.

Alleyn Park, London SE21 - geograph.org.uk - 2303367

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Dulwich Preparatory School is a school heritage located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

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Place summary

Dulwich Preparatory School is located in London. It is an independent co-educational day school known for its academic excellence. The school serves children from ages 3 to 13 and has a strong emphasis on holistic education.

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Background

History

In the autumn of 1938, John Leakey, the Headmaster of what was then called Dulwich College Preparatory School in Dulwich, London, organised an emergency evacuation camp to be constructed in the orchard on his father-in-law’s land at Coursehorn, near Cranbrook, Kent. Originally there were 6 wooden huts, some bell tents, a marquee and some camp kitchen equipment. After much preparation, on 1 September 1939, the train taking the 135 boys aged 5–13 set off from West Dulwich Station, arriving at Cranbrook Station after 9pm in the pouring rain and were transported by car, sheep lorry and on foot to the camp three miles away at Coursehorn. The smallest boys (five and six year olds) were educated…

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Coordinates
51.4342, -0.0852
District
Southwark
Parish
Southwark, unparished area
Postcode
SE21 7AA
Parliamentary constituency
Dulwich and West Norwood
Established
1938

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dulwich Preparatory School?
Dulwich Preparatory School is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE21 7AA), in the parish of Southwark, unparished area.
When was Dulwich Preparatory School built?
Built or established in 1938.
Is Dulwich Preparatory School free to visit?
Yes, Dulwich Preparatory School is free to enter.
How do I get to Dulwich Preparatory School?
Drivers can navigate to postcode SE21 7AA. It sits within the Dulwich and West Norwood parliamentary constituency.