Dulwich, London SE21 7AL
10 simple reasons to choose Dulwich Hamlet Junior School
State junior school (academy converter) in Dulwich.
For pupils aged 7 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Not a school of religious character.
Non-selective admissions policy.
Large school with an average of three classes per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.
10 better reasons to choose Dulwich Hamlet Junior School
Schoolsmith Score®; 74.
One of the best state primary schools in Dulwich and one of the 8 best independent or state primaries within 0.5 miles.
On average, 27.7 pupils per class and 24 pupils per teacher.
In the top 9% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years. Most pupils go on to Charter School at the end of Year 6.
The school's curriculum is subject based, and organised by half-termly themes. Enquiry skills are developed within the subjects and with some cross-curricular projects.
In the top 36% of schools in the country for pupil progress, over the last 4 years.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There is a small number of academic clubs.
School offers over 15 different sports. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. 75% of children learn an instrument outside the class. Two choirs and five musical ensembles. Over 10 different visual and performing arts clubs per year group per term.
Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2008.
Find another school near Dulwich Hamlet Junior School
Independent Prep Schools
James Allen's Junior School (0.3 miles); Alleyn's Junior School (0.4 miles); Dulwich College Junior School and DUCKS (1 mile).
State Primary Schools
Jessop Primary School (0.8 miles); St Jude's Church of England Primary School, Herne Hill (1.1 miles); Elm Wood School (1.6 miles).
Independent Senior Schools
James Allen's Girls' School (0.3 miles); James Allen's Girls' School (0.3 miles); Alleyn's School (0.4 miles).
State Senior Schools
The Charter School (0.4 miles); The Charter School (0.4 miles); Harris Boys' Academy East Dulwich (1.4 miles).