Dulwich Prep London is an independent school for boys aged between three and thirteen years, with girls in the Nursery. Originally founded in 1885 as an independent preparatory school, the school is now a separate charity, albeit part of the Dulwich Preparatory Schools Trust, from which it leases premises. The school has its own board of governors and its leadership and management are entirely independent of the Trust.
Since the previous inspection, Dulwich Prep London has become a day school offering 'day boarding opportunities where pupils may stay for supper and undertake homework and supervised activities. A digital learning programme, providing pupils with individual electronic devices, has been established throughout the school. Substantial new buildings include a science block housing laboratories, design and technology provision and cookery suites,and counselling facilities which also accommodate the skills and strategy department. Additionally, sports changing facilities and the main auditorium have undergone major refurbishment. A new chair of governors has been appointed.