The school is set within 40 acres of land, a mile east of the attractive and historic town of Cranbrook in Kent. The nearest station is Staplehurst (6 miles) a 60 minute journey from London (Charing Cross). Staff accompany the boarders on the train at half-term and at the beginning and end of term. Gatwick and Heathrow airports are within easy reach and the school arranges transport.
Dulwich Prep, Cranbrook is divided into three separate, self-contained departments: Nash House (3-6 Years), Lower School (6-9 years) and Upper School (9-13 years). There is a strong emphasis on up to date teaching methods and the National Curriculum has been adopted in all subjects. Children are prepared for assessment to State schools as well as Common Entrance and Scholarship examinations and a wide range of other activities take place. Art and Music are particularly strong while no fewer than forty musical groups cover the 3-13 age range. 85% of all children between 7-13 play musical instruments. Rugby, Soccer, Hockey, Cricket and Netball, Tennis, Lacrosse, Rounders and Basketball are played and Riding is available for boarders. A large, all-weather surface, a new Sports Hall (which includes cricket nets) and swimming pool have recently been opened. In addition, a large new teaching block, including classrooms, two science laboratories, DT and IT rooms and a resouce centre was opened in the Autumn Term 1996. Each department has a library, computers and assembly halls which are fully equipped for the production of concerts and plays.
In the last twenty years, pupils have gained entry to nearly a hundred different schools.
