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Dolphin School (Incorporating Noahs Ark Nursery Schools)[1]

Independent · ages 2–11

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Headline results

No headline results are published for this school in the latest two years.

Results

No published data for this school.

Ofsted

Inspected by
Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)[2]

Inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted. ISI publishes its reports on its own website (isi.net), not as open data, so they aren't shown here.

Competition to get in

Admissions

Sibling priority, 4+ entry
siblings given priority 2026-10-14[3]

Character & practicalities

Fees

Nursery, day
£3,113–£3,191 a term 2026/27 · NURSERY · VAT not stated[4]
Pre-prep, day
£6,052 a term 2026/27 · ● Key Stage 1 termly fees · excl. VAT[5]
Prep, day
£6,635 a term 2026/27 · ● Key Stage 2 termly fees · excl. VAT[5]

As published by the school on its own website for the year shown, quoted from our archived copy. Ranges run from the lowest to the highest fee the school lists for that stage. Check the school's current fees before deciding: extras (lunch, trips, exams) and bursaries are not included. Fees are never used to rank schools.

Type
Other independent school[1]
Ages
2–11[1]
Boys / girls
Mixed[1]
Faith
Christian[1]
Admissions
Non-selective[1]
Sixth form
No[1]
Boarding
No boarders[1]
Capacity
311[1]
Local authority
Wandsworth[1]
Website
www.dolphinschool.org.uk[1]
Nursery classes
Has Nursery Classes[2]
Special classes
Has Special Classes[2]
Section 41 (can be named in an EHC plan)
Not approved[2]
District
Wandsworth[6]
Postcode
SW11 6QW[1]
URN
101084[1]

School details as recorded in Get Information About Schools on 14 Oct 2026.

Pupils

Number on roll
161 2024/25[7]
SEN support
10.6% 2024/25[7]
EHC plan
1.2% 2024/25[7]
Free school meals in the last 6 years
0% 2024/25[7]

Practicalities

Admissions contact
The admissions contact details include the provided URL, a different email address, and the same phone number. 2026-10-14[3]
Bursaries
'Fee Assistance' may be offered to children whose family could not afford full fees; special consideration for children of clergy, missionaries and charity leaders; 'in some circumstances' support for low-income homes. Application form, means test and interview with Bursar and Governor. Max % not stated. 2026/27[4]
Entry points
https://www.dolphinschool.org.uk/admissions/how-to-apply/ · Beyond Reception (occasional) · For entry beyond Reception, children are invited to the school for a Trial Day. · Trial Day to assess readiness 2026-10-14[3]
Occasional places
Dolphin School accepts applications throughout the year, depending on space availability. 2026-10-14[8]
Open events
The Open Morning on 8 October 2026 was held, and the next Open Mornings are scheduled for 9 March 2027 and 11 May 2027. Entry Sept 2028[9]

Routes to senior schools

No preferential route at 11+
Sits the senior schools' normal competitive entrance exams; no preferential route published. Dolphin pupils leave to a wide range of schools in the immediate area and beyond. We give great support and consideration to parents as to the next choice of school after Dolphin. 2026-10-14[10]

In the inspectors' and the school's words

Academic
Teachers display good subject knowledge and set high expectations for pupils. Pupils develop the skills and knowledge needed for the next stage of their education and achieve well in their applications to senior schools.[11]
Warmth
Trusting relationships between pupils and staff ensure that pupils’ concerns are listened to and addressed.[11]
Pastoral care
Leaders provide a nurturing environment where pupils’ voices are heard and any concerns quickly addressed.[11]
Behaviour
Pupils are courteous, well behaved and respectful in their interactions. Pupils are focused and diligent learners who express their ideas confidently.[11]
Learning support
Leaders identify pupils’ needs proactively. They use assessment information to arrange in-class, individual and external specialist support sessions[11]
Enrichment
A wide range of extra-curricular activities provides pupils with opportunities to develop their skills and build on their knowledge.[11]
Pupil voice
Pupils are given leadership opportunities such as becoming school councillors and captains. Leaders seek pupils’ views about PE and respond positively to them.[11]
Collaboration
They collaborate well with others and listen respectfully to their views.[11]
Structure
The behaviour strategy provides pupils with clear guidance. Teachers apply sanctions fairly, when necessary. Leaders prioritise pupils’ spiritual and emotional wellbeing through daily periods of reflection, prayer and assemblies.[11]
Diversity
Pupils embrace inclusivity, including during events such as ‘neurodiversity week’.[11]
Sport
Regular physical education (PE) and sports sessions enable pupils to keep fit and be active. the curriculum now includes dance, parkour and capoeira, to reflect pupils’ wider interests.[11]
Performing arts
older pupils enhance their musical skills and performance techniques in recorder club. They sing joyfully and celebrate the performances of others.[11]

Sources

  1. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments. Period 2026-10-14, published 2026-10-14. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  2. Department for Education: Get Information About Schools: all establishments (independent schools' inspectorate and provision). Period 2026-10-17, published 2026-10-17. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  3. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — How to apply. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (5)
    Thank you for your interest in Dolphin School. Reception places are allocated on a first come first served basis with siblings given priority. (p. 1)
    If you would like to visit the school or have any questions, please complete our online enquiry form or contact our Admissions Registrar, Mrs Benson, on 020 79243472 in order to book a visit. (p. 1)
    Dolphin School, 106 Northcote Road, London SW11 6QW (p. 1)
    020 7924 3472 (p. 1)
    For entry beyond Reception, children are invited to the school for a Trial Day (p. 1)
  4. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — Fees. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (6)
    NURSERY: £3,113 per term (p. 1)
    LOWER SCHOOL: £7,262 per term (p. 1)
    NURSERY: £3,191 per term (p. 1)
    Dolphin School may be in a position to offer assistance to children whose family would not normally be able to afford the full school fees and who, it is felt, would particularly benefit from an education at the School. (p. 1)
    In line with the Christian foundation of Dolphin School, special consideration for bursary places may be given to children of clergy, missionaries and charity leaders. In some circumstances, support can be given to children from homes with a low income. (p. 1)
    Assistance may be awarded following a completed application form, means test and an interview with the School's Bursar and Governor responsible for assistance recommendations. (p. 1)
  5. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — Fee Increase Letter 2026-27-4 (PDF). Period 2026-10-17. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (2)
    ● Key Stage 1 termly fees: £6,052 (+VAT) (p. 2)
    ● Key Stage 2 termly fees: £6,635 (+VAT) (p. 2)
  6. Office for National Statistics: Parish to Ward to Local Authority District (May 2026) Lookup in EW. Period 2026-05-01. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  7. Department for Education: Compare School Performance download: School census. Period 2024/25, final. Publication page. Data file. Licence: OGL-3.0.
  8. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — Admissions. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quote
    We accept applications throughout the year (space permitting) (p. 1)
  9. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — Visits tours and open mornings. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (2)
    Our latest Open Morning was held on 08 October 2026. (p. 1)
    Our next Open Morning dates: Tuesday 09 March 2027 Tuesday 11 May 2027 (p. 1)
  10. dolphinschool.org.uk: dolphinschool.org.uk — Leavers destinations. Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quote
    Dolphin pupils leave to a wide range of schools in the immediate area and beyond. We give great support and consideration to parents as to the next choice of school after Dolphin (p. 1)
  11. reports.isi.net: reports.isi.net document (PDF). Period 2026-10-14. Licence: copyright-quoted.
    Quotes (18)
    Regular physical education (PE) and sports sessions enable pupils to keep fit and be active (p. 9)
    the curriculum now includes dance, parkour and capoeira, to reflect pupils' wider interests (p. 9)
    Trusting relationships between pupils and staff ensure that pupils' concerns are listened to and addressed (p. 13)
    Teachers display good subject knowledge and set high expectations for pupils (p. 3)
    Pupils develop the skills and knowledge needed for the next stage of their education and achieve well in their applications to senior schools (p. 7)
    Leaders provide a nurturing environment where pupils' voices are heard and any concerns quickly addressed (p. 3)
    Pupils are courteous, well behaved and respectful in their interactions (p. 9)
    Pupils are focused and diligent learners who express their ideas confidently (p. 3)
    Pupils embrace inclusivity, including during events such as 'neurodiversity week' (p. 11)
    The behaviour strategy provides pupils with clear guidance. Teachers apply sanctions fairly, when necessary (p. 9)
    Leaders prioritise pupils' spiritual and emotional wellbeing through daily periods of reflection, prayer and assemblies (p. 9)
    A wide range of extra-curricular activities provides pupils with opportunities to develop their skills and build on their knowledge (p. 8)
    Pupils are given leadership opportunities such as becoming school councillors and captains (p. 11)
    Leaders seek pupils' views about PE and respond positively to them (p. 9)
    They collaborate well with others and listen respectfully to their views (p. 3)
    older pupils enhance their musical skills and performance techniques in recorder club (p. 8)
    They sing joyfully and celebrate the performances of others (p. 9)
    Leaders identify pupils' needs proactively. They use assessment information to arrange in-class, individual and external specialist support sessions (p. 7)