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Education Group

Tuesday 23 June - Thursday 2 July 2026

Welcome

Another year has ﬂown by, and I am proud to welcome you to the St Dunstan’s Education Group Festival, which now fully engages our whole community across all schools within the group. Each year we reﬂect on the success of the festival and how we can improve the experience for all involved, and this year, we have crystalised the vision more clearly:

An annual group-wide celebration of our education, community and ethos, investing in a programme of activities that creates opportunity for us to:

Elevate the experience of all the young people who study at SDEG schools; exposing them to knowledge, skills and experiences that are beyond the normal curriculum, lighting ﬁres of curiosity and building interests and pursuits that might not otherwise have been encountered.

Collaborate with people from different walks of life, children of different age groups, with different staff, subject specialists and professional experts, learning, developing and enriching each other’s lives with skills, talents and shared experiences.

Celebrate all we are as a group, building our sense of community and identity, across the group and beyond, by ensuring inter-school collaboration and collective educational endeavour.

Donate time, resources and energy via the active facilitation of volunteering, community work and giving back to society; creating opportunities for students and staﬀ to live the social, charitable and moral values that we believe distinguish us.

This year the festival spans 10 days, opening and closing with group-wide performances celebrating ‘Excellence. Diﬀerently’ and between which are a wide range of workshops, trips, exhibitions, concerts, plays, sports and celebrations. Across the central weekend we are proud to host The Catford Weekender, our annual community festival, a real chance for us to donate to our local community, opening the festival grounds for live music, workshops, sport, fun family activities and so much more.

We are entirely grateful for the support of Judge & Priestley, who are the headline sponsors of the SDEG Festival 2026.

We hope you enjoy the festival and make the most of all the wonderful opportunities that are available to both parents and students, ﬁnishing the school year with a real sense of pride and achievement. I look forward to seeing you at one of the events.

Mr Richard Gregg Director of SDEG Festival

Essential Information

Page 4

Rosemead Prep Events

Page 10 - Page 13

St Dunstan’s Junior School Events

Page 18 - Page 21

Telethon 2026

Page 26 - Page 27

Page 6 - Page 9

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St Dunstan’s Senior School Events Page 22 - Page 25

Headline Events

St Christopher’s The Hall Events Page 14

Elevate - Collaborate - Celebrate - Donate Booking Information

Festival Locations

The Jubilee Grounds is the venue for our group-wide SDEG Festival events, as well as many of the larger-scale events and those of St Dunstan’s Senior School, plus the Catford Weekender. The Jubilee Grounds venue includes the Big Top, Open Air Stage, and the Jubilee Hall locations.

The Jubilee Ground is on Canadian Avenue, London, SE6 4SW It is a short 5 minute walk from St Dunstan’s College, and is opposite Catford and Catford Bridge rail stations, with several TfL bus stops directly outside.

Please note there is no parking available at the Jubilee Grounds during the Festival.

Please use public transport where possible; alternatively there is limited parking available in the surrounding area.

Accessible parking for blue badge holders can be arranged in advance by emailing festival@stdunstans.org.uk

In addition, each school is hosting their own events on their school site across the 10-day period. Locations are clearly marked next to each listing in the programme.

Stay up to date with the latest Festival news and photos on social media using

#SDEGFESTIVAL

Visit our website: www.stdunstans.org.uk/festival

All Festival tickets will be available to purchase at: www.ticketsource.co.uk/sdc

= Families welcome

Please book your tickets before each event, including free events, as tickets will not be sold on the door. Upon booking you will be emailed your tickets which include a QR code that will be scanned on arrival. The code can be scanned on a printout or directly from your phone. Please ensure you have your tickets as they will allow you entry into your chosen event(s).

All events require a ticket unless stated otherwise. Students will need to sign up workshops and some events using SOCS. They will be provided with separate details on how to do this.

Catford Weekender

To book for any events that are part of the Catford Weekender please go to www.ticketsource.co.uk/catfordweekender

SDEG 2026

Festival Opening Event

“All Roads Lead to London”

23 June / Big Top / 1800

Join us for an evening celebration of the cultural diversity within the St Dunstan’s Education Group. An opportunity to try different street foods is followed by a stage presentation that explores how we all grow and develop from the inﬂuences of the international cultures around us.

‘High School Musical’ St Dunstan’s Junior School Year 6 Musical and Leaver’s Celebration

24 June / Big Top / 1800

The West End comes to St Dunstan’s Junior School! Year 6 students will deliver a production of High School Musical. The well-known songs from the musical, including the iconic “We’re All In This Together” and “Breaking Free” will be performed in the Big Top Tent, followed by fun activities and street food.

Headline Events

LAMDA Slam

24 June / St Dunstan’s College Theatre / 1900

A celebration of the work of LAMDA students across the college. An evening of monologues and duologues combined to entertain and provoke thought.

Opera - Orpheus in the Underworld

25 June / Open Air Stage / 1900

St Dunstan’s answer to Glyndborne, open air opera for everyone. This year we visit the Underworld in Offenbach’s hillarious comic opera that gave the world the “Can Can”. Will Orpheus rescue Euridyce or would he rather she remained in the Underworld?

Headline Events

Art Exhibition Launch

26 June / Jubilee Hall / 1800

Showcasing the best art from years 7 - 13 plus the winning entries from our inter-schools art competition. Enjoy the creative talents of our young people.

The Art Exhibition is also open on 27, 29 and 30 June.

26 - 28 June

Catford Weekender

26 - 28 June / Jubilee Grounds

Join us at the Catford Weekender for live music, open air cinema, street food, arts, workshops, family fun, and unforgettable community celebrations!

Friends of St Dunstan’s Summer Fete

27 June / Jubilee Grounds / 1330

Join us for an afternoon packed with stalls, games, rides, and activities for all the family. Local food trucks will be serving up a range of great food and you can relax and listen to some live music before our community choirs perform in the evening.

Senior School Prize Giving

27 June / Big Top / 1000

Celebrating everything from academic to co-curricular achievements, our annual prize giving event is a real opportunity to highlight the very DNA of the college, recognising how our values are lived out in the lives of the students. This event is invitation only.

29 - 30 June Headline Events

Art Exhibition

27, 29 - 30 June / Jubilee Hall / 1700

Showcasing the best art from years 7 - 13 plus the winning entries from our inter-schools art competition. Enjoy the creative talents of our young people.

Design Engineering

Major Project Show

29 June / College STEM Block / 1630

The Design Engineering Department showcases students’ major projects, demonstrating their creativity, technical skills, and innovation.

St Dunstan’s Junior School Concert

29 June / Big Top / 1800

St Dunstan’s Junior School pupils will be performing in this wonderful event to celebrate the musical achievements in the Junior School. Those performing will include; Pre-Prep Choir, JS Rock School, Prep Choir, Prep Strings, JS Chamber Choir and JS Wind Band.

Only One? - A New Musical

29 June / St Dunstan’s College Theatre / 1900

Only One? Is a brand new musical by written and composed by sixth form student Sam Mawrey Yates. The show explores relationships, destiny and choices, following aspiring writer Mirae as she navigates the impact of reconnecting with a childhood friend.

T20 Staff & Student Cricket

30 June / Jubilee Grounds / 1600

Promising big hits, ﬁerce rivalry and plenty of laughs as staff and students take to the pitch. Spectators can expect an exciting show down - but will students dare to take on the challenge?

Headline Events

Shakespeare - Julius Caesar

30 June / Big Top / 1900

Beware the Ides of March! Shakespeare’s retelling of Caesar’s death and Roman political machinations is brought to life in a tense, highly charged production on the Big Top stage.

5 Day Musical - Footloose

01 July / Big Top / 1900

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn’t prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher. Set to the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Festival Finale Concert

02 July / Jubilee Grounds / 1900

Join us for an evening of exciting and uplifting music from the College Orchestra, Big Band, Barbershop, Voce Viva, culminating in a performance from our group-wide Festival choir featuring over 200 young people. This promises to be the musical highlight of the Festival.

22 June

Year 3 and 4 Workshop Day KAPLA

Our students are participating in an exciting KAPLA workshop, using wooden planks to design and build creative structures. This hands-on experience promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and imagination, while developing spatial awareness and conﬁdence through fun, engaging, and collaborative construction challenges.

Year 5 Workshop Day Mock Law Trial

Our students will take part in an engaging mock trial workshop with All Rise Workshops, stepping into roles such as barristers and jurors. They will explore the justice system, evaluate evidence, and develop conﬁdence, teamwork, and persuasive speaking skills in a fun, immersive courtroom experience.

23 June

Nursery & Reception

Elevate Day

A day off timetable where teachers elevate the children’s experience through a range of hands-on, fun and creative experiences.

Year 1 and 2 Workshop Day ‘&also Drama’

Children will take part in a drama workshop run by ‘&also Drama’ focusing on the theme of “Our World” plus transitioning to year 2.

Year 5 Rainforest Convention

An environmental awareness convention where children become delegates and deliver projects, performances, and facts about rainforests.

Year 6 Make Money Grow

A fun, practical introduction to business running where children create and sell their own products with parents invited along simply to shop!

SDEG 2026

Festival Opening Event

“All Roads Lead to London”

St Dunstan’s Big Top / 1800

24 - 25 June

24 June 25 June

Years 1, 2 and 6 Elevate Day

A day off timetable where teachers elevate the children’s experience through a range of hands-on, fun and creative experiences.

Year 3 Space Exhibition

An immersive experience where children share the wonders of space through interactive learning.

Year 4 Elevate Day Gurdwara Visit

A day off timetable where teachers elevate the children’s experiences and Year 4 teachers are taking the children to the local Gurdwara.

Year 5 and 6 Celebration of Success

Our annual event celebrating the achievements of our Upper Key Stage Two children.

Visiting Parent Assembly

As part of our programme of ‘Inspiring Brilliant Futures’ assemblies, one of our parents is attending to present their career and journey to our prep children.

Nursery and Reception Celebration of Success

0915

Our annual event celebrating the achievements of our EYFS children.

Year 5 Elevate Day Woodland Wellness Walk

The Year 5 children will be stretching their legs and taking a walk around our surrounding area as an opportunity to look after their wellbeing.

Year 6 Workshop Day Google

Our students will experience a day at Google’s home in London, courtsey of one of our parents.

26 June

Year 1 and 2

Celebration of Success 0915

Our annual event celebrating the achievements of our Key Stage One children.

Parent and Grandparent

Afternoon Tea 1415

Parents and Granparents are invited to share some sweet treats with their children during the school day.

26 - 28 June Catford Weekender

Jubilee Grounds

Join us at the Catford Weekender for live music, open air cinema, street food, arts, workshops, family fun, and unforgettable community celebrations!

29 June

SDEG Year 2 Workshop Day at St Christopher’s the Hall

Year 2 pupils from all schools in St Dunstan’s Education Group will visit St Christopher’s for a fun packed day of workshops. The children will learn to play music with junk materials and they will participate in engaging outdoor activities, inspiring teamwork, imagination, and a love of music and performance.

Year 3 Workshop Day Wonderdome

Our students will experience an immersive Wonderdome planetarium session, exploring space in a mobile dome theatre. They will discover stars, planets, and the solar system, deepening scientiﬁc understanding while enjoying an inspiring, interactive, and memorable learning experience for all learners.

= Families welcome

30 June

Nursery and Reception Workshop Day - Zoolab

Our students will take part in a ZooLab workshop focused mainly on minibeasts and insects. They will handle and observe live bugs, learning about habitats, adaptations, and lifecycles. This hands-on experience will build curiosity, conﬁdence, and respect for wildlife through safe, interactive learning.

Year 1 and 2 Topic Celebration

1415

A creative and educational celebration of all the work done in the Summer Term. Expect to feel as though you’ve been transported to another place on this earth.

Year 5 and 6 Alice the Musical Show 1

1900

Our Year 5-6 students will perform in Alice the Musical, bringing the classic story to life through song, dance, and drama. This exciting production will develop conﬁdence, teamwork, and performance skills in a vibrant, creative school show experience.

1 July

Year 3 Elevate Day

30 June - 02 July

2 July

Rosemead Rodeo

0900

Rosemead’s take on a summer fair. In partnership with the RSA, children will celebrate our move to one site with full rodeo style all day before parents join us in the evening.

A day off timetable where teachers elevate the children’s experience through a range of hands-on, fun and creative experiences.

Year 4 Sustainable Breakfast

0830

An eco-friendly breakfast for Year 4 children to share with parents to promote healthy, sustainably-sourced food as part of their ‘Food Glorious Food’ topic.

Year 5 and 6 Alice the Musical Show 2 and Disco

1900

Our second cast perform Alice the Musical before the whole cohort celebrate with a well-deserved Disco!

Festival Finale Concert

St Dunstan’s Big Top / 1900

= Families welcome

23 June 24 June

Years 4-6 Parents

End of Year BBQ

1220

Get ready for a sizzling Summer Festival BBQ! Families with children in Years 4–6 are invited to enjoy a feast fresh from the grill, as our chef Phil cooks up a storm. Expect delicious food, great company, and a lively atmosphere - an afternoon of ﬂavour, fun, and fantastic community spirit!

= Families welcome

Prep Author Visit & Workshops - Puneet Bandhal

An unforgettable experience awaits St Christopher’s as author Puneet Bhandal visits us. Pupils will dive into her exciting book ‘Starlet Rivals’, explore her vibrant culture, and even learn some energetic Bollywood dancing. With interactive workshops and plenty of fun ahead, it will be a joyful celebration of creativity and culture.

Café Francais

1530

Mrs Dubeck invites you to her French Café at our Summer Festival! Indulge in exquisite pâtisserie, delight in authentic French ﬂavours, and be warmly welcomed by our talented Year 4 pupils showcasing their language skills. Enjoy music, sunshine, and community spirit while supporting Cancer Research - an unforgettable celebration of culture, cuisine, and joy!

Year 5 and 6 Production: Oliver!

1800

Get ready for a show-stopping performance as our talented Year 5 and Year 6 pupils bring Oliver! to life. Bursting with unforgettable songs and brilliant acting, this spectacular production promises an evening of drama and delight. Enjoy interval drinks and ice-cream as you soak up the atmosphere - an unmissable theatrical treat!

25 June

Prep Rap Assembly & Workshops - Rapper Breis

An electrifying workshop awaits with London-based rapper Breis! Ever wondered how the pros craft their ﬂow? Pupils will learn to rap like professionals, exploring rhythm, lyrics, and performance skills in a high-energy session packed with creativity, conﬁdence, and musical expression.

Year 1

Charity Goalathon Challenge

A lively and heartwarming Year 1 Goalathon is on its way! How many goals can we score together for a great cause? Our youngest pupils will be kicking, cheering, and celebrating every effort as they raise funds for Cancer Research. Expect teamwork, determination, and plenty of joyful energy.

Year 2

Charity Trim Trail Challenge

Year 2 will be taking on an exciting Trim Trail Challenge for Cancer Research. Climbing, balancing, and navigating their way through the course, pupils will push themselves with enthusiasm and determination. What heights can we reach when we challenge ourselves for a cause that truly matters?

Year 5 & 6 Production:

1800

26 June

St Christopher’s Variety Show

A spectacular morning awaits at the St Christopher’s Variety Show! Who will steal the spotlight? Pupils will take to the big stage, sharing their unique talents with the whole school. From music to dance and more, expect ﬂair, originality, and a vibrant celebration of performance.

St Christopher’s Big Sing

Our whole school will gather to perform an exciting rendition of Rebecca Williams’ “Power in Me” in our Pre-Prep playground, culminating in a wonderful video performance to be shared and celebrated with our whole

EYFS Fun Story Friday

1320

Who doesn’t love a good story shared together? EYFS Fun Story Friday will warmly invite parents into the Pre-School to enjoy magical stories alongside their children. A cosy, joyful experience of reading, imagination, and connection, celebrating a love of books and shared moments.

Year 3 Charity Sponsored Skip

making a real difference. school community.

Who will keep the rhythm going for a great cause? Year 3 will take part in a charity skip in support of Cancer Research, bringing energy, teamwork, and smiles to every jump. Together, pupils will raise vital funds while having fun and

St Christopher’s Summer Fair

1530

St Christopher’s Summer Fair is back - bursting with traditional stalls, exciting games, live entertainment, and a fantastic rafﬂe with great prizes. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of laughter, community spirit, and non-stop fun. A vibrant, unmissable celebration of summer for everyone!

Year 6 Enterprise

“Make our Money Grow”

1600

Who is ready to turn creativity into real business success? Year 6 will take on an exciting enterprise project, designing and running games and stalls at the Summer Fair. Pupils will plan, create, and sell their ideas - building teamwork, conﬁdence, and entrepreneurial skills along the way.

26 - 28 June

Catford Weekender

Join us at the Catford Weekender for live music, open air cinema, street food, arts, workshops, family fun, and unforgettable community celebrations! Jubilee Grounds

29 June

30 June

Pre-Prep Yoga

Bearz Assembly & Workshops

St Christopher’s are excited to invite Yoga Bearz to deliver an inspiring assembly and engaging workshops for EYFS and Pre-Prep. Pupils will explore movement, mindfulness, and fun activities, building calm focus, conﬁdence, and wellbeing through a joyful, interactive experience.

Years 1 and 2

Cross SDEG Year 2 Workshops and Presentations

St Christopher’s are excited to welcome Junk Percussion for an outdoor cross-school event with Year 2 pupils from St Dunstan’s and Rosemead. Children will enjoy an energetic workshop of rhythm and creativity, alongside a carousel of engaging outdoor activities, inspiring teamwork, imagination, and a love of music and performance.

Big St Christopher’s Quiz

St Christopher’s Big Quiz for Years 1 and 2 will be a lively celebration of learning, ﬁlled with fun questions, teamwork, and excitement. Pupils will think, share ideas, and enjoy a joyful atmosphere as they take on friendly challenges together. Who will be the quiz champions this year?

Years 3-4

Big St Christopher’s Quiz

St Christopher’s Big Quiz for Years 3 and 4 will be an exciting celebration of knowledge, teamwork, and friendly competition. Pupils will tackle fun, challenging questions together, share ideas, and enjoy a lively atmosphere - who will rise to the top as this year’s quiz champions?

Year 6 Leavers’ Ceremony

1800

Year 6 will gather for their Leavers’ Ceremony, celebrating their successes, friendships, and unforgettable memories. Pupils will reﬂect on their journey, share special moments, and sing together one ﬁnal time, marking a joyful, emotional farewell as they prepare for their next adventure.

Year 5 Charity Car Wash

Year 5 will host a vibrant sponsored car wash in support of our school charity, full of energy, teamwork, and community spirit. With engaging music playing, pupils will wash and shine every car, working together to raise vital funds - who will produce the shiniest ﬁnish of the day?

Year 6 Trip to Chessington World of Adventures

Year 6 will embark on an unforgettable adventure to Chessington, where learning will meet excitement. From thrilling rides to fascinating animal encounters, students will build conﬁdence, friendships, and memories - a perfect celebration of their primary journey, ﬁlled with laughter, discovery, and fun.

= Families welcome

1 July

Art Carousel Celebration

A spectacular whole-school Art Gallery experience awaits as Ms Williams transforms the school into a showcase of creativity! Pupils will proudly display their work while exploring and appreciating the inspiring creations of others. From bold ideas to intricate details, what artistic wonders will they discover on this shared journey of imagination?

EYFS Charity Silly Summer Sprint

EYFS pupils and teachers will take part in a Silly Summer Sprint in support of Cancer Research. Filled with laughter, playful races, and fun obstacles, this joyful event will celebrate teamwork and energy while supporting an important cause together.

Year 4 Charity Cake & Ice Pop Sale

Year 4 will host an exciting charity event selling delicious cakes and refreshing ice pops in support of Cancer Research. Pupils will come together to raise funds, share treats, and spread joy, turning every bite into a step towards making a real difference.

Years 5 and 6

Big St Christopher’s Quiz

Pupils in Years 5 and 6 will take part in St Christopher’s Big Quiz. Filled with challenge and excitement, this engaging event will test knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking while bringing pupils together in a fun, competitive celebration of learning.

Year 6 v Teachers

Charity Cricket Match

The whole school community will be invited to watch the Year 6 vs teachers cricket match. Sip on Pimm’s, enjoy a classic cricket tea, and cheer them on - who will claim the trophy this year? A lively, spirited afternoon awaits everyone.

2 July

Years 1-3 Parents End of Year BBQ 1220

Parents of Years 1–3 will be warmly invited to a school BBQ, bringing community and families together. Enjoy a delicious meal on the Pre-Prep playground, where laughter will ﬂow, connections will grow, and a welcoming atmosphere will celebrate shared moments.

Year 6 Leavers Water Fight!

Year 6 will celebrate with a well-earned end-of-year water ﬁght, where laughter will ﬁll the air. Students will enjoy friendly fun, strengthen friendships, and make lasting memories - an exciting, refreshing reward to mark the end of their primary school journey together.

Festival Finale Concert

St Dunstan’s Big Top / 1900

22 June

Art Clay Workshop

The children in Pre-Prep will take part in an exciting clay workshop. The children will explore the tactile nature of clay while developing important motor skills. They will learn simple techniques and create a ﬁnal project piece.

23 June

KIMBA Workshop

The children from Pre-Prep and Prep will participate in a poetry workshop with Kimba Bush-Ramsey an acclaimed artist, poet, and author. The children will work with Kimba to write their own poems linked to our festival theme. They will perform their poems to their year group.

SDEG 2026

Festival Opening Event

“All

Roads Lead to London”

Big Top / 1800

Join us for an evening celebration of the cultural diversity within the St Dunstan’s Education Group. All Year 3 pupils will participate in the opening ceremony, performing a song and a dance. Children will be invited by Ms Staes to perform in a cultural piece about languages in the Junior School. There will also be an opportunity to try different street foods, followed by a stage presentation that explores how we all grow and develop from the inﬂuences of the international cultures around us.

24 June

VRPRIME Headsets Workshops

Prep pupils will be immersed in virtual reality, wearing VR headsets. The childen will explore the world directly from the classroom through this innovative technology.

‘High School Musical’ St Dunstan’s Junior School

Year 6 Musical and Leaver’s Celebration

Big Top / 1800

25 June

Storyteller Workshop

A Storyteller will visit the Pre-Prep children and will engage them in a storytelling workshop with music. The children will listen and interact with stories about nature and our world.

Animal Sanctuary Workshop

25 and 26 June

The children in Pre-Prep and Prep will take part in an interactive educational workshop on conservation and an up-close animal encounter.

Taekwondo

25 and 26 June

Selected Prep pupils will participate in a fun taekwondo lesson. The children will focus on building discipline, conﬁdence, ﬁtness, and self-defense in a structured, fun environment.

One Earth Workshop

25 and 26 June

Children in Pre-Prep and Prep will participate in an environment workshop. The children will take part in an array of drama-led activities to understand how climate change is impacting the world we live in. They will learn how to swap carbon footprints for caring footprints as they discover how to look after our planet.

26 June

Lego Workshop

Selected Prep pupils will get hands-on with LEGO bricks in Bricks McGee’s specialist workshop.

The Big Summer Sing

This event will showcase singing performances from a number of schools across the borough. The Big Summer Sing is a celebration of making music in local schools. The Junior School will be represented by our JS Chamber Choir. Big Top / 1700

26 - 28 June

Catford Weekender

Jubilee Grounds

Join us at the Catford Weekender for live music, open air cinema, street food, arts, workshops, family fun, and unforgettable community celebrations!

29 June

SDEG Year 2 Workshop Day at St Christopher’s the Hall

Year 2 pupils from St Dunstan’s will visit St Christopher’s for a fun packed day of workshops. The children will learn to playing music with junk materials and they will participate in engaging outdoor activities, inspiring teamwork, imagination, and a love of music and performance.

Holroyd Howe Cookery Workshops

29 June - 1 July

The children in Pre-Prep and Prep will learn about how our catering team, Holroyd Howe use sustainable practices and how this informs the menus at St Dunstan’s. The children will learn about reducing their environmental impact and will participate in a making and tasting workshop session.

Junior School Concert

Big Top / 1800

St Dunstan’s pupils will be performing in this wonderful event to celebrate the musical achievements in the Junior School. Those performing will include; Pre-Prep Choir, JS Rock School, Prep Choir, Prep Strings, JS Chamber Choir and JS Wind Band.

World Oceans Day

The Junior School will celebrate World Oceans Day by dressing up in shades of blue and accessories with ocean creatures. Our school is joining the global movement to “Reimagine” our relationship with the ocean and inspire our pupils to become guardians of the ocean.

Alex Yee Athletics Event

Year 5 have been invited to participate in the Alex Yee Athletics event held at St Dunstan’s College. Our pupils will compete against other students from local schools.

Junior School Art Exhibition

We are delighted to welcome all of our Junior School families to view the biggest collection of art we have ever exhibited! Using a range of material, technique and inspiration, Junior School pupils have created an exciting range of artwork inspired by our festival theme for you to see in our classroom galleries.

1 July 2 July

House Fun Day

The children in Pre-Prep and Prep participate in a day of fun activites. The children compete in their Houses (Birch, Willow, Sycamore, Rowan, Elm and Oak) against each other.

Festival Finale Concert

Big Top / 1900

Join us for an evening of exciting and uplifting music from the College Orchestra, Big Band, Barbershop, Voce Viva, culminating in a performance from our group-wide Festival choir featuring our entire Year 5 group. This promises to be the musical highlight of the Festival. 1600

25 June

Parent-Pupil Workshops

25 June / Junior School / 1600

Come along with your child to try out some of the amazing activities on offer here at St Dunstan’s! Teaching staff have provided a range of activities for you to enjoy with your child.

Please note, these are ticketed events via Ticket Source.

All ages

Origami

Join us for a fun origami session! We will craft bright and beautiful things with colourful paper.

Hama Beads

Join our Hama Bead Club! Get creative, make colourful designs and enjoy crafting your own unique bead art.

Come and Sing!

Join us for a group sing along. We will learn a song together and feel the musical endorphins!

Rings and Things

Come and craft unique pieces of jewellery and colourful accessories of your own!

Fire-Making

Come and craft unique pieces of jewellery and colourful accessories of your own!

Pre-Prep

Object Handling

Come and enjoy the mysteries of the Senior School Science department! Join us to handle and sketch real specimens from the lab.

Prep

Think, Tinker, Solve

Maths comes to life through clever puzzles, curious challenges, and plenty of ‘aha!’ moments. Working together, you’ll stretch your thinking, try out different strategies, and discover that solving problems can be just as fun as it is rewarding.

Year 1-6

Golf Fun - Pitch ‘n’ Putt

Test out your chipping and putting with our fun, hands-on golf equipment designed for pupils and parents to enjoy together. No experience needed—just come ready to have fun and give it a swing!

Awesome Architects

Design and build your own 3D structures using some suprising materials! Are you up to the challenge of turning your ambitious ideas into reality?

Mystery Masterchef

Practise some simple language skills while re-creating a dish from that country. Where will we travel to?

Year 2-6

Cardboard Cacti

Decorate a ﬂower pot and create a 3D realistic cactus using card and posca pens. A fun, easy activity to work on together and you get to take your cactus creation home at the end!

Year 3-6

Writing for Fun

Come to this creative writing club where you can write a collaborative story.

Drama Games

Join us to develop your performance skills, collaborate with others, and experience the joy of storytelling through theatre.

Art Appreciation

Appreciate a piece of art and recreate it in your own style.

Pom Pom Flowers

Come and make your own beautiful ﬂowers from wool. Learn the art of making pom poms and create a bouquet of ﬂowers.

STEM Challenge

The Egg Challenge comes to St Dunstan’s! Come and create a parachute for the safe landing of your very own egg. Bring your inquisitve minds and creativity!

Creative Composition

Using body percussion and classroom instruments, we will create our own riff based piece of music.

Kwik Cricket

Pair up with your child and have a go at batting, bowling and ﬁelding! We will be playing with a windball so make sure to hit lots of 6’s.

Print a Tote

Create your own Tote bag and print. A keepsake from the festival.

Year 4-6

Waterpolo

Come along and learn some water polo skills and play in a match. Don’t forget your swimsuits!

Year 5-6

AFL Surprise!

Ever wondered how Australians play football? Come along for a surprise!

23 June

SDEG 2026

Festival Opening Event

“All Roads Lead to London”

Jubilee Grounds / 1800

24 June

Senior School Sports Day

It’s House against House in this annual battle of sporting prowess. Students from across the Senior School will compete in a range of track and ﬁeld events to see which house are the sporting champions.

LAMDA Slam

College Theatre / 1900

A celebration of the work of LAMDA students across the college. An evening of monologues and duologues combined to entertain and provoke thought.

= Families welcome

25 June

England Hockey at Lea Valley

A selection of students that have represented the school in competitive hockey ﬁxtures will be visiting Lee Valley Hockey Centre for the FIH Hockey Pro League London Stage. Fixtures taking place on Thursday 25 June - England Women V Argentina & England Men V India.

Opera - Orpheus in the Underworld

Open Air Stage / 1900

Senior School

26 June

Abelian Maths Challenge

The Abelian Maths Challenge is a fast paced, competitive, problem solving experience, where students will work collaboratively to tackle thought provoking mathematical puzzles, and earn points for their houses, towards the Austin Cup.

TEDx Talk

Cutting edge ideas and thinking from the Diploma Scholars of the Sixth Form.

Art Exhibition Launch

Jubilee Hall / 1800

Showcasing the best art from years 7 - 13 plus the winning entries from our inter-schools art competition. Enjoy the creative talents of our young people.

The Art Exhibition is also open on 27, 29 and 30 June.

26 - 28 June

Catford Weekender

Join us at the Catford Weekender for live music, open air cinema, street food, arts, workshops, family fun, and unforgettable community celebrations! Jubilee Grounds

29 June

Space Station Design STEM Workshop

Two teams of students will compete to design a space mission, and present to a panel of judges. There will be only one winner in this technical and creative STEM challenge!

Art Scholars Workshop

This focused Art Scholars workshop offers students the opportunity to develop ambitious, exhibition-ready work through practical exploration of etching and oil painting. Students will reﬁne technical skills, experiment with process and material, and deepen conceptual thinking as they work towards strong outcomes for the end-of-year show. This workshop is ideal for scholars aiming to push their practice, build conﬁdence with demanding media, and present work to a professional standard.

5k Park Run

For those keen on running we have our very own St Dunstan’s College Park Run. The course has been planned by our Groundstaff who are regulars on the Park Run circuit locally. They have carefully plotted a 5K distance route to stay within the perimeter of our Jubilee Grounds.

Design Engineering Major Project Show

College STEM Block / 1630

The Design Engineering Department showcases students’ major projects, demonstrating their creativity, technical skills, and innovation.

KS3 Sports Awards

Jubilee Grounds / 1900

An evening for celebrating the sporting achievements of our Year 7, 8 & 9 students.

Only One? - A New Musical College Theatre / 1900

= Families welcome

30 June

St Dunstan’s Biodiversity Survey

Students will analyse a school sitemap to identify habitats and biodiversity hotspots, then sample areas using a range of tactics. They will identify species using charts and AI apps, recording ﬁndings to produce a species richness list for St Dunstan’s.

T20 Staff & Student Cricket

Jubilee Grounds / 1600

Promising big hits, ﬁerce rivalry and plenty of laughs as staff and students take to the pitch. Spectators can expect an exciting show down - but will students dare to take on the challenge?

Shakespeare - Julius Caesar

Big Top / 1900

Beware the Ides of March! Shakespeare’s retelling of Caesar’s death and Roman political machinations is brought to life in a tense, highly charged production on the Big Top stage.

= Families welcome

1 July

Chelsea Football Experience

This is an annual event for a selection of Year 7 students that have represented the school in football ﬁxtures over the course of the year. They will train at Chelsea’s Cobham Training Ground in Surrey before visiting the home ground, Stamford Bridge, for a stadium tour and a visit to the Chelsea Museum.

Air Pollution - STEM Workshop

Students will explore the causes and impacts of air pollution, assess personal exposure, collect and analyse data, examine Dyson air puriﬁcation technology, investigate global engineering responses, and design, present, and evaluate their own innovative solution to tackle air pollution challenges.

T10 Student Cricket

Calling all Year 7, 8 and 9 students! Get ready for an exciting T10 Cricket Match packed with big hits, fast bowling, and plenty of fun. Bring your energy, show your skills, and see if you can rise to the challenge!

5 Day Musical - Footloose

Big Top / 1900

Senior School

2 July

Religious Arts Workshop including Holi Colour Run

This workshop explores the vibrant origins of the Holi Colour Run by ﬁrst looking at the cultural and religious roots of Holi, the Hindu festival of colours. Students will learn about the stories and traditions behind the celebration, including its themes of renewal, joy, and the triumph of good over evil. Students will then be invited to take part in their own Colour Run experience; ensure you bring old clothes!

Mathematical Art using Desmos

Intrigued by mathematical art, but find the challenge of drawing infinitely many lines tiresome? Learn how you can level up your mathematical understanding through Desmos, and create stunning moving patterns harnessing the power of infinity.

Festival Finale Concert

Big Top / 1900

SDC Telethon 2026

In 2023, St Dunstan’s College held its ﬁrst Telethon, raising £100,000 over a two-week period. This year, we aim to double that total in order to provide signiﬁcantly more bursary places for deserving pupils from Lewisham.

If every St Dunstan’s family contributed £25 per month, inclusive of Gift Aid, we could fund an additional 10 full bursary places.

During the August Telethon, you may receive a call from a recent Year 13 leaver or a current Dunstonian studying at university. They will take the opportunity to speak with you about your family’s experience at the College, share their own journey since leaving, and discuss their future aspirations. You may also be able to offer guidance on university choices or career pathways.

They will outline the impact of the Bursary Fund and invite you to consider making a modest monthly contribution via Direct Debit. There is, of course, no obligation to give. The Telethon itself is an invaluable experience for the students involved, who are fully trained and remunerated for their work.

Thank you in advance for your support.

The impact of bursaries at St Dunstan’s College

We currently support 78 Senior School students through bursary provisions, ranging from 50% fee remission to full and enhanced awards of up to 110%, which we describe as transformational bursaries.

Many of these students would not otherwise have had the opportunity to attend an independent school. They play a vital role within our community and exemplify our ethos, ensuring that we remain a grounded and inclusive school at the heart of Lewisham.

Natasha joined us in the Sixth Form a few years ago on a full bursary and her story is remarkable. She is currently in her second year at Oxford University studying PPE.

Watch Natasha’s story by scanning the QR code.