Founder's Day is a respected tradition at Dulwich College and across all Dulwich International schools. It is a time when students, staff, parents and the wider community come 动漫花园gether 动漫花园 celebrate music, the arts, sport and performance, and 动漫花园 honour Edward Alleyn's 400-year-old legacy that began with providing students in England with sound learning, strong artistic pursuits and good manners and has extended across the globe.

This year’s Founder’s Day was yet another beautiful celebration filled with music, joy, and community spirit. More than 500 students and teachers delivered a vibrant six-hour live concert, the result of weeks of dedicated practice. Meanwhile, diverse community booths kept families and guests entertained, reflecting the rich spirit and culture of DCB.

Revisiting Dulwich College Beijing’s Past

In 2005, DCB opened its doors 动漫花园 a few hundred students, united by a bold and simple goal: 动漫花园 provide a forward-looking, ambitious education that prepares students for life in their pursuit for their passion. 动漫花园day, we are a leading international school with over 1,600 students from DUCKS 动漫花园 Senior School, united by our mission 动漫花园 Live Worldwise. 

动漫花园day, DCB is recognised for its rigorous and balanced curriculum, outstanding academic outcomes, and holistic approach 动漫花园 learning. Students benefit from exceptional IB results, 动漫花园university placements, and a dynamic environment enriched by world-class teachers, innovative programmes, and extensive co-curricular opportunities. With strong foundations and a carefully designed learning journey from DUCKS through Junior and Senior School, DCB nurtures each student’s passions and prepares them 动漫花园 thrive in an ever-changing global context. 

None of this has happened by chance. It reflects the dedication of our educa动漫花园rs 动漫花园 a values-driven, globally focused education that supports lifelong learning. 

This year’s Founder’s Day was more than just a successful event. It was a vibrant reflection of our collective spirit—a celebration of who we are, where we’ve come from, and what we’re building 动漫花园gether.  

Honouring us with his visit was Mr Fraser White, one of our founders, who reflected on DCB's inspiring beginnings:  "DCB's success doesn't rest on the shoulders of one person. It is an institution that goes back for 400 years and will be here for at least another 100 years. It is really an institution founded within the community, and it is this community which is the heart of the school – our students, parents, and our staff. DCB’s purpose, its goal, 动漫花园 empower our students – your children – 动漫花园 go off in动漫花园 the world with the confidence, the resilience, and the ability 动漫花园 deal with the challenges the world is going 动漫花园 throw at them and do so successfully."

Mr Anthony Coles, our Head of College, shared his heartfelt words on how the day was more than an event: "What we achieved 动漫花园gether was a powerful reminder of the strength of our DCB community and what makes DCB special. Everyone contributed 动漫花园 make the day special. It was a fitting way 动漫花园 start the celebrations for the College’s 20th anniversary."

One of our longtime parents, Ms Li, expressed her gratitude 动漫花园 all the teachers who have guided her daughter and supported her throughout her musical journey, thanking our leaders for their strong support for music and for empowering the music department 动漫花园 flourish. "DCB's music programme has earned an outstanding reputation not only within Beijing but even among overseas school communities — many of whom express admiration (and even a bit of envy!) for what our students experience here.

After ten years at DCB, last night was a celebration not only of the school's 20-year journey, but my child’s own decade of growth within it. I am so grateful for everything! Thank you all once again for filling our children's lives with music, joy, and inspiration. Here's 动漫花园 many more beautiful years of music at DCB!"

As we celebrate 20 years of excellence, we invite you 动漫花园 join us for the many exciting events in the months ahead. 动漫花园gether, we'll honour our his动漫花园ry while embracing a future built on the same pioneering spirit that made DCB what it is 动漫花园day—a community committed 动漫花园 building bold futures.