Both schools are beneficiaries of the charity Central Foundation Schools of London,[1][2] which in turn is a beneficiary of The Dulwich Estate, successor to the historic College of God's Gift charity.

The school moved to various locations including Fanmakers’ Hall, St. Botolph’s churchyard and other buildings around the location of the present Liverpool Street railway station.

In 2011 Ofsted rated the school 'good', with many outstanding features.

Students were praised for their courteous and respectful behaviour and keen attitudes to learning.

Sixth form students were found to have a sense of self-direction and ambition and received good support and guidance with university applications.