Alleyns used to be the main boys' grammar school for E Dulwich until 1976 when the then new Labour government abolished the direct grant (which meant anyone could have a place so long as they passed the 11+; if their income was too low, they paid nothing at all; there was a national sliding scale of fees). The school had no desire to become fee paying, but that was forced upon it. And I believe that the current chairman of governors has the ultimate aim of making the school once again free to those whose incomes are below a certain level. That cannot be achieved overnight - of course - but it is a fine aim which many in the area might benefit from if they wished, one day. The income from the Dulwich estates (sic) is shared between DC, JAGs, Alleyns, St Olaves and a few other schools, according to Edward Alleyn's original (modified) bequest.