OXFORD SCHOOLS SPECIAL FEATURE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL OPTIONS
Bruern Abbey School Bruern Abbey School is distinct from other schools as they focus their attention on boys with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia. The school has a unique offering to boys, aged 8 to 16, and covers Common Entrance exams, GCSEs and other nationally recognised qualifications. Alongside the timetable there is a full and varied sports programme with co-curricular offerings to enhance the school experience. At the heart of what Bruern Abbey School stands for is the mission to offer bespoke and expert teaching coupled with a broad appreciation of the values of an all-round education. Boys can decide to be a day pupil or boarder. www.bruernabbey.org
Carrdus School Carrdus School is an independent co-educational day prep school for children aged 3-11. Situated just outside Banbury, Oxfordshire, our school offers academic rigour with adventure, and our aim is to give every child a happy and confident start to school life. Carrdus was graded ‘Excellent in all areas’ following the 2019 inspection, conducted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The Carrdus Pathway is the beating heart of the school and instils a range of attributes in every child. Confidence, Imagination, Resilience, Independence, Aspiration and Empathy are embedded in every lesson, resulting in our curious young minds to discover and thrive. www.carrdusschool.co.uk
Chandlings Preparatory School Would you like your children to ride a pony to start the day? Or go pond dipping to see nature close-up, practice in the ballet studio, or do science experiments on the tennis courts? At Chandlings Prep School, you don’t just learn in the classroom. Learning happens everywhere. We educate boys and girls aged 2-11 within 60 acres of beautiful grounds just five miles from Oxford. Indoors or outside our children are always learning. They practise team-building on the low-rope course or cooking in the food tech room. They’re creating in the DT room and acting in the mini-amphitheatre. Children are happy here and 100% (2020) of our leavers got into their first choice of highly acclaimed secondary schools. www.chandlingspst.org
Cherwell School For further information, please visit: www.cherwell.oxon.sch.uk
Christ Church Cathedral School Founded by Henry VIII, Christ Church Cathedral School Oxford, has a thriving co-ed Nursery and Prep School for boys aged 3 - 13. With specialist teachers in all areas of the curriculum, our school prepares pupils for entry and scholarships to local independent schools and major boarding schools. Our grounds on Christ Church College Meadows gives plenty of opportunities for Woodland School, Games, and Outdoor Activities. The School is acclaimed for its musical achievements and supplying choristers to Christ Church College’s internationally-renowned choir. A safe and happy School with a family atmosphere - we take care in getting to know our boys as individuals. www.cccs.org.uk
Cothill House For further information, please visit: www.cothillpst.org
Cranford House For further information, please visit: www.cranfordhouse.net
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