Independent School Options

Abingdon Preparatory School

Abingdon Prep is a happy, friendly independent day school for boys aged 4 to 13. We foster a culture of exciting opportunity and seek to inspire a life-long love of learning. Our high academic standards, broad curriculum and ‘Other Half’ extra-curricular programme enable our boys to make the most of their time with us. True to the School’s founding values, we provide a nurturing community in which boys gain confidence and develop their potential. Boys flourish at Abingdon Prep and happy boys make very good learners. Prep Main Entry Points: at 4 and 7 (assessed). www.abingdon.org.uk/prep/

Abingdon School

Abingdon is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys aged 11-18 (full and weekly boarding from 13). Abingdon enjoys the very best in academic standards, music, sport and the arts in a caring and supportive environment where students are motivated to succeed. We aim to teach and develop the resources, skills and resilience that students need to feel confident in embracing their future. Students are encouraged to seize opportunities and to appreciate their responsibilities to each other and to society; and we promote a culture of mutual respect and equality, and we celebrate diversity. Senior School Main Entry Points at 11, 13 and 16 (School’s own exam; or transfer process from Abingdon Prep School). www.abingdon.org.uk

Bloxham School

For further information, please visit: www.bloxhamschool.com

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

Dragon School

Dragon School is one of the leading Prep schools in the UK educating boys and girls from 4-13 years old. It is a vibrant, happy and aspirational school; promoting a love of learning, breadth of opportunity, and a strong sense of community and fun. The Prep sits proudly amid stunning playing fields in North Oxford on the banks of the River Cherwell, and the Pre-Prep is in the heart of Summertown. Leavers go on to a wide variety of senior schools with a third typically gaining academic and/or specialist awards. Full, weekly and flexi boarding options are available, and Dragon QUEST is a broad, exciting enrichment programme on Saturday mornings. Main points of entry for day places are Reception and Years 3 and 4 and boarders can join in Years 4-7. www.dragonschool.org

d’Overbroeck’s

For further information, please visit: www.doverbroecks.com

Emmanuel Christian School Oxford

For further information, please visit: www.ecschool.co.uk

Headington School

Situated a mile from Oxford city centre, Headington School, a day and boarding school for girls, occupies a secluded 23-acre site. Headington School is a selective school with outstanding academic results at GCSE and A Level and is among the top performing schools in the UK, benefiting from top-calibre teaching staff and academic and extracurricular choice. With key entry points at 11, 13 and 16, Headington also offers flexible boarding options, superlative facilities and an exciting programme of extra-curricular activities. Headington prepares girls for the future, whatever it may hold, and helps them explore and develop the core values of creativity, confidence, collaboration, compassion, courage and curiosity. www.headington.org

Discover the Dragon

An extraordinary Pre-Prep and Prep School in Oxford where boys and girls discover and develop their talents inside the classroom and beyond.

Open days are the best opportunitiy to get a feel for the spirit of the Dragon. join us on:

• Saturday 19 March - Virtual • Friday 13 May - Pre-Prep • Saturday 14 May - Prep

To book your place please contact the Admissions team on 01865 315 405 or admissions@dragonschool.org

Kingham Hill School

For further information, please visit: www.kinghamhill.org.uk

LVS Oxford

For further information, please visit: www.lvs-oxford.org.uk

Magdalen College School

For further information, please visit: www.mcsoxford.org

Manor Preparatory School

“To challenge, cherish and inspire”. Situated in Abingdon, the Manor Preparatory School is an independent co-educational day school that welcomes children aged 2-11. The Manor’s most recent ISI Inspection saw the school receive the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ in all areas. Inspectors commented that: “Pupils approach every day with an overwhelming passion to learn and develop.” This is in part due to the exceptionally caring and invigorating tone of the school, where laughter is an essential part of the school day. Every child is encouraged to push themselves to new challenges and fulfil their potential, resulting in outstanding results academically, on the sports field, and in the creative and performing arts. www.manorprep.org

Moulsford Boys’ Preparatory School

Moulsford is a thriving independent Prep School of 370 boys aged 4 - 13 years, set in picturesque grounds on the banks of the River Thames in South Oxfordshire. We aim for our boys to receive the broadest possible education, while remembering that they will learn best when happy and settled. Our down-to-earth, family-focussed approach embraces the fact that boys of this age should be having fun at the same time as learning. Boys progress, many with scholarship awards, to leading senior independent day and boarding schools. Extra-curricular opportunities include judo, fencing, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing, kayaking, clay pigeon shooting, and photography. A brand new state-of-the-art Pre-Prep building opens in September 2022. www.moulsford.com

New College School

For further information, please visit: www.newcollegeschool.org

Our Lady’s Abingdon School

What makes Our Lady’s Abingdon different? Research shows that between 7 - 8 years, children develop the attitudes, abilities and relationships that help them succeed in education. For a taste of OLA we invite children in Years 2 - 3 and 5 to try a range of activities, meet our teachers and make new friends at our school. Small class sizes allow children to receive individual attention, and our fun and innovative learning ensures they are fully engaged and achieving excellent academic results. Our outstanding system of pastoral care is at the centre of everything we do. Each child is a unique person, with talents to be nurtured. www.ola.org.uk

Oxford High School GDST

Oxford High School GDST is an energetic and diverse day school for girls aged 4 to 18 years, where each student is empowered to be whoever they want to be. Those who find their way here are curious, outward-looking and sparky; they delight in learning and questioning, they care about the world in which we live in, and are fearless in the pursuit of their passions. Our vision is for a pioneering and student-led education, and each pupil is immensely supported to go beyond academics, in self, and pastorally to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in whatever path they forge for themselves. www.oxfordhigh.gdst.net

Oxford International College

For further information, please visit: www.oxcoll.com

Oxford Montessori School

For further information, please visit: www.oxfordmontessori.co.uk

Oxford Sixth Form College

For further information, please visit: www.oxfordsixthformcollege.com

Radley College

For further information, please visit: www.radley.org.uk

Rupert House

Located in the heart of the beautiful riverside town of Henley-on-Thames, Rupert House is a happy and high-achieving prep school for boys and girls aged 3 to 11. From the moment children arrive they are encouraged to adopt a Growth Mindset, learning the values of creativity, respect, courage and resilience that will enable them to stand tall in the world. Pupils develop their own individual pathway and are inspired to reach their full potential within our supportive, caring and nurturing environment. In 2021, 100% pupils were offered places at all the independent schools they applied for, with many achieving academic, sports, art and music scholarships. www.ruperthouse.org

Rye St Antony School

Rye St Antony School is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 to 18 years and boys aged 3 to 11. Rated ‘Excellent’ by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Rye now boasts 91 years of outstanding education and exceptional pastoral care. We offer an ambitious and exciting school experience, all from the heart of Oxford, and are committed to giving every child every opportunity available to become who they want to be. Our inspiring staff work with each individual pupil to ignite their curiosity for learning and to build their confidence to take on new challenges. www.ryestantony.co.uk

Shiplake College

Shiplake College is a thriving independent boarding and day school situated on the banks of the river near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. From September 2023 girls will be welcomed into Year 7 to be part of an already established co-educational environment in the Sixth Form. Flexi, weekly and full boarding available as well as an extensive daily bus service. Every pupil is placed at the heart of Shiplake life and the College’s ethos is underpinned by the three Is – Inclusive, Individual and Inspirational. www.shiplake.org.uk

Sibford School

Sibford School offers an inclusive ethos where the individual really matters. Small class sizes and knowing each pupil well means individuals are supported and encouraged to achieve their aspirations. Two boarding houses offer full, weekly and flexi-boarding packages and, with no Saturday lessons, pupils can enjoy boarding activities and weekend pursuits. Sibford’s Sixth Form (refurbishment Summer 2022) offers A Level and vocational subjects, a supportive careers department, excellent sporting facilities and a wide ranging extra-curricular program. Underlying all of this is a community guided by Quaker principles: equality, peace, integrity and stewardship. www.sibfordschool.co.uk

St Clare’s

St Clare’s, Oxford is an independent, co-educational day and boarding college located in Oxford. We have been offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma for over 40 years, longer than any other school or college in England. We are also an IB World School. Students from over 45 countries study at St Clare’s. The atmosphere is informal and friendly, with an equal emphasis on hard work and developing personal responsibility. Our average point score is 39 (world average 33) and we are ranked highly for results. Our students regularly gain the maximum 45 points placing them in the top 1% of students globally. www.stclares.ac.uk

St Edward’s School Oxford

For further information, please visit: www.stedwardsoxford.org

St Helen and St Katharine

St Helen and St Katharine is a leading independent day school for girls aged 9–18 with enquiring minds, based in Abingdon, six miles south of Oxford. We support every student to get where she wants to go. No matter if you have known you want to be an astronaut since you were six or see your future as an empty path ready to be filled with ideas, there is space at St Helen’s for every kind of ambition and every kind of girl. Opening in 2022, our brand new Sixth Form Centre will provide students with the space and opportunity to grow their academic and extracurricular interests in readiness for their future. www.shsk.org.uk

St Hugh’s Preparatory School

For further information, please visit: www.st-hughs.co.uk

St John’s Priory School

St John’s Priory School is an ‘EXCELLENT’ rated small and successful co-educational day prep school and Nursery for boys and girls from 3 – 11 years. Set in the heart of Banbury town, SJP offers a tradition of academic excellence through a vibrant all-round education. Our Family First approach ensures a nurturing environment and offers flexible before and after school provision. Small class sizes enable the children to develop into adventurous, confident and engaging learners and our teachers to tailor the curriculum to the individual needs of each child. We strive to provide opportunities for all children to flourish and to develop their individual talents. Whether through music, art, sport or academia, there really is something for everyone! www.stjohnspriory.co.uk

St. Mary’s Preparatory School

For further information, please visit: www.stmarys-henley.co.uk

Summer Fields School

Summer Fields School is a boarding and day school for boys aged 4-13 and is set in more than 70 acres of stunning grounds. With highly dedicated staff and a variety of co-curricular activities, pupils are encouraged to not only thrive academically, but also widen and develop their passions, skills and interests. As a result, Summer Fields has an outstanding record of winning awards and scholarships to top public schools like Eton, Harrow, Radley, Stowe and Winchester, among others. www.summerfields.com

The Oratory Preparatory School

For further information, please visit: www.oratoryprep.co.uk

The Oratory School

For further information, please visit: www.oratory.co.uk

The Unicorn School

The Unicorn School is a specialist, independent day school for children, aged 7-16 years, who have Specific Learning Differences; dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia, and those who need support with Speech, Language & Communication. We are a small, nurturing school and we offer education up to GCSE. We help pupils to build self-confidence, and our unique approach bridges the gap between our pupils’ current performance and their potential achievement. Our goal is for every child to flourish, leaving with the confidence to learn, the appetite for study, and the desire to continue to succeed in their education and beyond. www.unicornoxford.co.uk

Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18. Tudor Hall is nestled within the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside. Individuality is encouraged and valued, resulting in strong, ambitious, and determined young adults. A plethora of diverse co-curricular opportunities complement the academic provision allowing each girl to find something that can become their passion. Whether a day pupil or boarder, each Tudor Hall student is immersed into a world of possibilities and opportunities, enabling them to grow personally and academically. Tudor Hall students live by the school motto ‘Habeo ut Dem’ (I have, that I may give’), and are ready to embark on the challenges of modern society. www.tudorhallschool.com

Windrush Valley School

“Excellence starts here… Windrush Valley School located in Oxfordshire prides itself on providing an inspiring and stimulating curriculum for children aged 3 – 11. Ranked in the top 25 Independent Prep Schools in England by the Sunday Times, and the only one in Oxfordshire, its high standard of education combined with nurturing and supportive teaching allows the children to build their self-esteem and independence that they can rely on for the rest of their lives. This affordable school offers small class sizes which enables a positive learning environment where children are challenged to achieve their full potential socially, academically and emotionally to become resourceful innovators and leaders of the future.” www.windrushvalleyschool.co.uk

Wychwood School Oxford

Wychwood School is a day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18. The girls achieve academic excellence through creativity of thought and leave school with the wisdom and courage to find their place and space in the world. Wychwood focuses on innovation, collaboration, creativity and life skills to deliver added value to all its pupils. The girls have every opportunity for success across academics, music, the arts, drama, sports and beyond. The highly dedicated staff empower all girls to discover their passion and skills while providing first class education. Entry at years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12. www.wychwoodschool.org