Oratory Preparatory School
URN: 123286 • RG8 7SF
Overview
- Name
- Oratory Preparatory School
- URN
- 123286
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew De Silva (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01189844511
- Website
- Visit Oratory Preparatory School website
- Address
-
Goring Heath, RG8 7SF
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Summary
Oratory Preparatory School is an independent day and boarding school located in Oxfordshire, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 2 to 13. With a capacity of 500 and currently enrolling 292 students, the school emphasizes a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to thrive as individuals. The school’s 65-acre campus provides ample space for learning and recreational activities, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
The curriculum at Oratory Prep is ambitious and broad, designed to engage pupils through purposeful learning experiences. Small class sizes and specialist teaching allow for tailored support, helping students to develop confidence and independence. Co-curricular activities are integral to school life, encouraging pupils to explore new interests and build resilience through shared experiences.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the Oratory Prep ethos, with strong partnerships between the school and families. The boarding option for Year 3 and above enhances this sense of community, allowing students to develop independence in a supportive environment. Overall, the school aims to prepare pupils to leave confident and curious, ready for the next stage of their educational journey.
The curriculum at Oratory Prep is ambitious and broad, designed to engage pupils through purposeful learning experiences. Small class sizes and specialist teaching allow for tailored support, helping students to develop confidence and independence. Co-curricular activities are integral to school life, encouraging pupils to explore new interests and build resilience through shared experiences.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the Oratory Prep ethos, with strong partnerships between the school and families. The boarding option for Year 3 and above enhances this sense of community, allowing students to develop independence in a supportive environment. Overall, the school aims to prepare pupils to leave confident and curious, ready for the next stage of their educational journey.
Useful links
- School Calendar (calendar)
- About Us (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Process (other)
- International Admissions (other)
- Get in touch (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Handbooks & Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Swalcliffe Park School CIO (73.3)
- Mulberry Bush School (72.9)
- The Treehouse School (70.3)
- Fitzwaryn School (65.9)
- Sandwell Learning Centre (65.8)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 500
- Pupils
- 292
- Boys
- 152
- Girls
- 140
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1958-06-09
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 292 | 152 | 140 | 500 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 293 | 161 | 132 | 500 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 353 | 196 | 157 | 500 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 353 | 196 | 157 | 500 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 361 | 210 | 151 | 500 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 401 | 252 | 149 | 500 |
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