Set in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, just outside Oxford, Cothill House has been providing an inspirational all-round boarding education and unrivalled opportunities for boys aged 8-13 for 150 years.
Established in 1870, Cothill is recognised globally as one of the country’s leading boys’ boarding prep schools with an exceptional record of preparing boys for the top public schools.

based on the picturesque 50-acre Dean Close site and caters for girls and boys aged 7-13, Excellent facilities support pupils on their educational journey. In 2013 a brand new £4.5 million building housing a 330-seat theatre, 12 individual practice rooms, classrooms and IT suite was completed.

Dean Close St John’s offers superb co-education schooling for children aged from 3 months to 13 years. The School is rated ‘excellent’ by the Independent Schools Inspectorate for academic achievement and personal development.

The first British boarding preparatory school for girls founded in 1900 and one of the UK’s only all-girls boarding prep schools. Godstowe is a non-selective school which means there are no entrance examinations, but prides itself on strong results. In 2020, 33 pupils win scholarships and awards to an impressive roster of senior schools.

Abberley Hall is a happy and vibrant co-educational boarding and day school for children aged 2-13 years. A wealth of opportunities, set in 90 acres of inspiring grounds, allows pupils to explore the full range of their talents. There is a 100% success rate at Common Entrance, and the pupils have an excellent scholarship record.

The woods within our 35-acre campus allow the children rare freedom to explore and play in a safe environment, including Forest School and Beach School. They enjoy a 100% success rate for entry to first-choice senior schools, with an outstanding record for winning awards