Academic Success

  • GCSE pass rate 93% (A*-C)
  • A level pass rate 87% (A-C)
  • Value-added means that those who were convinced they were "hopeless" achieve good grades
  • Sixth form students go on to University education in a variety of subject areas
  • Tutorial atmosphere of small classes helps to bring out each individual's strengths

Girls' Boarding

  • Small groups of mixed ages share homely bedrooms and everyone soon has friends throughout the school
  • Boarding: full, weekly and occasional offered
  • Outings and activities at weekends take place in and around Oxford. Activity weekends on a canal boat or in the Isle of Wight are popular options
  • Parents are welcome at any time

Inside and Outside the School

  • Art, photography and textiles are popular exam classes and extra-curricular activities
  • Musical participation is encouraged at all levels
  • Dramatic performances involve girls in all aspects of the production
  • Sport - every girl is given the opportunity to represent the school in a variety of sporting activities at all levels
  • IT facilities available throughout the day, evening and weekends
  • Over 20 different after school activities on offer throughout the year

New developments include:

  • Modern science laboratories
  • Extended music facilities
  • Individual Study bedrooms
  • Sixth form area

Location

  • Near the centre of this internationally famous university city
  • 1 hour by rail from London, Paddington
  • 1 hour from London, Heathrow airport
  • 2 hours from London, Gatwick airport