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# Oratory Prep

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## News

- [News](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/news/) - Please click here for the latest updates on our school.
- [Junior Park Run at The Oratory Prep School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/12/16/junior-park-run/) - #post_excerptJunior Park Run is coming to The Oratory Prep School in 2026. Find out how to get involved and volunteer to help launch this fun, free weekly event for children.
- [What Others Say : Why Independent Reviews and Reports matter when choosing a school](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/10/29/what-others-say/) - Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family makes. While prospectuses and open days offer a glimpse of school life, independent reviews and inspection reports reveal much about the day-to-day experience for pupils, teaching quality and the values that underpin a school community. At The Oratory Prep School we're proud
- [Everyday Excellence - Tennis](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/10/29/everyday-excellence-tennis/) - Everyday Excellence: Tennis with Mrs Balfour Our recent ISI inspection described the school as “a stimulating and vibrant learning community” and we’re proud to share a glimpse of what that looks like in action. This short film is the second in our Everyday Excellence series, created to showcase the rich, purposeful teaching that takes place in
- [Free Dyscalculia Talk](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/09/15/free-dyscalculia-talk/) - Join The Oratory Prep School for our Parent Wellness Morning on 20th September. Inspiring workshops and a celebration of wellbeing in the OPS family.
- [Wellness Morning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/09/04/wellness-morning/) - Join The Oratory Prep School for our Parent Wellness Morning on 20th September. Inspiring workshops and a celebration of wellbeing in the OPS family.
- [Year 8 Leavers 2025](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/07/25/year-8-leavers-destinations/) - Our Year 8 leavers are heading to a wide range of senior schools, many with scholarships, each prepared, confident and ready for the next chapter.
- [Supporting Each and Every Learner](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/07/22/supporting-each-and-every-learner/) - We are thrilled to announce that The Oratory Prep School has been commended for our outstanding Learning Support Provision in the prestigious Muddy Stilettos Schools Awards 2024!
- ["Aladdin" - Our Senior Production](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/09/24/aladdin-our-senior-production/) - Every year our Senior Production is a feast for the eyes and we have no doubt that this year will be the same.
- [Founder's Day Mass](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/10/09/founders-day-mass/) - This morning we held our Founder’s Day Mass. St John Henry Newman founded our school and every year on 9th October we celebrate the date that marks his conversion to Catholicism in 1845.
- [Reception Discovery Morning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/10/17/reception-discovery-morning/) - The beginning of your child’s education at the right school is a key decision for any parent.
- [Prep School Lions Success](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/10/21/prep-school-lions-success/) - At The Oratory Prep School we are immensely proud of the strong sporting culture that thrives within our community.
- [A Global School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/12/02/a-global-school/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse community that enriches the experiences of every pupil.
- [NatureDoc Talk](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/12/31/nature-doc-talk/) - Raising children can be a rollercoaster ride at the best of times. Add this to a crazy work and parenting juggle, and this can mean that a child’s nutrition can drop right to the bottom of the list.
- [A Glowing Review from Talk Education](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/01/08/a-glowing-review/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we pride ourselves on fostering a warm, nurturing and inspiring environment for our pupils and it’s always affirming to hear others recognize the magic of what we do.
- [OPS U12 Girls Crowned Regional Hockey Champions!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/02/07/ops-girls-crowned-regional-hockey-champions/) - A huge congratulations to our U12 Girls Hockey team, who triumphed at the South Central Regional Hockey Qualifiers on Friday 31st January with an outstanding performance from start to finish!
- [Building the Foundations for Reading, Writing and Learning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/02/16/building-the-foundations-for-reading-writing-and-learning/) - At our Little Oaks Nursery we are proud to use the Supersonic Phonics program, a dynamic and engaging approach to teaching early literacy.
- ["From the Headmaster's Study" - Our new podcast](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/02/17/from-the-headmasters-study/) - We are thrilled to launch our brand new podcast, From the Headmaster’s Study, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life at The Oratory Prep School.
- [Choristers Tour To Tuscany](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/02/25/choristers-tour-to-tuscany/) - The choir tour began with the group checking in at London Gatwick Airport before boarding our flight to Pisa.
- [Growing Independence in our Little Oaks Nursery](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/04/10/growing-independence-in-our-little-oaks-nursery/) - Our Nursery Manager, Mrs Vincent, discusses the ways in which she and her staff help Little Oaks children (Nursery, Kindergarten and Pre-Reception) learn life skills.
- [Lamda Success](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/05/02/lamda-success/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we offer pupils the chance to take part in LAMDA Speech and Drama coaching from Year 2 upwards.
- [Everyday Excellence - Art](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/06/04/everyday-excellence/) - Our recent ISI inspection described the school as “a stimulating and vibrant learning community” and we’re proud to share a glimpse of what that looks like in action.
- [Everyday Excellence - Innovation Lab](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/06/09/everyday-excellence-innovation-lab/) - Everyday Excellence: Computing in the Innovation Lab with Mr Sizer Our recent ISI inspection described the school as “a stimulating and vibrant learning community” and we’re proud to share a glimpse of what that looks like in action. This short film is the second in our Everyday Excellence series, created to showcase the rich, purposeful teaching
- [New Podcast Episode: Early Years](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/06/11/early-years-podcast/) - In our latest episode of the OPS podcast, we’re joined by Joe Clothier, Head of Pre-Prep, and Claire Knights, Year 3 teacher, to explore how the Early Years Foundation Stage sets the tone for a lifetime of learning at The Oratory Prep School.
- [National Recognition for our Learning Support and Boarding Provision](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/06/18/national-recognition-for-our-learning-support-and-boarding-provision/) - We’re delighted to share that The Oratory Prep School has been recognised once again in the Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Awards - awards that celebrate the very best of British education.
- [Scholarships at The Oratory Prep School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2025/06/30/scholarships/) - We are thrilled to announce the introduction of scholarships for pupils joining us in Year 7 from September 2026
- [YEAR 5 TRIP TO TWICKENHAM](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2017/02/24/year-5-trip-to-twickenham/) - The Year 5s had a most enjoyable trip to Twickenham – one we’ll never forget. We began our tour in the Rugby World Museum where we followed the history of the game from seeing the first international rugby jersey in 1871 to the William Webb Ellis World Cup. There were a number of displays, some
- [MINI MUDDER](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2017/05/02/mini-mudder/)
- [FIREFIGHTERS VISIT OUR PRE-PREP](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2019/02/08/firefighters-visit-our-pre-prep/) - On Monday 4 February, the crew of Station 3 Blue Watch from Dee Road Fire Station in Reading came to The Oratory Preparatory School. Along with their fully equipped fire engine, and Watch Manager Steve Trenery, the crew spoke to the Early Years children in the Pre-Prep department about their jobs, and the importance of
- [The Great OPS Bake Off](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2019/03/28/the-great-ops-bake-off/) - The Great OPS Bake Off made its debut on Thursday 28 March, with 17 finalists and their amazingly creative and delicious cakes. Mrs Robb, Mr Sexon and Mrs Butler scored each cake in 10 year groups according to presentation, taste, texture and originality. There were many tense moments but the winners were revealed and received
- [SIGNS OF SPRING](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2019/03/18/signs-of-spring/) - On the morning of Friday 15 March, a group of visiting children joined our Early Years pupils for a morning dedicated to celebrating the joys of spring. The children went on a walk through the grounds, where they spotted signs of spring, including frogspawn, birdsong and daffodils. They eventually made their way to the Forest
- [A TRIP TO THE ROMAN BATHS FOR YEAR 8](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2018/02/07/a-trip-to-the-roman-baths-for-year-8/) - Year 8 made an educational visit to Roman Baths and Museum in Bath this week.
- [Abingdon School Scholarships](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/23/abingdon-school-scholarships/)
- [Forest School for Parents](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/20/forest-school-for-parents/)
- [Inter-House Music Competition](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/19/inter-house-music-competition/)
- [Message from our Chaplain](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/19/message-from-our-chaplain/)
- [Tomorrow's Leaders](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/18/tomorrows-leaders/)
- [Reception Classes Have Been Busy!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/03/30/reception-classes-have-been-busy/)
- [LAMDA Triumphs Again](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/01/29/lamda-triumphs-again/) - We are delighted with our latest LAMDA exam results from our LAMDA session at the end of last term. All our pupils achieved magnificent results in all categories from Entry Level Solo (8 distinctions), Entry Level Duologue (2 distinctions), Grade 1 Solo (2 distinctions and 2 merits) and the Grade 1 Duologue (2 distinctions) acting
- [Candlemas Mass](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/02/07/candlemas-mass/) - Pre Prep children attended Candlemas and counted 28 candles that lit up the alter. Candlemas is a Holy Day commemorating the presentation of Jesus 40 days after he was born at the Temple. Children sang hymns with great energy about light.
- [STAY AND PLAY SESSIONS](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2019/10/03/stay-and-play-sessions/) - Our Stay and Play Sessions are for Pre-Reception age children and their parents where children join in the activities with current school pupils, At our harvest themed session in October the children enjoyed playdough modelling, autumn art and a pirate themed dance session. Our next session is on November 22. Please register here.
- [OPS GIRLS MAKE HISTORY WITH FIRST CRICKET MATCHES](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2019/05/07/ops-girls-make-history-with-first-cricket-matches/) - Last Monday, our girls played their first Cricket matches in their first ever Cricket season at the school. This comes as we have removed Rounders from the curriculum in favour of Cricket, allowing the girls to play the sport for the first time. The first matches were played against Holme Grange School in Wokingham. All
- [Pre-Prep mark Remembrance Day](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2020/11/24/pre-prep-mark-remembrance-day/) - Pre Prep gathered outside to remember. Each class had worked collaboratively to make poppies, they listened to a prayer and heard the Last Post at the end of the silence.
- [Nursery & Kindergarten: Year Round Opening & Extended Hours](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2021/04/25/nursery-and-kindergarten-year-round-opening-and-extended-hours/) - We are delighted to announce *year round opening and extended hours from 7.30am to 6.00pm for our youngest pupils aged 2 to 4 starting in September 2021. 'Little Oaks', our Nursery and Kindergarten, is located within a bright and spacious purpose built space only a playground away from Pre-Prep. They benefit from the facilities that
- [Charity 10km Pilgrimage](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2021/05/03/charity-10km-pilgrimage/) - The Prep pupils walked a sunny charity 10km Pilgrimage (in bubbles) for Father Hudson's Care on Friday 30 April. Stopping at various points on the trail they took the time to stop, reflect and question. At the halfway mark a Pilgrimage Passport stamp led to a much needed snack. Smiles and contemplation all round.
- [May Day Celebration of Our Lady](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2021/05/03/may-day-celebrations/) - The rain held off for our May Day Celebration of Our Lady. It was a lovely event, even if the gathering was a smaller one than usual.
- [Stay and Play!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2021/05/29/stay-and-play/) - We're delighted to announce two Stay and Play sessions for Pre-Reception children and their parents this Summer Term. These will be held on: Friday 18 June 10.00am - 11.30am Friday 2 June 1.30pm - 3.00pm Join us for indoor and outdoor fun and adventure in the classrooms and amazing outdoor spaces at Little Oaks Nursery
- [Team Visser Swim for Headway](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2021/07/27/team-visser-swim-for-headway/) - Raising money for Headway in memory of their dad, Brad, who sadly passed away from a brain injury in the summer of 2019, Ozzie and Chloe Visser have taken on the challenge of individually swimming the 21 miles of the English Channel - in swimming pools and open water - and their mum has agreed
- [The Oratory Prep School rated 'excellent' in ISI inspection 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/05/the-oratory-prep-school-rated-excellent-in-isi-inspection-2021/) - We have been awarded ‘Excellent’ by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for the personal development and academic achievement of our pupils, reinforcing our reputation for outstanding teaching and pastoral care. The Headmaster, Rob Stewart said, “I am thrilled that the Inspectors have given such high praise to every aspect of school life and the hallmarks
- [STEM Challenges are back! - 9th September 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/stem-challenges-are-back/) - September 2021 STEM Challenges are back! Have you collected yours yet? This week we are looking at density and learning about the different ways that it that it affects things around us. Head to the Science Department and collect your challenge . . .will it be a Lava lamp or a Cartesian diver? Let us
- [Year 6 visit the Globe - 29th September 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/a-visit-to-the-globe/) - Year 6 could have written the strap lines for A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Globe - here's a taster of what they said! "You haven't lived until you've seen it!" "It was like stepping into a dream."
- [National Poetry Day - 7th October 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/national-poetry-day/) - Year 8 are getting empowered on National Poetry Day! We had a whole day of writing poetry around the theme of feeling empowered and being inclusive. Many of the pupils won awards for their poems, look out around our school for their work.
- [The first School Council meeting of the year - 12th October 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/the-first-school-council-meeting-of-the-year-12th-october-2021/) - Our first School Council meeting of the year is in full swing. We have elected a Vice President and decided on our priorities for this term - now for action! Developing our skills in critical thinking, collaboration and teamwork are all part of being a School Councillor.
- [Sparkling Starts again! - 31st October 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/sparkling-starts-again-31st-october-2021/) - Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 will all be beginning new themes tomorrow - get ready for your Sparkling Starts, and don't forget there are lots of books to choose from on your new bookmarks!
- [Transient art - 9th November 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/transient-art-9th-november-2021/) - Fantastic piece of transient art in Forest School today - completely independent creation of a tribute for remembrance day. Well done Laurie, very moving.
- [Little Oaks Nursery children remember - 11th November 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/little-oaks-nursery-children-remember-11th-november-2021/) - Our youngest in Little Oaks Nursery - amazing contributions across the whole school this week for remembrance day. #wewillrememberthem
- [Anti-Bullying week starts with odd socks day! - 15th November 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/anti-bullying-week-starts-with-odd-socks-day-15th-november-2021/) - What a colourful start to Anti-Bullying week! Odd socks day is in full swing here-well done everyone
- [Christian Aid Cop26 fleet - 29th November 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/christian-aid-cop26-fleet-29th-november-2021/) - Our Christian Aid Cop26 fleet has grown again-lovely boats made by the children with their prayers and hopes for the future.
- [Creative Fun Club - 10th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/creative-fun-club-10th-december-2021/) - After hours of imaginative play, impressive focus and adorable details, the children produced these very cute fairy houses with tiny little doors, mini windows, pitched roofs and tiny gardens during our Creative Fun Club!
- [Library learning in Year 3 - 13th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/library-learning-in-year-3-13th-december-2021/) - Year 3 children are learning about fiction and non-fiction books, developing their research skills, how books are organised in the library and finding books by specific orders and given subjects.
- [Collaboration Day - 13th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/collaboration-day-13th-december-2021/) - The theme of working together has been extended into Year 6 through the recent Collaboration Day when groups participated in a carousel of activities including Team Building, Art, Forest School, Science and Drama. Designed to give pupils the opportunity to work with peers they may not otherwise, the tasks necessitated being creative, thinking outside of
- [Nativity - 15th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/nativity-15th-december-2021/) - Presenting our Nativity - the children were amazing and we all enjoyed the production. Well done everyone!
- [Cinders! - 16th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/cinders-16th-december-2021/) - Productions for our families to mark the end of term. Today we bring you the fabulous Cinders production by Year 3 and Year 4!
- ['A Christmas Carol' - 18th December 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/a-christmas-carol-18th-december-2021/) - Productions for our families to mark the end of term. Here is the last one, an amazing theatre performance of 'A Christmas Carol' by Years 5 to 8, enjoy!
- [Welcome back! - 5th January 2021](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/07/welcome-back-5th-january-2021/) - Blue skies for the start of the term! Welcome back to all of our pupils and families including lots of new children. A fun and fantastic action-packed first day back - and what a fabulous sunset to end with!
- [Year 1 make bird feeders](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/10/year-1-make-bird-feeders/) - Year 1 have been making bird feeders in Forest School and learning about Swallows. Our friendly woodpecker made an appearance too!
- [Year 6 Legomasters!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/11/year-6-legomasters/) - Year 6 coding the new WeDo 2.0 Lego robots! Many thanks to OPPA for purchasing these for the computing department. We look forward to producing the next contestants for Channel 4's Lego Masters!
- [What better way to read The Lord of the Rings?](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/13/what-better-way-to-read-the-lord-of-the-rings/) - Pupils have been reading the part of the book when Old Man Willow (an evil tree) casts a spell on the hobbits and swallows them within its branches.
- [A 'Sparkling Start'](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/14/a-sparkling-start/) - Our themes in Junior Prep begin with a 'Sparkling Start,' piquing the children's curiosity and desire to learn more. After introducing our story of Little Red Riding Hood the children enjoyed looking for characters from the story in a woodland full of magical fairy doors and toadstools.
- [Open Morning - Saturday 5th February 2022](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/17/open-morning-saturday-5th-february-2022/) - Our next Open Morning is on Saturday 5th February 2022, from 10.00am to 12.00pm. Click image to register
- [Year 2 visit Windsor Castle](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/18/year-2-visit-windsor-castle/) - Year 2 have visited Windsor Castle as their Sparkling Start to this term's theme of Castles and Knights. They were even in time for the changing of the guard!
- [Year 5 Performance Poetry](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/19/year-5-performance-poetry/) - In Drama lessons, Year 5 have been focusing on group performance poetry. Closely linked with their English syllabus, here they are rehearsing poems by heart, sharpening and practising their poetry performance skills including confidence, projection, tone of voice and annunciation.
- [Pre-School Stay and Play - Friday 4th February](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/19/pre-school-stay-and-play-friday-4th-february/) - Join us for our Forest School 'Stay and Play' session on Friday 4th February from 10.00am to 11.30am. Parents with pre-school aged children are invited to register for their free place to explore our Forest School and beyond. Click on the image or here to register.
- [Year 6 Javanese gamelan inspired compositions](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/20/year-6-javanese-gamelan-inspired-compositions/) - Year 6 working on, and sharing their Javenese gamelan inspired compositions based on notes of the 'slendro' pentatonic scale using boomwhackers!
- [Year 6 Pop Art](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/21/year-6-pop-art/) - Year 6 have been looking at Pop Art and one of the sculptors they have been studying is Claes Oldenburg. Taking inspiration from his concepts and looking at everyday objects, they have enjoyed working collaboratively to build their own interpretations.
- [Year 6 learning about muscles & skeletons](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/24/year-6-learning-about-muscles-skeletons/) - Learning outside of the curriculum, budding Y6 scientists work collaboratively on their chicken wing dissections to explore muscles and the skeleton.
- [Little Oaks Nursery and Kindergarten learning about traffic](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/25/little-oaks-nursery-and-kindergarten-learning-about-traffic/) - Little Oaks Nursery and Kindergarten children are enjoying their very own version of traffic light cycling proficiency today! Green means go!
- [Creative Prayer in RE](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/26/creative-prayer-in-re/) - Year 6 pupils engaged in creative prayer in RE by making 'paper plane prayers'. They wrote their prayer on the paper and then made an aeroplane to fly across the classroom 'sending their prayer' as it flew. Each prayer was personal and the pupils took their planes with them to fly and pray again. #CatholicLife
- [Year 8 pH Science challenge](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/27/year-8-ph-science-challenge/) - The pH scale challenge! One bottle of acid, one bottle of alkali and one bottle of distilled water. One pH scale to make. Well done Year 8's for rising to the challenge! And some excellent collaboration with red cabbage indicator too.
- [Open Morning - Saturday 5th February 2022](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/28/open-morning-saturday-5th-february-2022-2/) - Our next Open Morning is on Saturday 5th February 2022, from 10.00am to 12.00pm. Click image to register
- [Celebrating International Day](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/28/celebrating-international-day/) - To celebrate International Day we have come school wearing the colours of a National flag. Each class is focusing on a different country for the day and we have been decorating our doors too. We also had an internationally themed tasting lunch!
- [Pre-School Stay and Play - Friday 4th February](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/01/31/pre-school-stay-and-play-friday-4th-february-2/) - Join us for our Forest School 'Stay and Play' session on Friday 4th February from 10.00am to 11.30am. Parents with pre-school aged children are invited to register for their free place to explore our Forest School and beyond. Click on the image or here to register.
- [Song academy competition - Year 5 to Year 8](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/01/song-academy-competition-year-5-to-year-8/) - Team English are inviting all of our #talented #young #writers from Years 5 to 8 to write and record their own songs at home! Details of the competition can be found here https://youtu.be/1nJu6Yl5tY0 and there is more information on the English Google Classroom. This is an optional home project, good luck!
- [Reading together - Year 4 and Reception](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/03/reading-together-year-4-and-reception/) - Our Year 4 pupils have been reading to our Reception children - something that they both get lots of enjoyment from!
- [Year 5 and 6 Swimming Gala](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/03/year-5-and-6-swimming-gala/) - All smiles and cheers at the Year 5 and 6 swim gala against The Dragon School. These are some of the team in their new swim squad tops, ready to race!! Well done to everyone who competed, your coaches are very proud of you all.
- [International Women and Girls in Science Day](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/08/international-women-and-girls-in-science-day/) - Our women of STEM are hiding around the school as part of International Women and Girls in Science Day! Can our pupils find them all and who will inspire them the most?
- [Half Term is here](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/14/half-term-is-here/) - We would like to wish you all a lovely half term break!
- [More of our Year 8 pupils receive their Bookbuzz books](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/22/more-of-our-year-8-pupils-receive-their-bookbuzz-books/) - More of our Year 8 pupils receiving their Bookbuzz books - fostering a lifelong love of reading with @booktrust
- [Year 3 are in the Stone Age!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/23/year-3-are-in-the-stone-age/) - Year 3 really enjoyed making their own individual Stone Age clay pots to support their theme of 'Going Underground' in Forest School. They are fabulous!
- [More scholarships awarded!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/02/25/more-scholarships-awarded/) - Congratulations to our pupils who have most recently been awarded scholarships in Art, Drama, Fitzherbert-Brockholes All Round and Sport!
- [Year 3 and Year 4 prayer tree](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/02/year-3-and-year-4-prayer-tree/) - This term as part of collective worship, children in Year 3 and 4 created a prayer tree area providing their peers with a quiet place to come and reflect or say a prayer. Each child wrote a prayer or thought on a piece of paper and tied it to a branch. Family members, NHS
- [It's World Book Day!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/03/its-world-book-day/) - World Book Day is in full swing today! Here is another brilliantly decorated classroom door as part of a school-wide book-themed ‘Decorate-a-Door’ competition - Stig of the Dump
- [Year 4 are learning about teeth](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/04/year-4-are-learning-about-teeth/) - Year 4 have been learning all about teeth in their Science lessons and using dental mirrors to take a closer look and identify the different types of teeth in their friends' mouths!
- [Saturday Enrichment Programme speaker - Squadron Leader John Longland](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/07/saturday-enrichment-programme-speaker-squadron-leader-john-longland/) - Squadron Leader John Longland RAF, Helicopter Pilot and Deputy Officer commanding 33 Squadron at RAF Benson, talking about his career in the Airforce and the skills and attributes required to be an Officer in the RAF. He also discussed career paths open to recruits and examples of leadership as well as answering questions with pupils
- [Pangbourne College Piano Festival winner!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/07/pangbourne-college-piano-festival-winner/) - Aleixa shone at the 10th Pangbourne College Piano Festival over the weekend! She won one of only two prizes and came second, rated “outstanding” by highly acclaimed Adjudicator Pamela Chilvers and was awarded a special piece of music and a certificate. Congratulations Aleixa!
- [Year 8 Newman Project Presentation](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/09/year-8-newman-project-presentation/) - Deputy Head Girl Iris and her group of Year 8 pupils presented to the school on Overseas Aid and Development. The group worked hard to define and explain the concept as well as point out advantages and disadvantages of different types of aid. They gave case studies as examples and explained how our pupils will
- [Boarders scale new heights!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/14/boarders-scale-new-heights/) - Several of our boarders tested out their skills on the climbing wall at Adventure Dolphin in Pangbourne at the weekend. They all achieved great heights! Lots of fun had by all combined with learning new skills, setting personal challenges and lots of team work.
- [Bellevue Schools Debating Competition 2022 is in full swing!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/16/bellevue-schools-debating-competition-2022-is-in-full-swing/) - Big day today with lots going on! We are excited to be hosting The Bellevue Group Debating Competition 2022 and welcomed nine other schools to take to the stand this morning!
- [The nail biting final of the debating competition!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/16/the-nail-biting-final-of-the-debating-competition/) - Young Debaters from 10 schools across the country came together for The Bellevue Group Debating Competition today. The nail biting final saw Elmhurst School (left) and Gateway School (right) competing, with Gateway taking the win. Absolutely amazing day - congratulations!
- [Rugby 7's tournament win for our under 13's](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/17/rugby-7s-tournament-win-for-our-under-13s/) - Thank you for hosting such a fantastic Rugby 7's tournament Woodcote House School Superb tournament win for under 13 A's at Oratory Prep - what a way to end their rugby!
- [Year 5 Science Challenge Morning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/21/year-5-science-challenge-morning/) - Huge thanks to the budding scientists from five local primary schools who joined a Science Challenge Morning hosted by our Head of Science and some of our STEM Ambassadors last week. Congratulations to all the teams and the winners, Trinity School in Henley!
- [Year 6 have been designing clocks](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/23/year-6-have-been-designing-clocks/) - Year 6 have been designing and making clock faces in their Design & Technology lessons - aren't they fabulous!
- [Year 5 exploring their senses](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/03/23/year-5-exploring-their-senses/) - Year 5 have been exploring their senses to help with creative writing through smell and listening to sounds for inspiration!
- [Engagement and Creativity in Science](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/04/21/engagement-and-creativity-in-science/) - And so begins our summer term! Going back to basics by building beautiful atoms with Year 7. The girls challenged themselves to go above and beyond the first 10 elements and got all the way to Gallium! Meanwhile in Year 5, we are using technology to research and create comics on the life of Sir
- [Another Clean Sweep For LAMDA](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/04/28/another-clean-sweep-for-lamda/) - The LAMDA exam results have arrived from our session in March and we are delighted to report that all 20 candidates achieved Distinctions in their exams! Pupils were examined in Devising Drama, Speaking in Public, Solo/Duologue Acting and Shakespeare. Each pupil receives a personal exam report written by the LAMDA Examiner which covers vocal and
- [Year 6 Trip to Roche Court](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/12/year-6-trip-to-roche-court/) - Year 6 enjoyed a fascinating trip to Roche Court on Tuesday 3rd May. They took part in a fantastic workshop and explored the grounds, discovering all sorts of sculptures. Pupils also took part in interesting discussions about which piece would be chosen for our garden, it was lovely to hear all their different opinions. Below,
- [The Ferio Saxophone Quartet Perform at OPS](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/12/the-ferio-saxophone-quartet-perform-at-ops/) - The OPS community were delighted to welcome a visiting saxophone quartet into school on Thursday 12th May. Pupils in Years 3 - 8 had the opportunity to watch the very talented Ferio Saxophone Quartet perform a short concert in the theatre, featuring a variety of musical pieces including the theme tune from 'Toy Story'. Following
- [New Head Joining The Oratory Prep School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/25/new-head-joining-the-oratory-prep-school/) - Mr Andrew De Silva will be joining The Oratory Prep School in Goring Heath as Head from September 2022. Currently Head of the Junior School at St Edmund’s School in Canterbury, Andrew brings with him a wealth of experience, honing his skills through Headships in both the state maintained and independent sectors, in addition to
- [Year 4 Dorchester Abbey Trip](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/25/year-4-dorchester-abbey-trip/) - Dorchester Abbey and Dorchester Village Trail Mrs Phillips, Mrs Quinn, Miss Harrison and Miss Pullinger took Year 4 to Dorchester in May. The trip included 4 activities: Abbey & grounds pilgrimage with the Education Officer Museum visit and artefact handling with a local historian 'Hunt The Treasures' and 'Discover Parts of a Church' with a
- [Outdoor Art Week](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/26/outdoor-art-week/) - Outdoor Art Week was a huge success spanning across the whole school from Nursery to Year 8. Every child was excited and enthusiastic to embrace the natural environment whilst being creative and imaginative through art. Working collaboratively in the woodland, the children focused on the Artist Kandinsky and his painting ‘Concentric circles’. Looking at shape,
- [Keynote Speaker and Author Elise Downing Visits OPS](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/05/30/keynote-speaker-and-author-elise-downing-visits-ops/) - Before the end of term, we were delighted to welcome Elise Downing to speak to our pupils during assembly. Elise is an author, keynote speaker and freelance writer who, in 2016, became the first woman and youngest person to run a 5,000 mile lap of the UK, self-supported. Elise is also an ambassador for The North
- [Platinum Jubilee Celebrations at OPS](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/06/06/platinum-jubilee-celebrations-at-ops/) - On Thursday 26th May, pupils at The Oratory Prep School took part in a day of celebration to mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022. Children from Nursery through to Year 8 attended school dressed in an array of red, white and blue, and took part in a variety of Jubilee themed activities alongside a whole
- [Nursery and Kindergarten Trip](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/06/16/nursery-and-kindergarten-trip/) - On Friday 10th June, our Nursery and Kindergarten children enjoyed a fantastic adventure to Cotswold Wildlife Park. Highlights of the trip included: Seeing monkeys, a mongoose, an armadillo and koi fish. The farm area was a big hit, especially meeting the spotty pig and the sheep with funny hair. Viewing the giraffes up close. Penguin
- [Archie's Newman Award Project](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/07/18/archies-newman-award-project/) - Throughout the last academic year, and led by the Head Boy, Head Girl and their deputies, Year 8 pupils have been working collaboratively to explore different themes as part of the Newman Award. One of our Year 8 pupils, Archie, and his team focused on the theme of Environmental Justice; how humans have a responsibility
- [End of Term Celebrations](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/07/19/end-of-term-celebrations/) - On the last day of term, we came together as a school community to celebrate our leavers as well as hold our annual Speech Day and Prize Giving, attended by Years 3 to 8 pupils and their families. In the morning, our Year 8 Leavers' Service took place to give thanks for another successful year
- [Meet Our New Registrar](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/07/27/meet-our-new-registrar/) - We are delighted to welcome our new Registrar, Hannah Thomas, to the OPS community. Read our interview below to find out more about Hannah and what she is most looking forward to about working at The Oratory Prep School. Name and Job Title: Mrs Hannah Thomas, Registrar What does your job entail? I am usually
- [Celebrating Our Alumni Success](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/09/22/celebrating-our-alumni-success/) - Here at The Oratory Prep School, we are delighted to share and celebrate the successes that our recent Alumni have achieved at their senior schools. Super GCSE Success For OPS Alumni Milo Briffett: ten grade 9s and one 8 George Clark: five 9s, four 8s, one 7 and one 6 Jamie Mullin: one 9, five
- [Introducing our STEAM Ambassadors](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/10/06/introducing-our-steam-ambassadors/) - Each year, we choose STEAM Ambassadors who work closely with the Science department to help maintain the high standards of teaching and practical work completed in lessons. The STEAM Ambassador is the student voice, a bridge between pupil and Science teacher. They are involved in planning, presenting, and running STEAM Challenges, assemblies, and competitions throughout
- [The OPS Donates Harvest Collection to ReadiFood](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/11/18/the-ops-donates-harvest-collection-to-readifood/) - Thanks to the generosity of The Oratory Prep School community, this year’s Harvest collection, equating to 294kgs, was donated to ReadiFood, Reading’s Food Bank. Following the school’s annual Harvest Festival in October, a wide range of items kindly donated by parents, pupils and staff were passed on to ReadiFood, an independent Food Bank providing food
- [British Paralympic Swimmer Visits The OPS](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/11/25/british-paralympic-swimmer-visits-the-ops/) - Today, we welcomed British Paralympic swimmer, Stephanie Millward, into school to talk to our Reception – Year 8 pupils. Stephanie gave an inspiring talk about her incredible swimming career, which began at the age of 4, as she pursed her dream of competing in the 2000 Summer Olympics. At the age of 17, Stephanie was
- [The OPS Christmas Card Competition - The Results!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2022/12/19/the-ops-christmas-card-competition-the-results/) - What a fantastic number of entries we had for this year's Christmas Card Competition! Our judges, Kerry and Hannah, had a great time looking at all the fabulous designs and found it very hard to narrow down but the winners and runner-ups are as follows: Nursery - Katie R and George A Reception - Eliot F and Georgia M Year 1 -
- [Alumni Tom’s Rugby Success](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/01/27/alumni-toms-rugby-success/) - Congratulations to one of our recent Alumni, Tom, who has been selected to be part of the London Irish Rugby Developing Player Programme (DPP). The aim of the programme is to engage with players aged 14-16 and support their development. Tom, who attended The OPS from 2016 – 2022 and was Head Boy in his
- [The Importance Of Your Child's First Three Years At School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/01/31/the-importance-of-your-childs-first-three-years-at-school/) - The quality of a child's education undoubtedly has a lasting impact on the rest of their life. But how important are their first three years at school? A child's early years are the foundation for their future development, providing a strong base for lifelong learning abilities, including cognitive and social development. The quality of a
- [Our New Good Schools Guide Review](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/02/03/our-new-good-schools-guide-review/) - "OPS is very clear about both who it is and where it’s going. It prepares children for a rapidly changing future by rooting them in school tradition while giving them the confidence to try new ways of thinking, doing and being. The fabulous rural setting, friendly atmosphere and dedicated teaching body makes a solid choice
- [Hello world!](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/07/10/hello-world/) - Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!
- [RAF Talk To Year 2](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/02/13/raf-talk-to-year-2/) - As part of their 'Up, Up and Away' thematic topic, Year 2 were delighted to invite Squadron leader Ben ‘Mac’ MacGillivray to talk about the highs, lows and all it takes to be a pilot in the RAF. The children were stunned to learn about how many years it takes to become a pilot, how
- [What's Different In A Prep School?](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/02/21/whats-different-in-a-prep-school/) - Many of us will be familiar with the term 'Preparatory school', but what exactly is a prep school and how do children benefit? What is a Prep school? Traditionally, Preparatory or ‘prep’ schools are independent schools that educate children from the age of 8-13. At The Oratory Prep School, we educate children from ages 2-13
- [Rising Star Award for Alexa](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/03/13/rising-star-award-for-alexa/) - One of our Year 4 pupils, Alexa, is celebrating after winning the Rising Star Award at this year’s Henley Youth Festival. Alexa, alongside a group of girls from other local schools, created their dance crew called ‘Colour Crew’. After two practice sessions, where they displayed wonderful choreography and collaboration skills, they performed in the Young
- [Year 8 Donate 137 Easter Eggs To Local Charities](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/04/03/year-8-donate-137-easter-eggs-to-local-charities/) - Congratulations to our Year 8 pupils who have donated 137 Easter eggs to local food banks and charities, in support of the community around us. During the last week of the Lent term, pupils organised the collection of Easter eggs, kindly donated by the whole school community, with pupils dropping off the donations to their
- [Staff Win The Inaugural Oratory Prep School Open and Newman Cup](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/06/06/staff-win-the-inaugural-oratory-prep-school-open-and-newman-cup/) - On Saturday 3rd June, members of our OPS community participated in our inaugural 'The Oratory Prep School Open and Newman Cup'. Twenty staff and parents pitted their wits against each other at The Springs Resort & Golf Club in Wallingford. It was a Ryder/Solheim Cup, four ball format with two OPS staff and two parents
- [The Importance and Benefits of Phonics](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/06/13/the-importance-and-benefits-of-phonics/) - Reading and writing are fundamental skills that are crucial for children's success in school and beyond. What can be done to accelerate a child's development? What is Phonics? Phonics is a method of teaching children how to read and write by focusing on the sounds and letters that form words. Written letters of the alphabet
- [Discover our OPS Community: Alumni George H](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/09/06/discover-our-ops-community-alumni-george-h/) - Thank you to George, Year 8 Leaver 2023 and former Head Boy, for sharing such a wonderful testimonial of his time at The Oratory Prep School. We wish you all the best as you start your senior school journey. "Hello there, I’m George and I wanted to share a bit about myself with you. I
- [Preparing for Senior School](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/09/11/preparing-for-senior-school/) - As we begin a new academic year, pupils in Year 8 will be heading into the final year of their preparatory school journey and will be looking ahead to joining their future senior schools. Here at The Oratory Prep School, each of our children is well primed for senior school and all aspects of life
- [The Importance and Benefits of Character Education](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/11/02/the-importance-and-benefits-of-character-education/) - The measures of a quality education extend far beyond academic attainment and exam results. However, many parents and schools often neglect Character Education as a vital part of a child's educational experience. But what is Character Education and why is its importance greater than ever in our rapidly changing world? What is Character Education? Character
- [Why Choose LAMDA?](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/11/15/why-choose-lamda/) - As we stand of the brink of our first LAMDA examinations of the 2023/24 academic year, I’m reflecting on what the children have learnt and the benefits of our lessons. It’s true that every child gains from the experience of going onstage and performing to an audience, or in this case, an Examiner. Some thrive
- [Our Education Dictionary](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/11/23/our-education-dictionary/) - Education Dictionary for Parents and Guardians As you navigate your child's education, you will likely encounter complex language, specialist terms, and one too many acronyms! As parents and guardians, you want to be fully informed in order to best support your child, but this can be daunting when you are unfamiliar with the language used
- [What to look for at a School Open Day](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/01/26/what-to-look-for-at-a-school-open-day/) - Choosing the right school for your child is a significant decision that requires substantial research. School open events offer an invaluable opportunity to explore the environment, meet educators, and gain insights into the school's culture. In this guide, we provide you with an overview of things to look out for at a school open day
- [Year 4 Visit The Earth Trust](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2024/10/04/year-4-visit-the-earth-trust/) - Year 4's Exciting Exploration at the Earth Trust! What a day our Year 4 students had on Thursday 3rd October, during their trip to the Earth Trust in Little Wittenham! As part of their half-term theme, Power and Principles, they dove deep into a fascinating study of Rivers and the Romans. Their adventure began by
- [First Blog Article](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/2023/01/27/first-blog-article/) - COMING SOON!

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- [WELCOME TO <span>THE ORATORY PREP SCHOOL</span>](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/) - The Oratory Prep School is a co-ed independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 2–13 in South Oxfordshire, offering space to learn and room to grow.
- [Menus](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/menus/) - School lunches and snacks are provided by Palmer and Howells. Our menus cater for all dietary needs and we are a nut free school.School lunches and snacks are provided by Palmer and Howells. Our menus cater for all dietary needs and we are a nut free school. LENT Term Menus Week One Menu (w/c 12th January, 2nd February, 2nd March, 23rd March) Week Two Menu (w/c 19th January, 9th February, 9th March) Week Three Menu (w/c 26th January, 23rd February,
- [A Day In The Life](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/little-oaks-nursery/a-day-in-the-life/) - Welcome to Little Oaks Nursery at The Oratory Prep School.
- [Fees](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/fees/) - View The Oratory Prep School’s fee structure, including tuition, boarding and nursery fees, with clear information for families considering entry at any stage.
- [Vacancies](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/vacancies/) - The Oratory Prep School is an independent day and boarding school providing an enriched education to boys and girls aged 2 to 13.
- [Holiday Camps](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/holiday-camps/) - Our holiday camps are perfect for all children between the ages of 4 – 11, and offer action-packed adventure weeks, utilising our whole school site and facilities, including our indoor swimming pool.
- [Pre-Prep Extra-Curricular](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/pre-prep-extra-curricular/) - At The Oratory Prep School learning doesn’t stop at the end of a lesson.
- [Clubs & Wraparound Care](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/clubs-wraparound-care/) - Explore The Oratory Prep School’s clubs and wraparound care, from flexible breakfast and after-school sessions to engaging termly activities.
- [Prep Extra-Curricular](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/prep-extra-curricular/) - Discover The Oratory Prep School’s rich extra-curricular programme, offering over 50 clubs and activities each term.
- [Meet The Team](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/about-us/meet-the-team/) - At The Oratory Prep School, our staff are the heart and soul of our vibrant school community.
- [Contact Us](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/contact-us/) - Contact The Oratory Prep School in South Oxfordshire. Find our address, telephone number, email details and a simple enquiry form to get in touch.
- [What Others Say](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/what-others-say/) - Read what parents and pupils say about The Oratory Prep School, with testimonials that reflect our community, values and day-to-day school life.
- [Bus Routes](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/bus-routes/) - Explore The Oratory Prep School’s bus routes and transport options, with details of timings and routes serving South Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.
- [Admissions Process](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/admissions-process/) - Learn about The Oratory Prep School’s admissions process, including key steps, entry requirements, assessments and how to apply for your child’s place.
- [Visit Us](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/visit-us/) - Visit The Oratory Prep School in South Oxfordshire. Book an Open Morning or private tour to meet our pupils and staff and experience school life first-hand.
- [Term Dates](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/term-dates/) - View The Oratory Prep School’s official term dates for the 2025–2026 academic year, including term start/end dates, inset days, half terms and holiday closures for pupils and families.
- [School Facility Hire](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/school-facility-hire/) - Discover the exceptional facilities at The Oratory Prep School, set in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside.
- [Little Oaks Fees](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/fees/little-oaks-fees/) - Please find below information about our current Little Oaks (Nursery, Kindergarten & Pre-Reception) fees.
- [Handbooks & Policies](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/handbooks-policies/) - The school complies with the regulatory requirements of the Department for Education in making specific information available to all existing and prospective parents.
- [Prep Curriculum](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/prep-curriculum/) - At The Oratory Prep School, our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, provide challenge and foster a lifelong love of learning.At The Oratory Prep School, our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, provide challenge and foster a lifelong love of learning. Taught by subject specialists, pupils benefit from expert teaching across all areas of the curriculum. From exploring historical events to conducting scientific experiments, lessons are engaging, stimulating and designed to stretch and support pupils
- [Pre-Prep Arts](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/pre-prep-arts/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we believe that the arts are essential to a child's development.
- [Prep Music, Drama & Art](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/prep-music-drama/) - Performing arts are a key part of school life, helping our pupils build confidence, express themselves and work together.
- [Prep](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/) - Welcome to prep here at Oratory Prep.
- [School Uniform](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/school-life/school-uniform/) - Our School Uniform can be purchased from Schoolblazer via www.schoolblazer.comOur School Uniform can be purchased from Schoolblazer via www.schoolblazer.com Our Second Hand Shop is run by parents who volunteer their time and to whom we are extremely grateful. You can email 2ndhanduniform@oratoryprep.co.uk to find out more. They will add messages in the parental Weekly Bulletin to inform you when the shop will be open. Please
- [Pre-Prep Outdoor Learning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/pre-prep-outdoor-learning/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we believe that some of the most profound learning experiences happen beyond the traditional classroom walls.
- [Pre-Prep Curriculum](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/pre-prep-curriculum/) - Life in Pre-Prep is enriched with engaging activities that extend beyond the classroom.
- [Nursery Sport & Swimming](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/little-oaks-nursery/nursery-sport-swimming/) - At The Oratory Prep School we know that young children are always on the move and we’re here to channel that energy in the best way possible!
- [Nursery Outdoor Learning](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/little-oaks-nursery/nursery-outdoor-learning/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we believe that fresh air, exploration and hands-on experiences are essential to a child’s early development.At The Oratory Prep School, we believe that fresh air, exploration and hands-on experiences are essential to a child’s early development. With 65 acres right on our doorstep, outdoor learning is a big part of life here – and trust us, our little ones get their step count in!
- [Admissions](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/) - Please click here for admissions.
- [School Vision, Virtues & Priorities](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/about-us/school-vision-virtues-priorities/) - Our Founder, St. John Henry Newman, bequeathed the school motto, ‘Cor Ad Cor Loquitur’ [Heart Speaks to Heart] with an emphasis on being courteous and respectful, showing kindness, consideration and compassion with a willingness to forgive and be open to change.
- [Prep Sport](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/prep-sport/) - Sport is at the heart of our commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals.
- [Future Schools](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/future-schools/) - An Oratory Prep School education is much more than simply what takes place in the classroom, it is about unlocking a child’s learning journey.
- [Boarding Options](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/boarding/boarding-options/) - At The Oratory Prep School boarding is an integral and enriching part of school life, offering a warm, family-oriented environment for pupils from Year 3
- [Learning Support](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/prep/learning-support/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we are committed to nurturing the unique potential of each pupil which underscores our dedication to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where every pupil can thrive academically and personally.
- [Military Families](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/military-families/) - At The Oratory Prep School, we understand the unique demands that Ministry of Defence (MOD) families face.
- [Boarding Life & Routine](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/boarding/boarding-life-routine/) - Life in the boarding house is full of energy, with a clear rhythm to the day that helps pupils feel settled and supported.
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- [Cookie Policy](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/cookie-policy/) - Cookie Policy
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- [Curriculum Page](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/sample-page/curriculum-page/) - Please click here for our curriculum page.
- [Pre-Prep Sport](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/pre-prep-sport/) - Our youngest pupils get stuck into proper sports coaching in Pre-Prep, learning the skills they’ll need for football, cricket, hockey, athletics and rugby as they grow.
- [Pre-Prep](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/pre-prep/) - Welcome to Pre-Prep at Oratory Prep.
- [Live Updates](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/live-updates/) - Please find live updates here.
- [Little Oaks Nursery](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/little-oaks-nursery/) - Welcome to Little Oaks Nursery!
- [Boarding](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/boarding/) - Please click here for more on boarding at Oratory Prep.
- [Virtual Tour](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/virtual-tour/) - The Oratory Prep School offers an inspiring environment where children learn, play, and grow into confident, well-rounded individuals with a strong sense of purpose.
- [International Admissions](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/admissions/international-admissions/) - Our vibrant community at The Oratory Prep School welcomes pupils from across the globe, and we are delighted to support families exploring an education in the UK.
- [Inspection Reports](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/about-us/inspection-reports/) - We are proud to share the findings of our most recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, which took place in February 2025.
- [History](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/about-us/history/) - The Oratory Prep School traces its origins to John Henry Newman, a former Anglican Oxford intellectual who became a Catholic and was later made a Cardinal.
- [Headmaster’s Welcome](https://www.oratoryprep.co.uk/about-us/headmasters-welcome/) - Nestled within 65 acres of stunning Oxfordshire countryside, The Oratory Prep School is a place where children flourish, their happiness and success always at the heart of everything we do.
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