Headington School
Headington Rye Oxford is an independent day and boarding school in Oxford for girls and boys aged 3-11 and girls aged 11-18.
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Our take
Independent girls senior school in Oxfordshire for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
Application timeline
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Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, 3 Oct 2026 | Prep School Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Sat, 3 Oct 2026 | Prep Open Morning | Open Morning |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
“Fight the good fight of faith”
Headington Rye Oxford aspires for any girl with the ability to win a place to be able to do so, committed to providing an excellent education and supporting bursaries to enable access.
Distinctive features
Scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+
Special Awards programme for outstanding candidates at 16+
Bursary Fund to support access for promising pupils
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
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Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 6 |
| Russell Group | 9 |
| US Ivy | 3 |
| Medicine | 8 |
Recent coverage
In 2025, Headington Rye Oxford achieved an A-Level pass rate of 58% at A*-A and 83% at A*-B. At GCSE level, 77% of students attained grades 9-7. In January 2026, the Independent Schools Inspectorate recognized the school's co-curricular program as a "significant strength," highlighting its positive impact on students' physical, mental, and emotional health. The school has also undertaken several building projects, including the construction of a new two-storey Music School, a three-storey ICT building, and a state-of-the-art two-storey Dance and Fitness Centre.
Notable alumni
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Wellbeing
Headington Prep School prioritises pupil wellbeing through a warm, family atmosphere and supportive pastoral care. Pupils benefit from form teachers, learning assistants, counsellors, a health and wellbeing assistant, and access to the Senior School’s Health Centre. The school fosters resilience, self-respect, and social skills in a caring environment.
Inspection
Isi — 17 Jan 2023
2 inspection reports on file.
- Isi · Educational Quality15 Jan 2023Excellent
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
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What kind of child is Headington School best for?+
Headington School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees section on this page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
8 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
phone on Not recorded or the enquiry form on this page. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Headington School — see the "Schools like Headington School" grid on this page. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are the fees at Headington School?
- Day fees at Headington School range from £5,880 to £30,783 per year. Boarding fees range from £31,500 to £56,646 per year.
- What ages does Headington School take?
- Headington School takes pupils from age 3 to 18.
- Is Headington School a day or boarding school?
- Headington School offers both day and boarding places.
- Is Headington School co-educational or single-sex?
- Headington School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is Headington School?
- Headington School is in Oxfordshire, OX10 8HH.
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