A large prep school for both boarders and day pupils, situated in North Oxford, with playing fields leading down to the river. Separate Junior Department (age 3-7). Five small houses for younger boarders. Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Squash Court, Astroturf etc: excellent facilities. Science Laboratories, separate Art Department, outstanding new Information Technology facilities, etc. New Library and Resource Centre. Wide range of extra curricular activities, currently 45 on offer, including Chess, Judo, Fencing, Shooting, Sculling and Sailing. Regular performances of light operas and plays. Two Orchestras, and excellent opportunities for learning a musical instrument. Frequent expeditions and lectures. Broad curriculum. Very high Academic level for those who can gain from it : 27 Scholarships a year to Senior Independent Schools. Very successful games programme. Emphasis on independence and self confidence.