d'Overbroeck's Oxford vs Headington Rye Oxford

	D d'Overbroeck's Oxford Oxford, United Kingdom	H Headington Rye Oxford Oxford, United Kingdom
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year £26,985 - 43,230	Fees / year £15,351 - 30,783
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Girls School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 1,075
Typical class size	Typical class size 11	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1977	Opened 1915
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is in Oxford, United Kingdom. It operates across four teaching sites in north Oxford: Senior School, The International School, The Arts Centre, and the purpose-built Sixth Form. The addresses are 333 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7PL; Leckford Road, Oxford OX2 6HX; 111-113 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6JX; Milford House, 1a Mayfield Road, Oxford OX2 7EL.	Location The school has two campuses in Headington, Oxford. The Prep School is on Pullens Lane (OX3 0BY) and the Senior School is on Headington Road (OX3 7TD).
Stages	Stages The school serves learners aged 11 to 18. Senior School is for 11 to 16-year-olds; The International School is for 14 to 16-year-olds; the Sixth Form is for 16 to 18-year-olds.	Stages Prep School for ages 3–11 (co-educational) and Senior School for ages 11–18 (female).
School type	School type The school is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school.	School type Independent day and boarding school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 40 nationalities represented (The International School hosts students from more than 40 countries).	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support SEND provision is available; 129 pupils require SEND support; 150 pupils speak English as an additional language.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom	Country affiliation England
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Founded by evangelical Christians
School day structure	School day structure The school day runs on weekdays from 7:30am to 4:30pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and initial charges - Registration fee: GBP 190 (payable on application). - Acceptance / administration fee: GBP 1,025 (payable on acceptance of a place). - Deposit: amounts vary by programme and are credited against the final term's account and refunded after completion of the final term where applicable. Specific deposit amounts are: Senior School GBP 430; Sixth Form (UK) GBP 430; Sixth Form (international/EU) GBP 3,470; International School GBP 3,470; Extended A-Level Programme GBP 3,470. Tuition fees (charged termly) — summary by programme / year group - Senior School (Years 7–11 / UK students aged 11–16): Termly tuition fee GBP 8,995. Termly tuition fees include lunch for Senior School pupils. Registration, acceptance fee and deposit as listed above apply. Instrumental music/voice lessons are charged separately. - International School (overseas students aged 14–16): Termly tuition fees are: - Year 10: GBP 13,520 per term. - Year 11: GBP 14,400 per term. Termly tuition fees include lunch for International School pupils. Initial charges (registration, acceptance, deposit) apply as listed above. - Sixth Form (Ages 16–18, UK and international): Termly tuition fee GBP 11,795. Sixth Form initial charges apply (registration and acceptance fee as above; deposit varies by UK/international status). Lunch is charged separately for Sixth Form (see ‘Other charges'). - Extended A-Level Programme (EALP): Termly tuition fee GBP 14,410. Initial charges and deposit as listed for EALP apply. Termly tuition fees include lunch for EALP students unless otherwise stated. Boarding fees (per term) - Senior School boarding (Years 9–11): GBP 8,660 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner. - International School boarding: GBP 8,660 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner. - Sixth Form boarding options (per term): - Boarding houses: GBP 9,605 per term. - Studio flats: GBP 11,095 per term. - Weekly boarding: GBP 6,430 per term. - Host family accommodation: approximately GBP 7,305 per term (depending on host facilities). - EALP boarding: GBP 8,660–GBP 9,605 per term (varies by age and house allocation). Host family option approximately GBP 7,305 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner. Other costs and supplemental charges - Instrumental music / voice tuition: GBP 51 per 35-minute session (charged per lesson). - Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) administration for visa sponsorship: GBP 500 plus VAT (where applicable). - Sixth Form lunch charge: GBP 470 (listed as an additional charge for Sixth Form). For Senior and International School students, termly tuition fees are stated as including lunch (see tuition entries). - English as an Additional Language (EAL) for Year 12: GBP 5,425 (payable at the start of the academic year). - Exam entry fees: typically around GBP 400 per student (variable depending on number of public exams taken). - Textbooks: costs are added to the pupil's bill (books collected on Induction Day). Typical total textbook cost is around GBP 120, with individual books typically priced between GBP 5.99 and GBP 30. Textbook charges are usually included on the spring term invoice. - Native / near-native language A‑level programme (first year of Sixth Form): where three or more students enrol, course fee GBP 1,000 (includes minimum 45 hours group contact time); alternative arrangements and fees apply if fewer than three students study a language. - Trips and visits: charged according to each trip; examples range from around GBP 30 for local events to optional overseas expeditions up to about GBP 3,500. Parental consent is sought for chargeable trips. - Optional student insurance: offered (domestic and international cover) through the school's chosen provider; details and charges are provided with the first term's bill. - Uniform and sports kit: uniform and kit for the school are available from Blue Blood Sports (parents purchase separately). Sixth Form students do not wear the regular uniform but wear branded sports kit for training and competitions. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is divided into three equal parts and charged termly; each term's fees are invoiced and fall due for payment on the first day of the relevant term. Supplemental charges are invoiced separately and are payable by the date stated on each supplementary invoice. Payment by cheque or direct bank transfer is required on or before the first day of term. Non-payment may lead to refusal of attendance, withholding of references, and other contractual remedies. Interest on overdue sums may be charged at 2.5% per year above the School's bank base rate, calculated daily from the due date. A term's notice (or payment of a term's fees in lieu of notice) is required to withdraw a pupil; failure to provide the required notice leads to fees becoming payable as a debt. Refunds and cancellation / notice provisions - The deposit is held as part of the School's funds until it is credited without interest to the final payment of fees or other sums due on the pupil's leaving; the deposit is refunded after completion of the final term where applicable. The administration/acceptance fee is non-refundable in general. If an accepted place is withdrawn before the pupil starts, a term's notice is required or a term's fees in lieu of notice will be payable; the deposit and administration/acceptance fee are not refundable in most circumstances, except where specific conditions in the School's terms allow a refund (for example if the School fills the vacancy created by withdrawal). The School's terms set out circumstances (such as exclusion or required removal) affecting forfeiture of deposit and other sums. VAT and inclusions - VAT and applicable taxes are included in the stated fees where required by law. Termly tuition fees (for the categories that state this) include lunch; other items listed as ‘other charges' are payable in addition to tuition. Summary of payment methods - Accepted payment methods: direct bank transfer and cheque. The School issues invoices termly and for supplemental charges; payments are due by the date specified (standard due date: first day of term for termly tuition invoices). Interest and recovery costs apply for overdue payments. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Registration/application fees apply at the point of application. For UK applicants the published registration fees (2024–25 schedule) are: Prep School (UK applicant) £95 + VAT; Senior School (UK applicant) £150 + VAT. - For overseas applicants the school's overseas-admissions guidance lists an application fee charged directly to overseas families of £180 for Prep-age candidates (Nursery to Year 6) and £300 for Senior School and Sixth Form overseas candidates. Tuition (termly and annual) — Day pupils - Reception: £5,117 per term — Annual total (three terms) £15,351. - Year 1–Year 2: £6,067 per term — Annual total £18,201. - Year 3–Year 4: £6,886 per term — Annual total £20,658. - Year 5–Year 6: £7,786 per term — Annual total £23,358. - Year 7–Year 11 (Senior School day): £9,346 per term — Annual total £28,038. - Sixth Form (current pupils): £9,346 per term — Annual total £28,038. Sixth Form direct entrants: £10,261 per term — Annual total £30,783. Tuition (termly and annual) — Boarding (Senior School & Sixth Form where applicable) - Half-weekly boarding (termly): Year 7–11 and Sixth Form current pupils £12,600 — Annual total £37,800. Sixth Form direct entrants £13,922 per term — Annual total £41,766. - Weekly boarding (termly): Year 7–11 and Sixth Form current pupils £15,773 — Annual total £47,319. Sixth Form direct entrants £17,488 per term — Annual total £52,464. - Full boarding (termly): Year 7–11 and Sixth Form current pupils £18,882 — Annual total £56,646. Sixth Form direct entrants £20,688 per term — Annual total £62,064. - Occasional boarding (subject to availability): charged at £120 per night (maximum of 8 nights per academic term). Nursery fees and pattern-based charges - Nursery fees are charged per term and vary by the pattern of attendance (mornings-only, full days or mixed combinations). Example per-term figures (selected examples from published schedule): 2 full days £2,199; 3 full days £3,199; 4 full days £4,027; 5 full days £4,546. Morning-only and mixed-session charges are published on the nursery fee schedule and Tax-Free Childcare can be accepted for Nursery fees. Deposits and Advance Fee - Prep School acceptance deposit (day): £500. - Senior School acceptance deposit (day): £1,000. Senior School boarding deposits (UK boarders): half-weekly £1,500; weekly £2,000; full £2,500. Overseas boarders' deposit: £3,250. An Advance Fee for overseas placements is recorded at £12,500. Deposits are generally credited against the final invoice but are non-refundable except in limited, published circumstances. Billing schedule and payment terms - Annual tuition is divided into three equal parts and invoiced termly. Each term's fees fall due for payment on the first day of that term. Fees must be paid in full by direct debit or direct bank transfer on or before the first day of the term to which the invoice relates. Interest may be charged on late payments at a published rate (the school's contractual rate above its bank base rate). The school may refuse attendance, withhold references or take other contractual steps if fees are not paid. Fee payment options and related arrangements - Accepted methods include direct debit and direct bank transfer. Tax-Free Childcare payments can be used for Nursery fees, Aftercare and clubs outside the school day, and for Reception children who have not yet reached compulsory school age; childcare vouchers are accepted for Aftercare and clubs up to Year 10. The school operates a Fees in Advance (FIA) scheme under separate terms. The school may, at its discretion, agree alternative arrangements in writing. Supplemental charges and other regular additional costs - Optional extras and commonly charged supplemental items (examples, per term unless otherwise stated): - Senior School breakfast club: £236 per term. School supper: £6.20 per session. Individual music lessons (10×40 minutes): £540 per term. Instrument hire: wind £80, string £62 per term. Speech & Drama (10×30 minutes): £393 (individual) / £472 (pairs) per term. EAL group lessons: from £56 per hour (senior) / £52 per hour (prep). Aftercare: £7.50 per hour; full aftercare session (to 6.00 pm) £15; late-collection and emergency extension charges also apply. All optional extras are charged as supplemental charges and invoiced termly unless otherwise stated. Uniform and supplier - A school uniform is required for all pupils below Sixth Form. The school's specified uniform supplier is Stevensons (Oxford). A second‑hand uniform shop operates from the Prep School site. Specific items (blazer, pullover, tartan skirt or navy trousers, sports tops and socks) and transition arrangements to the unified Headington Rye Oxford uniform are set out in the published uniform policy. (Uniform item prices are set by the supplier and second‑hand shop; the school publishes the required list and supplier details.) Refunds, deposits and withdrawal terms - The acceptance deposit is ordinarily non‑refundable if a place is declined or a pupil fails to take up a place, except in limited circumstances where the school fills the vacancy and refunds the deposit less administrative costs. If you wish to withdraw a place before your child starts you must give a term's written notice or pay a term's fees in lieu of notice. After a child has started at the school, a term's notice in writing is required to withdraw a child (longer notice is required at certain key points such as end of Year 11), otherwise fees in lieu of notice become payable. Fees and supplemental charges will not be reduced or refunded for absence due to illness or any other reason; suspension, exclusion or removal from school does not entitle parents to a refund. For exceptional events outside either party's control there are specific contractual provisions that may allow pro‑rata adjustments or cancellation after prolonged disruption; these are subject to the terms set out in the school's contract. Other points of cost and concessions - Bursaries through the Headington Access Programme are available but are limited in scope (bursaries are typically for local day Sixth Form pupils and not generally available for boarding or Prep School). Pupils with a parent working in full‑time UK military or the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (posted overseas) may qualify for a 20% discount on fees. The school may waive application fees or deposits in exceptional cases of financial hardship as part of the financial assistance process. If you require the exact numeric totals listed above entered into a specific format for your database, use the per‑term figures provided (they are the published termly charges) and multiply by three to obtain the standard annual totals; the per‑term figures above are the published charge points for each category and are current for the September 2026 term schedule.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Boarding is available for 14 to 16-year-olds at The International School and 16 to 18-year-olds in the Sixth Form. There are six boarding houses with single or twin bedrooms, many with en-suite bathrooms, overseen by resident Houseparents or Heads of House with 24/7 on-site staff; supervised study periods run Monday to Thursday evenings. The majority of boarding houses are within walking distance of the campuses, with transport provided for houses closer to Oxford city centre.	Boarding arrangements Headington Rye Oxford has five boarding houses: Davenport (Years 7–9), Hillstow (Years 9–11), Napier (Years 9–11), and Celia Marsh and MacGregor (Sixth Form). Davenport offers a mix of full, weekly and half-weekly boarding; Hillstow and Napier provide double or four-bed dorms for Years 9–11; Celia Marsh and MacGregor house Sixth Form students with single and double bedrooms and both day and boarding kitchen facilities.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Senior School has a uniform: a polo shirt and a jumper, cardigan or d'Overbroeck's hoody, worn over the polo; the jumper/cardigan/hoody must be worn over the polo and no other hoodies may be worn inside. Sixth Form has no uniform or dress code; students may wear clothes that are clean, decent and appropriate for activities.	Uniform requirement Headington Rye Oxford uses a unified Headington Rye Oxford uniform. New pupils entering in September 2024 should purchase Headington Rye branded uniform, and from September 2026 all pupils are expected to wear Headington Rye Oxford uniform; a transition period allows some pupils to wear Rye St Antony uniform until mid-2026. The winter and summer uniform includes a light-blue blouse, a tartan skirt or navy trousers, a navy blazer, a navy pullover, and black shoes; Stevensons on Banbury Road supplies the uniform and there is a second-hand shop on the Prep site; Sixth Form dress is smart casual, with no compulsory uniform.
Food options	Food options Food is provided seven days a week; meals are served at The International School during the week and at weekends at the main Sixth Form building (333). The food is provided by Chartwells Independent and caters for dietary requirements; snacks are available in-house and there are some self-catering options on request.	Food options Boarding houses include kitchens for student use: Davenport has a kitchen for spare-time cooking, Hillstow and Napier feature fully equipped kitchens (Napier has two kitchens upstairs for hot drinks), and Celia Marsh and MacGregor have day and boarding kitchens as part of the Sixth Form facilities.
House system	House system There are six boarding houses: St Aldates, Hayfield, Islip, Nash, St Philip's and Westway. The houses are co-educational with gender-segregated living areas; each is overseen by a residential Head of House and supported by staff, providing 24/7 care and structured routines; boarders have access to common rooms, dining spaces and study areas within their house.	House system Pupils are grouped into the Davenport, Hillstow and Napier houses for younger and middle years, with Celia Marsh and MacGregor as Sixth Form houses. Each house provides pastoral care and house staff, and Sixth Form houses offer a college-like atmosphere with dedicated study and social spaces.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is governed by a Board of Governors and is part of Nord Anglia Education. The Chair of Governors represents Nord Anglia Education; the school's address is in Oxford, UK.	Governance and ownership Headington School Oxford is a charitable trust overseen by a council of governors; the proprietor is Headington School Oxford Ltd. The merger with Rye St Antony School created Headington Rye Oxford, with plans for a single 3–18 site; on 10 April 2026 the company name changed from Headington Rye Oxford Limited to Headington School Oxford Limited, and the site is now known as Headington School.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Years 7-11 follow the English National Curriculum, culminating in GCSE exams at 16. Years 7-9 offer a broad and balanced curriculum including maths, English, sciences, geography, history, computing, art and design, music, drama, sport, and religion, ethics and philosophy. In Year 9 students select two languages from French, Spanish, and Latin, or study classical civilisation, while biology, chemistry and physics continue as separate subjects. In Years 10 and 11 pupils study nine GCSE subjects in flexible option groups to shape their pathway to Sixth Form and beyond. In Sixth Form, students typically study three to four A-levels, with the Plus programme providing additional sessions and Admissions Prep supporting applications to competitive degree courses (including Medicine, Law, and selective universities such as Oxford/Cambridge), and a pathway to prepare international students.	Curriculum details Headington Rye Oxford provides a broad, balanced curriculum across linguistic, mathematical, scientific, technological, human and social, physical and aesthetic and creative education. It promotes intellectual and personal growth, enabling pupils to make the most of opportunities and to develop their talents. The curriculum offers breadth, balance and progression and provides access to a broad range of GCSE and A Level subjects with the option to specialise. Languages include English Language, English Literature, French, Spanish, German, Latin and Greek, with Italian added from 2025. The curriculum also covers Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Trilogy Science; Computing, Three‑Dimensional Design, Food Technology, Fashion and Fabric Design, Graphic Communication; Geography, History, Religious Studies and Classical Civilisation; plus a range of arts subjects such as Art, Drama and Music, and enrichment options including HPQ and Headington Rye Awards.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 1:8 staff to pupil ratio.
Exam results	Exam results GCSE results for 2025 show 50% of all grades at 9-7, with 30% at 9-8, and around a quarter of students achieving at least five GCSEs at 8-9. GCSEs and IGCSEs in 2024 show 98% overall pass rate and 47% of grades 9-7, with about a third of entries achieving 9-8; over 80% achieved 9-6 in Maths and 100% of international students achieved 9-8 in Fine Art. A-Level results in 2024 included an overall pass rate of 99.7% and more than half of grades at A* or A.	Exam results GCSE results for 2026 show 61% of grades at 8 or 9, 78% at 7 or above, and about 20% of the year group achieved 8/9 grades or A* in all subjects. A Level results for 2026 show 65% of grades at A* to A and 89% at A* to B, with A* to A achieved in eight subjects. Subject-specific A Level achievements include 100% A* to A in Fine Art and Lens-based Media, and 100% A* to A in Politics, Spanish and Economics.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Many students progress to UK universities, including University College London, Oxford, and the London School of Economics; destinations include other Russell Group universities and leading global institutions.	Higher education progression Leavers destinations include universities around the world. In the UK, leavers go on to institutions such as Bristol, UCL and King's College London. In the US, graduates have joined Brown, the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton, Yale, Harvard and NYU, among others.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The Sixth Form offers a Super-curricular programme with Plus sessions in over 20 subjects to extend study beyond A-levels, and Admissions Prep to support applications to competitive degree courses; there is also an Oxbridge-focused programme to help students apply to Oxford or Cambridge.	Gifted and talented Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) and Headington Rye Awards in Creative Writing, Global Citizenship and Philosophy are offered. The school provides a wealth of supra-curricular enrichment opportunities, including cross-curricular links, educational visits, exchanges, lectures and workshops.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a comprehensive Personal, Social, Health and Economic (PSHE) programme to support students' social, emotional and physical wellbeing and resilience.	Social & emotional learning Headington Rye Oxford School provides a supportive, stable, safe, secure, happy and purposeful atmosphere in which pupils can thrive academically, socially, personally and spiritually. There is a culture of positivity, praise, support and encouragement that rewards good behaviour. The School Code of Conduct requires kindness, respect and courtesy, and supports high expectations for learning and conduct. The school aims to develop pupils who are curious and creative, confident yet collaborative, courageous and compassionate—the 6 Cs—underpinning the Pupil Charter. Staff model positive behaviour and form-time, assemblies and co-curricular activity reinforce wellbeing and personal development, with pupils knowing where to turn for support.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) policy and a SENDCo who coordinates provision for students with SEND; staff are trained to identify, assess, and provide for needs, with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) where applicable; the policy outlines categories of need and appropriate accommodations, including examination access arrangements.	Special educational needs (SEN) 129 pupils require support for special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). 150 pupils speak English as an additional language (EAL). There are policies and provisions in place to support both SEND and EAL, with appropriate arrangements for access to learning. Most EAL pupils do not have SEND, but where SEND is identified, EAL pupils have equal access to the school's SEND and learning support provision, and EAL pupils identified as Gifted and Talented have access to appropriate provision. The Senior School also maintains a SEND policy aligned with school-wide safeguarding and inclusion practices.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school has one of the largest English as an Additional Language (EAL) teams in the country; EAL support is integrated into the International School curriculum, with dedicated EAL provision for international students.	English as an additional language A third of our children speak more than one language, and around 30 languages are spoken at the school, with EAL pupils integral to the inclusive community. A pupil is recorded as EAL if their home language is known to be other than English. The aim is to meet the full range of EAL needs and promote equality of integration, access and opportunity for all learners learning English as an additional language. To maximise access, some pupils at early stages of English may receive 1:1 or small group lessons with the EAL teacher, usually 2 x 30 minute lessons per week, while more advanced learners are supported in-class by teachers and learning assistants. Resources include vocabulary development strategies, translations where appropriate, and a range of bilingual or multilingual materials; assessment on entry determines whether a pupil is EAL Fluent or EAL Support.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school prioritises mental wellbeing and supports students through its pastoral system and PSHE programme, with Tutor time and health checks helping students manage wellbeing and health.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is central to school life, with Headington Rye Oxford aiming to provide a supportive, stable, safe and happy environment that fosters pupils' social, personal and spiritual development. The 6 Cs—Curious, Creative, Confident, Collaborative, Courageous and Compassionate—underpin the school's approach to pupil development and character. The school maintains pastoral structures across both prep and senior stages, with regular opportunities in form time, assemblies and the co-curriculum to support mental wellbeing. Pupils have access to multiple sources of support, including a safeguarding framework and staff who listen and respond promptly to concerns. Boarders have additional pastoral support and access to independent listeners as needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school has a safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children policy, and ISI inspection reports are published; safeguarding is a core responsibility for all staff.	Safeguarding The safety and welfare of all pupils at Headington Rye Oxford School is our highest priority. The policy applies equally to EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4 and KS5. In safeguarding matters the School follows the procedures of the local safeguarding boards and Department for Education guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Working Together to Safeguard Children. The Safeguarding Team is led by the Designated Safeguarding Lead, with Deputy DSLs and Heads of relevant areas, and Online Safety is overseen by designated coordinators. The DSLs can be contacted during school hours, and the governing body designates senior staff to lead safeguarding and child protection. The School provides multiple channels for pupils to seek help, and staff are trained to respond promptly to concerns.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Four teaching sites in north Oxford host specialist facilities, well-resourced classrooms, and vibrant learning spaces. These sites are Senior School, International School, The Arts Centre, and the purpose-built Sixth Form. Technology is integrated across the curriculum, and the school is a Microsoft Showcase School with access to modern devices and online learning platforms. The Arts Centre provides a dedicated space for the arts with high-spec facilities, including a 200-seat performance space, a music suite, and a recording studio. The school has access to sports facilities through the University of Oxford Sport Centre for a range of athletic activities.	Facilities overview The school sits on a 12-acre site in Headington, Oxford. It provides a Forest School site, a sports hall, playing fields, floodlit all-weather AstroTurf pitches, a performance space and a music school, specialist art and design technology facilities, a food and technology kitchen, and specialist science facilities. Prep students also benefit from access to Senior School facilities nearby, including the Swimming Pool, Dance & Fitness Centre, Theatre and other sports facilities. The facilities support curriculum delivery across arts, science, and design technology and provide spaces for performance and physical education.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Access to the University of Oxford's sports facilities enables swimming in the pool, training on the all-weather pitch, and gym sessions. The Tennis Academy provides coaching for tennis. The affiliation with the University of Oxford provides opportunities to train and compete at university venues. Students can participate in sport fixtures at Oxford venues, broadening opportunities for competitive sport.	Sports facilities The Prep School has its own playing fields and indoor sports amenities, and access to extensive Senior School facilities across the road. Prep facilities include playing fields, a netball court, a large gym and a performance space with sprung floor. Senior School facilities available to the Prep School include a 25m indoor pool, floodlit all-weather AstroTurf pitches, floodlit tennis courts and a Dance and Fitness Centre. These facilities support physical education lessons, clubs and inter-school activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Four teaching sites in north Oxford include Senior School, International School, The Arts Centre, and the Sixth Form. The school is a Microsoft Showcase School, with EdTech across the curriculum, including top-of-the-range Surface tablets and access to the Global Campus learning platform. The Arts Centre was fitted in 2021 and offers high-spec equipment and a dedicated building within a short walk of the Sixth Form centre, close to galleries and museums. Specialist spaces include a dark room, workshops, and a kiln to support practical subjects. The Arts Centre hosts extensive performing arts facilities as part of the curriculum.	Academic facilities Art, Drama and Music facilities include specialist art and design technology facilities with a dedicated light and airy Art Room. A generous performance space for Music, Dance and Drama includes a 300-seat auditorium with racked seating, full lighting rigging, stage and backstage area. Two fully-equipped Music Rooms and dedicated music practice rooms support classroom learning and lessons. Specialist science facilities back up science teaching, and the Library sits at the heart of the Prep with well-stocked books, CDs and DVDs, quiet reading spaces, reserved work stations and a catalogue system. Timetabled weekly library lessons are led by a qualified teacher and support independent research; the Library also hosts events for National Poetry Day and World Book Day.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Performing arts are a major extracurricular, with a programme enriched by collaboration with The Juilliard School and performances in a 200-seat space, supported by a music suite and recording studio. Students may attend public lectures at Saïd Business School, take part in sport fixtures at University of Oxford facilities, and engage in debating at the Oxford Union Society.	Extra curricular facilities Forest School outdoor learning is available on the site, and the Prep offers access to performing arts spaces including music rooms and a theatre environment. The Prep uses the Senior School Theatre and other facilities for performances and events, supporting a broad program of arts, drama and music through specialist facilities and venues.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school was founded in 1977 as a sixth form college to help students who had struggled elsewhere pass their A-levels. This ethos—building confidence and prioritising wellbeing—remains central to its holistic approach. Today, d'Overbroeck's operates across three sites in Oxford: Senior School, International School, and Sixth Form. It is part of the Nord Anglia Education global family, which provides access to world-leading education technology and international collaborations.	History The school was founded in 1915. It moved to its present site in Oxford in 1929. The school operates as a charitable trust overseen by a council of governors. It is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 3 to 18 with neighbouring prep and senior sites.
Community	Community The school spans three main sites in north Oxford and several boarding houses, creating a lively and inclusive learning community. The House system links Years 7-11 and The International School, with regular events that foster collaboration and friendly competition. The community is supported by a welcoming environment from the d'Overbroeck's family and the Nord Anglia Education family, emphasizing openness and mutual respect. Parents are invited into school through a parent portal to connect with current families, and there is an open-door policy for accessing teachers and leadership, with regular concerts, performances, and exhibitions for the community to enjoy.	Community Headington School Oxford maintains an active community with a calendar of events. The school has hosted combined HPQ and EPQ presentations and a Leavers' Day for the Sixth Form. Headington Connect provides online networking for Sixth Formers, alumnae and parents. News and events pages showcase student performances and activities.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Headington Association is the network for current and former parents, alumnae and friends. The school is actively developing its parent and alumni engagement through development roles and by strengthening alumni networks. The Head of Development and Engagement role emphasizes engaging with the Headington community and family networks. Headington Connect links parents with the Sixth Form and alumnae. The school communicates with parents through events and updates that support student opportunities.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers a bespoke education across its Years 7-11 campus, the International School, and the Sixth Form, anchored in the English National Curriculum. In Sixth Form, students can choose from 38 traditional A-level subjects, plus BTECs or Level 3 equivalents, or the UAL Creative Arts Foundation. Students may also study the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), and all Level 3 qualifications hold the same academic value as A Levels. The school supports strong university progression, including places at University College London, Oxford, and the London School of Economics, and is rated excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.	Academic & intellectual The school provides a curriculum that gives pupils experience in linguistic, mathematical, scientific, technological, human and social, physical and aesthetic and creative education. The curriculum aims to promote intellectual and personal growth so pupils can make the most of opportunities, develop their intellect and talents, and gain the confidence for lifelong independent learning. Headington Rye Oxford School seeks to develop lively and enquiring minds, breadth of knowledge, a flexible outlook, and skills of innovation, enterprise and leadership. The core habits of mind embedded in the curriculum are Curiosity, Creativity, Collaboration, Compassion, Confidence and Courage.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Arts Centre opened in 2021 and offers state of the art facilities for art, theatre, and music. Cohen Hall hosts performing arts and instrumental teaching, with a 200-seat auditorium. The arts facilities include a dark room, workshops, kiln, and dedicated spaces for creativity. The school collaborates with MIT and The Juilliard School to integrate STEAM and performing arts across the curriculum.	Arts & creative The curriculum includes Art, Three Dimensional Design, Textile Design, Music, Drama, Dance and Food Technology. These subjects form part of GCSE options and the wider curriculum, supporting creative expression across the arts. Headington Rye also provides supra-curricular enrichment opportunities such as lectures, workshops, cultural visits and foreign exchanges. Facilities support Music, Art, Drama and Dance with dedicated spaces and performance venues to nurture creative work.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The International School hosts students from more than 40 countries, creating a diverse cultural community. The Nord Anglia Education network connects the school to global opportunities and collaborations. Model United Nations and other international activities help students develop listening and persuasive communication and understand global issues.	Cultural & language The linguistic programme includes English Language, French, Spanish, German, Latin and Greek. From Year 9 onward pupils select from a broad range of GCSE subjects, with continued emphasis on language study as part of a diverse curriculum. The school offers Modern and Classical languages and supports cross-cultural experiences through foreign exchanges and community engagement. Italian is being introduced from 2025, expanding language options further.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies There are more than 50 co curricular activities, including coding, knitting, Lego, ice hockey, polo, and tennis. Boarders enjoy evenings and weekends with activities ranging from theme parks to cultural trips into London and Bath. A wide range of clubs and hobby groups encourages interests beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies The school operates a competitive house system that provides leadership opportunities for Middle School and Sixth Formers, including organising events from inter-house poetry slams to sports. Form Captains act as spokespersons, and Prefects provide additional leadership roles across year groups. There are extensive supra-curricular opportunities, including cross-curricular links, educational visits, and cultural activities that enrich social and hobby interests. These structures foster collaboration, debate and student-led initiatives.
Community & service	Community & service Students participate in community service and volunteering, including collecting supplies for a food bank and running a book drive for a children's charity. They take part in social responsibility projects via the Global Campus digital platform and undertake the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. These initiatives drive tangible change in local and international communities.	Community & service The school supports community and service through Diversity Champions and Diversity Ambassadors, with involvement in charity activities and school-wide social responsibility initiatives. There are links with the local community and opportunities to engage in civic and charitable activities as part of the school's broader ethos.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Higher Education and Careers Team provides guidance on university applications and future pathways. The House system and regular House events foster leadership, teamwork, and a sense of community. An open door policy and parent portal give families access to school leadership.	Leadership & professional Leadership and enterprise are emphasised across the curriculum, with explicit opportunities to develop leadership skills and have a voice in school life. Careers guidance and external talks support preparation for higher education and professional pathways. Roles such as Form Captains, Prefects and House leadership provide practical leadership experience within the school.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school places happiness and wellbeing at the centre of student life and runs a comprehensive PSHE programme. Students have access to University of Oxford sports facilities, including a pool, all weather pitch, and gym, and they can participate in a Tennis Academy. Six boarding houses provide safe, supportive accommodation for boarders.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school aims to develop a healthy lifestyle and safe environment for all pupils, with social interaction fostering wellbeing and interpersonal skills. Medical care, nutrition, accommodation and pastoral care meet national standards and are provided to support boarders' welfare. The PSHE and pastoral programme emphasizes safe relationships, personal health and wellbeing, and informed decision-making.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The International School has one of the largest English as an Additional Language (EAL) teams in the country. Highly qualified teachers deliver specialist EAL programmes tailored to the needs of each student. The EAL provision ensures students develop their English alongside their academic subject knowledge to support progress across all areas.	Language provision The school teaches a language from a choice of French, German and Spanish in Year 7, increasing to two languages by Year 8. In the Sixth Form, languages include French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Classical Greek and Latin. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for pupils whose first language is not English, with an EAL Coordinator and weekly lessons, to support access to the curriculum and integration into school life, identified via the Oxford Placement Test. New Sixth Form entrants who do not have GCSE English are prepared for IELTS.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers native language courses (near-native language programmes) that lead to an A-Level exam. The native language course lasts one year and is followed in the first year of the Sixth Form. Places are subject to an arrival assessment to ensure the course fits with the student's overall study programme. When three or more students wish to study a particular language, the course fee is £1,000 and includes a minimum of 45 hours of group contact time; if fewer than three students enroll, the school assesses each case to agree a suitable programme of tuition.	Bilingual teaching —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Make an enquiry. Start your journey by filling in the online enquiry form. The admissions team can answer your questions and provide the information you need. This initial contact starts the admissions journey and helps tailor next steps to your child's age and the programme they would join. 2. Join one of our Open Events. The best way to understand life at d'Overbroeck's is to visit in person or online. We offer several in-person and online Open Events throughout the year. Attending an event gives families the chance to meet staff and learn about entry routes and what to expect next. 3. Send us your application. Ready to apply? Complete our online application form and provide supporting documents. You can start the process by using the Apply Now option. The admissions team reviews the application and outlines the next steps according to the year group. 4. Assessment and interview. After receiving your form and documents, and depending on the year group, you'll be invited to sit an entrance test and attend an interview. Senior School candidates join a group or individual assessment that includes a two-hour cognitive abilities test. International School candidates complete entrance tests and join an online interview. Sixth Form candidates are interviewed by the Sixth Form Leadership Team. 5. Offering your child a place. After assessments and interviews are completed and references are received, a place will be offered. Timings vary; the process can be quick in some cases. Our admissions team will guide you through the next steps.	Admissions 1. Apply and pay the registration fee. Submit the online application form and pay the Registration Fee for 2024-2025: Prep School UK £95 + VAT; Prep School Overseas £150 + VAT; Senior School UK £150 + VAT; Senior School Overseas £250 + VAT. 2. Entrance assessments and interviews. Prep School entry (Nursery to Year 2) is determined by a visit or virtual meeting; Reception uses emergent tasks; Years 3–6 entry is by assessment in Mathematics, English and Non‑Verbal Reasoning plus an interview and a day with peers. Senior School entry (Year 7/11+, Year 9/13+, Year 12/16+) involves entrance papers, interviews and, for overseas applicants, remote assessments where appropriate. 3. Language, EAL and international considerations. English as an Additional Language is assessed; candidates may take the OUP language test and EAL lessons are compulsory and chargeable if needed. International candidates may be interviewed and assessed remotely and there is no requirement to use an agent unless language support is needed. 4. Decisions and offers. After the relevant entrance examinations, results, interviews and reports are reviewed by a panel; offers are sent by e‑letter, usually within three weeks of the entrance day; in some cases, candidates may be invited to join a waiting list. 5. Appeals and progression. If a decision is contested, parents may appeal via the Director of Marketing and Admissions; the Headmistress's decision is final. 6. Transition and additional information. Transition events help prep pupils familiarise themselves with the Senior School; international and additional considerations are addressed through the admissions team as needed.
Scholarships	Scholarships RECOGNISING OUTSTANDING POTENTIAL. d'Overbroeck's provides a range of scholarships available to prospective students wishing to join us in Year 7, Year 9 or Year 12. Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional potential and outstanding talent in their respective field. Scholars are expected to lead by example, whether that is through their academic, artistic, sporting or other achievements, and to make a significant positive contribution to the life of the school. The financial value of our scholarships vary and are always offered at the discretion of the school. SENIOR SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS. Our Senior School scholarships include Academic, Art, Drama and Music, and the Dance Academy. The financial value is up to a maximum of 25% of our tuition fees. Academic scholarships require evidence of high academic achievement and include an interview, subject to entrance assessment. Art, Drama and Music scholarships involve portfolios and auditions as described. Music scholarships require performance elements and ensemble participation. SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS. Sixth Form scholarships include Academic, Art, Drama, Media, Music, Sport, and the Tennis Academy, with up to 25% of tuition fees. Academic scholarships reward sustained high attainment; portfolios and auditions apply for other categories. Applicants should show commitment to the field and readiness to contribute to school life. The scholarship assessments for Sixth Form are conducted by the admissions team; contact sixthformadmissions@doverbroecks.com for details. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS. Our International School Olympiad scholarships recognise exceptional talent demonstrated through the Olympiad assessments. Olympiad assessments include entrance assessments, a personal statement, a 300-word critical essay, and an interview in Round 1, followed by a task and Q&A in Round 2; the competition is open to specified regions. For more information, contact international@doverbroecks.com.	Scholarships Scholarships recognise merit and offer opportunities to develop in the chosen area; most scholarships do not carry a financial award, but there are special academic and music scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+; music scholarships may include free tuition for a musical instrument. Scholarship holders benefit from the school's enrichment and extension programmes. Scholarship candidates may also apply for means‑tested support worth up to 100% of day fees. Financial assistance through the Headington Rye Access Programme (HRAP) can provide up to 100% of day fees for Year 7 (11+) and up to 50% for Year 9 (13+); HRAP awards are separate from the scholarships programme and are means‑tested. Financial assistance for Prep School or boarding fees is not available; HRAP awards are confidential and based on entrance performance and family circumstances.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist In some cases, suitable applicants may be asked to join a waiting list.
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