Windrush Valley School

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Website | 01993 831793
The Grn, Ascott-under-Wychwood, Chipping Norton OX7 6AN, UK

Opening Hours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM


Area Served:
Within 4 miles (6.4km) of The Grn, Ascott-under-Wychwood, Chipping Norton OX7 6AN, UK
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Windrush Valley Private School Oxfordshire. We believe that every child deserves the best possible start. With class sizes currently averaging 14, our pupils receive one-to-one attention, and the highest standards of education. We build self-esteem, self-confidence and independence; preparing boys and girls aged 3-11 for a successful future in either the independent or state senior school sectors. Over the last 25 years all pupils have passed their senior school entry examination and attended their chosen secondary school.

The school is ranked in the top 30 independent preparatory schools in England by the Sunday Times. Earning it the prestigious accolade of Best Prep School Oxfordshire. The school has also received an Award for Excellence by the Independent School Association.

Our inspiring and stimulating curriculum is delivered within a nurturing, supportive and positive environment, and includes; literacy, language, mathematics, science, technology, human & social, sports, art and music. In addition, adventure trips and foreign residential weeks away, further enrich the curriculum and the children’s life-experience.

All children regularly play in the school band, perform in musicals on stage, compete in public speaking competitions and sing in the choir. Our sporting pedigree has resulted in children competing at the highest level in swimming, athletics and cross country. For the last 10 years, our pupils have competed at a national level at the Independent Schools Association championship.

We also provide a comprehensive after-school programme in which children enjoy a wide range of additional activities, including; cooking, first aid, forest school, horse whispering and cycling proficiency.

To support the needs of working parents we provide supervised wrap-around care daily, from 8am to 6pm.

Our affordable fees underpins our commitment to make educational excellence accessible to as many children as possible.

If you want to give your child the best possible start – excellence starts here. Prep School Oxfordshire.

Headteacher – Mrs A Douglas BA(Hons) QTS

Google Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (12 total ratings)

Samantha Burrough
5 Star
Windrush Valley School is top rated for all the best reasons and punches well above its weight. The achievements made by the children in this small and welcoming environment are unique and will serve them well in the future. My daughter, now in her final year, has been there since she was 3 and has been surrounded by well balanced peers and supportive teachers throughout. Whilst we'll be sad to move on we can't think of a better place for her to have started her education.
Wednesday 8th January 2020
Ben Bowyer
5 Star
Windrush Valley School is a fantastic school. Our child has benefited greatly from the caring, structured and excellent teaching. Everyone is friendly, helpful and welcoming to the school. Having small classes ensures that my child is getting the right education for their future. I would recommend the school to anyone that is looking for a well managed and forward-thinking school.
Tuesday 24th September 2019
Sophie Johnstone
5 Star
We took great pains to view all the local schools before settling on Windrush Valley for our sons, 5 years ago. We were attracted to the nurturing environment, the supportive, inclusive culture and excellent academic results. We have been delighted with our decision - it has given our two very different boys an exceptional start.
Wednesday 23rd October 2019
Adam Brown
5 Star
My Children have been at the school for coming up to 3 years now. It is a fantastic school. From the moment we first visited, we were stuck by the calm, positive energy of every class we saw, and that impression hasn't dimmed over the years. Added to that, their academic standards are clearly in advance of other independent schools in the area, taking both our own experience and things others have told us into account. Overall, very highly recommended!
Friday 11th May 2018
Fleur Chant
5 Star
My daughter started at the Nursery in September, she has settled in quickly and I’ve been blown away by the friendly, calm atmosphere of the school. I wish I’d gone to a school like this when I was little.
Wednesday 23rd October 2019