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    'Be you. Become more' at the Oratory

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    Why should you choose The Oratory School? Because The Oratory is just as much about the people as it is the place. Let us explain...

    Without doubt, everyone expects a school like ours to provide a superlative academic education – we do. At The Oratory we believe that there is an important difference between being fully qualified and fully human.

    Groundedness, Wholeness and Kindness are created by the right ethos and environment. This is what helps you build habits that will serve you for life and allow you to be of service to others. These are the sort of qualities that will, without doubt, be to the fore in all your achievements: in your life’s critical encounters, your choice of career and your progress through the world. The sort of talents and values that make you a good human being...

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    We know that choosing the right school for your child can often be confusing and time consuming, so we try to make the process here at The Oratory as enjoyable and straightforward as possible.

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    • 06 Feb

      FitzAlan 24-hour Charity Cycle Ride

      From Friday 13 February at 8.00am, the FitzAlan House Prefects and House Staff w...

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    • 06 Feb

      The Oratory Celebrates its new Caritas All-Weather Pitch with Grand Opening Ceremony

      The Oratory welcomed big crowds on Saturday, as more than 100 guests joined in c...

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    • 06 Feb

      Oratory Drama's Senior Production of 'Blue Stockings' by Jessica Swale

      Outstanding performances from Oratory Drama in this term’s production of...

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    • 06 Feb

      Oratory Pupils retain National Schools' Under 18s Real Tennis Championship

      There was more success on the Real Tennis court for Oratory pupils last weekend...

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    • 04 Feb

      Oratory 6th Form Filmmakers attend Awards Ceremony at Disney HQ, London

      Congratulations to our 6th Form award-winning film makers who attended the award...

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    • 30 Jan

      The Oratory's Pupil Magazine, 'The Buzz' is back!

      Oratory pupils are delighted to bring back 'The Buzz'! The Oratory's...

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    • 30 Jan

      Oratory Pupil secures silver and bronze medals at the Welsh Alpine Championships 2026

      Congratulations to Tara who has secured a bronze medal in the U14 Grand Slalom a...

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    • 29 Jan

      Oratory Drama's 'Blue Stockings' Cast and Crew receive a message from Jessica Swale, Playwright

      "BlueStockings is a play about the importance of education, of open mindedn...

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    • 23 Jan

      New Oratory Sport Coach for Football and Basketball

      We’re excited to welcome Abid Khan as our new Oratory Sport Coach, special...

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    • 23 Jan

      Oratory Hockey 1st XI are Berkshire League Champions for 5th year running

      The Oratory School is delighted to announce that its 1st XI Hockey team has seal...

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      Open Mornings

      Oratory Open Mornings offer a great opportunity to explore our facilities in their beautiful surroundings and meet with our staff and pupils in person. 

      Day & Boarding Life

      The Oratory is a vibrant day and boarding community. We call ourselves a family and we mean it. The warmth and support of the school enables pupils to develop strong self-belief and resilience that will remain with them throughout their life.

      Catholic Life

      The Catholic Faith and the two chapels are central to the school’s life, ethos and identity. Newman’s vision of an education for the whole person through individual care has always involved mind, body, and soul.

      Co-Curricular Opportunities

      A wide array of co-curricular opportunities allows each individual to find an arena in which they can flourish and excel. The joy and confidence that success brings leads to greater determination and resilience when facing challenges in the classroom and in life.

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      The Oratory School, Woodcote, Oxfordshire, RG8 0PJ

      +44 (0)1491 683500 enquiries@oratory.co.uk

      Contact Us

      The Oratory School
      Woodcote
      Oxfordshire
      RG8 0PJ

      Tel: +44 (0)1491 683500

      Open Morning - Saturday 7 March 2026

      Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm

      Meet our pupils and staff in person, and explore our facilities in their beautiful surroundings.