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International Women’s Day was, as always, an inspiring day. It was a great opportunity for me to reflect...
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Professor Barbara Goff from University of Reading will be coming to The Oratory.
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Oratory Dragons defeat Pangbourne to secure runners up spot in the league.
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Our U6 pupils who undertook the Extended Project Qualification give their presentations.
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The Anniversary Charity Ball is the perfect opportunity for the Oratory family to come together
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We are seeking professional and business advisers to take part in our annual careers fair.
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Another great Cross Country event at The Oratory with windy, sunny, and rainy conditions passing over us within the space of two races.
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To celebrate World Book Day 2019, The Oratory was delighted to welcome the renowned author, Michelle Magorian to speak to pupils.
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The first Mass of the forty days of Lent saw the whole school community in chapel to offer Mass and to receive the imposition of ashes.
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Last night we were delighted to welcome Old Oratorian Matt Baugh. Matt is a member of the UK Diplomatic Service, a Director at the Department...
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Chris Mears, GB Olympic diver, visits The Oratory to talk to pupils about his interesting life and career.
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Congratulations to our Real Tennis team for winning the National Schools Doubles Championship.
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As Coeducation Coordinator Vicky will oversee the introduction of coeducation at The Oratory School.
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I was very pleased with the exam results of the past summer. The A Levels were our best statistically at A*-A since 2015
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On Friday 22 March 2019, The Oratory will once again present our ever-popular Hopkins Society Jazz Showcase.