The Oratory News Feed - Our Latest News

Oratory Real Tennis Success - five national champions across four competitions

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:35:27 GMT

It has been a truly outstanding season for Real Tennis at The Oratory, as the school celebrates a record five national champions across four competitions!

The Oratory Community travels to Argentina and Chile

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:05:09 GMT

Are you a member of The Oratory School Community living or working in Argentina or Chile?

Loquitur Talk by Dominic Mayhew from Exeter University

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:22:44 GMT

Loquitur this week was delivered by Dominic Mayhew from Exeter University.

Oratory Pupil is named Oxfordshire's U18s Cricket Captain

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:30:31 GMT

The Oratory School is delighted that its 6th Form Sports Prefect, Adi Hector, has been named Oxfordshire Under 18s Cricket Captain for the coming summer.

The Newman Experience Pilgrimage - visiting The Oratory School this September

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:45:10 GMT

The Oratory School is honoured to be included in The Newman Experience Retreat-Pilgrimage organised by The Cardinal Newman Society and Corporate Travel Service this coming September, which may be of interest to our American families, friends and alumni.

The Oratory's 'Learn to Row' Summer Camp 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:29:51 GMT

The Oratory School is running its 'Learn to Row' Camp again this summer from our Boathouse on the River Thames in Whitchurch-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

The Oratory Community Event in Malta

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:22:49 GMT

The Oratory was delighted to meet with current parents and reconnect with alumni and friends of our community during a recent trip to Malta

Meet Kate, Wootten House Captain for 2025-2026

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:35:36 GMT

Meet Kate, our Wootten House Captain for the academic year 2025–2026...

The Oratory School Celebrates World Book Day 2026

Thu, 5 Mar 2026 15:14:14 GMT

The Oratory has had so much fun celebrating World Book Day this year!

Meet Alex, The Oratory School Captain for 2025-2026

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:35:22 GMT

Meet Alex, our School Captain for the academic year 2025–2026...

Oratory Drama trip to see ‘2:22 A Ghost Story’

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:53:23 GMT

This week, 34 of our GCSE and A Level Drama students headed to Oxford for a night at the theatre.

The Oratory Launches the ‘Oratory Six’ for 2026-2027

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:27:32 GMT

The Oratory introduces the 'Oratory Six' programme for the 2026/27 academic year.

The Oratory School's Catholic Inspection Report - January 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:32:00 GMT

As a school of the Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham, The Oratory School undergoes an inspection from its Education Department every few years.

Oratory Music make a Guest Appearance at the 2026 Chinese Spring Festival 'Beauty and Harmony' Closing Ceremony, London

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:03:58 GMT

Oratory Music was delighted to have been invited to make a guest appearance at the 2026 Chinese Spring Festival 'Beauty and Harmony' Closing Ceremony by the Sino-British Youth Exchange Programme in London on Tuesday.

Meet Daisy, The Oratory School Captain for 2025-2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:34:44 GMT

Introducing you to Daisy, The Oratory School Captain for the academic year 2025–2026!

FitzAlan 24-hour Charity Cycle Ride

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 14:30:02 GMT

From Friday 13 February at 8.00am, the FitzAlan House Prefects and House Staff will be embarking upon a 24-hour continuous static bike ride to raise money for the Back Up Spinal Cord Injury Charity.

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

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 13:31:16 GMT

The Oratory welcomed big crowds on Saturday, as more than 100 guests joined in celebrating the official opening of the school’s ground-breaking Caritas All-Weather Pitch.

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

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 10:40:27 GMT

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

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

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 09:48:04 GMT

There was more success on the Real Tennis court for Oratory pupils last weekend at the Queen's Club in London, when Max and Archie retained the National Schools' Under 18s Real Tennis Championship having won the title in 2025!

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

Wed, 4 Feb 2026 15:07:53 GMT

Congratulations to our 6th Form award-winning film makers who attended the awards ceremony at Disney HQ at the weekend!

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

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:04:10 GMT

Oratory pupils are delighted to bring back 'The Buzz'! The Oratory's school magazine written by students, for students. Arisa, Editor-in-Chief writes:

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

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:05:42 GMT

Congratulations to Tara who has secured a bronze medal in the U14 Grand Slalom and a silver medal in the U14 Slalom at the Welsh Alpine Championships 2026!

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

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:24:16 GMT

"BlueStockings is a play about the importance of education, of open mindedness and of opportunity-all themes that are sadly more relevant today than they ought to be - and The Oratory School is a school which holds those values at its heart." Jessica Swale, Playwright

New Oratory Sport Coach for Football and Basketball

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:21:14 GMT

We’re excited to welcome Abid Khan as our new Oratory Sport Coach, specialising in Football and Basketball coaching!

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

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 10:20:39 GMT

The Oratory School is delighted to announce that its 1st XI Hockey team has sealed a fifth straight Berkshire Schools’ League title following their last match in December!

The Oratory's 'The Good Schools Guide' Review 2026

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:26:06 GMT

“In a crowded Berkshire/Oxfordshire school market, The Oratory is a distinct alternative and one well worth a visit.” The Good Schools Guide 2026

The Oratory School Partners with SchoolsMobile

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:26:13 GMT

The Oratory is pleased to have partnered with SchoolsMobile to help protect our pupils when using their devices.

Head of Oratory Racquets, Claire Fahey, wins Australian Real Tennis Open Ladies' singles and doubles titles

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:15:05 GMT

Claire Fahey, Head of Racquets at The Oratory School, has started the year in impressive style as her dominance of ladies' Real Tennis shows no signs of slowing down.

Highlights of Michaelmas Term 2025

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:15:07 GMT

Matthew Fogg, Head Master: "A huge amount has been achieved here at The Oratory this term.

Caritas All-Weather Pitch - Sponsor a Square

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:54:09 GMT

The Oratory's sporting legacy is built on the passion, support, and dedication of our community, and we're writing the next chapter with a new Caritas Multi-Sport All-Weather Pitch.

Old Oratorian, George Hooley (2015/Norris)

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:40:51 GMT

We are saddened to hear the news of the tragic death of Old Oratorian, George Hooley (2015/Norris).

Oratory Rugby retain Berkshire County Cup

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:50:19 GMT

Captain Rudi marked his final game at The Oratory School with a memorable hat-trick to lead his troops to a convincing 52-7 Berkshire Cup final success against Piggott School.

The Oratory's annual Hockey Club Dinner

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:01:56 GMT

Oratory Hockey enjoyed a wonderful Saturday evening celebrating all their hockey achievements from this term.

Oratory Racquets win two Real Tennis National Championships

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:53:31 GMT

It has been a highly successful week for Oratory Sport with the school winning two national Real Tennis competitions!

A Level Oratory Chemistry pupils awarded certificates in the University of Cambridge Chemistry Challenge

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 15:13:25 GMT

Congratulations to five* of our Oratory Chemistry A Level pupils on their outstanding performance in the University of Cambridge Chemistry Challenge. Well done Alex, Come, Eugene, Yoonho and Yuvraj!

The Oratory's annual Rugby Club Dinner

Wed, 3 Dec 2025 13:34:01 GMT

More than 100 guests attended The Oratory School’s rugby club dinner on Saturday night, with captain R. Derbyshire walking away with the Paul Keddie Shield for outstanding performance.

1st and 2nd Form visit Hampton Court Palace

Wed, 3 Dec 2025 11:45:45 GMT

Oratory History 1st and 2nd Form pupils visited Hampton Court Palace last week as part of their ongoing studies around the Medieval world

Filmmaking 6th Form Award Winners

Tue, 2 Dec 2025 11:52:23 GMT

Meet our Award-Winning 6th Form filmmakers! Huge congratulations to George C, George M, Isabella, Jess, Riley, Romilly, Sophia and Tommy, whose short film, ‘Apocalypse’, has been 'Highly Commended' in the One Day Film School’s ‘2025's 10 Shot Film Awards’ in the category: Best Sequel Film.

Oratory Parent Series: Dr Sabine Donnai

Mon, 1 Dec 2025 14:31:48 GMT

My name is Dr. Sabine Donnai, and I am both a parent and a physician with a long-standing passion for health and human potential.

Claire Fahey, Head of Oratory Racquets, retains Real Tennis British Open Titles

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:03:16 GMT

It's been another successful week for The Oratory on the Real Tennis court with Claire Fahey, Head of Oratory Racquets, continuing her hold over the women’s game with victory in both the ladies’ singles and doubles competitions at the Real Tennis British Open.

Oratory Pupils attend the Berlin Model United Nations Conference (BERMUN)

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:25:12 GMT

Last week, a party of six Oratory pupils set off for Germany for the Berlin Model United Nations Conference BERMUN, hosted by the John F Kennedy School.

LAMDA at The Oratory School

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:02:30 GMT

The Oratory School has enjoyed fantastic LAMDA success in the academic year 2024/25.

6th Form pupils' video nominated for Young Film Academy Award 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:05:31 GMT

Huge congratulations to a group of our 6th Form pupils whose short film, ‘Apocalypse’, has been nominated for the Young Film Academy ‘2025 10 Shot Film Awards’!

The Oratory School Christmas Fair 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:26:58 GMT

The Oratory is delighted to be hosting a Christmas Fair in The Oratory Sports Centre on Monday 1 December 2025, 6.00pm – 8.00pm.

The Oratory School marks Inter Faith Week

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:15:04 GMT

Today Oratory pupils and staff marked Inter Faith Week by celebrating the different faiths within our school and community.

Anti-Bullying Week at The Oratory School

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:13:17 GMT

The 2025 Anti-Bullying Week 'Power for Good' theme reminds us that we all have the power to do something positive to counter the hurt and the harm that bullying can cause.

The Oratory School's Founder is proclaimed Doctor of the Church and co-patron of Education

Tue, 4 Nov 2025 17:36:06 GMT

On Saturday, during mass in St Peter’s Square on the Feast of All Saints, Pope Leo XIV proclaimed our Founder, Saint John Henry Newman, a Doctor of the Church.

Oratory Rugby Dublin Tour

Mon, 3 Nov 2025 14:30:23 GMT

The Oratory Rugby Club recently travelled to Dublin for a short but memorable tour that combined sport and sightseeing.

Oratory Science 3rd Form visit Cadbury World

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:23:06 GMT

Oratory Science 3rd Form enjoyed a trip to Cadbury World on Friday.

Oratory Rugby 1st XV 29-24 win vs The London Oratory

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:47:12 GMT

Captain R. Derbyshire hailed an ‘unbelievable win’ after his last-minute try helped The Oratory School squeeze past The London Oratory School 29-24 in a pulsating Newman Cup classic.