About
About

The Oratory is a very special place where each pupil is known, valued and stretched as an individual. We are really proud of our broad and rich curriculum and strong exam results.
Pupil Life
Pupil 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.
Admissions
Admissions
Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions that you make for your child and the Registrar, Natasha Pearce, would be delighted to hear from you if you are considering The Oratory as an option.
Beyond The Oratory
Beyond The Oratory
A pupil’s connection with The Oratory doesn’t end when they leave the school. Find out how to stay connected with The Oratory and discover more about our active alumni programme.
Information
Find out more about The Oratory School and our community.
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Welcome to The Oratory Parents’ Area. Here you will find information regarding day-to-day school life, the calendar, term dates, sports fixtures and results, school policies and communications from the school. Log in to access your information relating specifically to you and your child.
Contact Us
Contact Us

The Oratory School
Woodcote
Nr Reading
South Oxfordshire RG8 0PJ

Tel: +44 (0)1491 683500

For general enquiries please phone the main school reception on the number above or email enquiries@oratory.co.uk

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Term Dates

Trinity Term 2022

Date	Activity
Tuesday 19 April	INSET Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Wednesday 20 April	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Saturday 30 April (12.30pm) to Bank Holiday Monday 2 May (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 27 May (1.00pm) to Sunday 5 June (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Saturday 2 July (1.00pm)	Term Ends

Michaelmas Term 2022

Date	Activity
Wednesday 31 August	New staff INSET
Thursday 1 September	INSET
Friday 2 September	INSET
Sunday 4 September	New Families Welcome Day & BBQ Lunch (new boarders from 10.30am; new day pupils from 11.30am)
Monday 5 September	New Pupil Induction Day Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Tuesday 6 September	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Friday 23 September (1.00pm) to Sunday 25 September (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 21 October (5.00pm) to Sunday 6 November (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Friday 18 November (1.00pm) to Sunday 20 November (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Saturday 10 December (12.00 noon)	Term Ends

Lent Term 2023

Date	Activity
Tuesday 3 January	INSET Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Wednesday 4 January	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8.20am)
Friday 27 January (1.00pm) to to Sunday 29 January (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 10 February (1.00pm) to Sunday 19 February (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Friday 24 March (1.00pm)	Term Ends

Trinity Term 2023

Date	Activity
Monday 17 April	INSET Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Tuesday 18 April	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Saturday 29 April (12.30pm) to Bank Holiday Monday 1 May (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 26 May (1.00pm) to Sunday 4 June (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Saturday 1 July (1.00pm)	Term Ends