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, Janet Martin, 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 2020

Date	Activity
Monday 20 April	INSET Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Tuesday 21 April	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Thursday 7 May (6pm) to Sunday 10 May (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 22 May (1pm) to Sunday 31 May (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Saturday 4 July	Term Ends

Michaelmas Term 2020

Date	Activity
Sunday 6 September	New Pupils Arrive (PM)
Monday 7 September	New Pupils Activity Term begins for boarders (return from 5pm)
Tuesday 8 September	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Friday 25 September (1pm) to Sunday 27 September (from 5pm)	Exeat
Tuesday 20 October (1pm) to Sunday 1 November (from 5pm)	Half Term
Friday 20 November (1pm) to Sunday 22 November (from 5pm)	Exeat
Tuesday 15 December (1pm)	Term Ends

Lent Term 2021

Date	Activity
Wednesday 6 January	Term begins for boarders (return from 5pm)
Thursday 7 January	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8.20am)
Friday 29 January (1pm) to to Sunday 31 January (from 5pm)	Exeat
Friday 12 February (1pm) to Sunday 21 February (from 5pm)	Half Term
Friday 26 March (1pm)	Term Ends

Trinity Term 2021

Date	Activity
Monday 19 April	INSET Term begins for boarders (return from 5.00pm)
Tuesday 20 April	Term begins for day pupils (roll call at 8:20am)
Saturday 1 May (12.30pm) to Sunday 3 May (from 5.00pm)	Exeat
Friday 28 May (1pm) to Sunday 6 June (from 5.00pm)	Half Term
Saturday 3 July (1pm)	Term Ends