Bloxham School is a A-Levels / GCSE school in Banbury, United Kingdom. Founded in 1860. It serves 575 students for students aged 11–19. Annual tuition ranges from $37,596 to $60,846 USD.
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Location & Getting There
NanaSays Scorecard
Key Details
Scholarships Available
Deer Park is where the bursary is situated, as well as some of the buildings used by the Combined Cadet Force, including the armoury and shooting range.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
All Independent School Standards are met. The school provides high-quality education through well-planned lessons with comprehensive teacher knowledge and effective support for diverse learners, resulting in good academic progress. A significant strength is the extensive 'broader curriculum' offering service, arts, and activities that contribute to pupils' holistic development and preparation for life beyond school.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Lower School (First and Second Form) - Full Boarder | £11,340 | £34,020 |
| Lower School (First and Second Form) - Day Boarder | £10,330 | £30,990 |
| Lower School (First and Second Form) - Day House | £8,810 | £26,430 |
| Senior School (Third Form to Upper Sixth) - Overseas Full Boarder | £17,650 | £52,950 |
| Senior School (Third Form to Upper Sixth) - Full Boarder | £16,690 | £50,070 |
| Senior School (Third Form to Upper Sixth) - Day Boarder | £12,950 | £38,850 |
| Senior School (Third Form to Upper Sixth) - Day House | £8,950 | £26,850 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Additional overnight stays for Day Boarders | Per term | — |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (7 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Bloxham School is one of Britain's best smaller independent schools, situated in the beautiful Oxfordshire Cotswolds village of Bloxham, just 3 miles from the M40. It offers a holistic education within a boarding community underpinned by Christian values, with superb facilities for academic work, sport, technology, and the Arts. The fully co-educational school maintains a good balance of boarders and day pupils with flexible boarding arrangements.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ (First Form) | Assessment morning including interview, English, Mathematics, and Verbal Reasoning papers, plus activities | November (for Year 6 pupils) | 7 November 2025 (for 2026 entry) |
| 13+ (Third Form) | Interview, group exercise, and 20-minute writing test assessing language and communication. Results combined with CAT4/MidYIS scores and school reference | January (assessed in Year 6 from September 2025; previously Year 7) | 9 January 2026 (for 2028 entry); 23 January 2026 (for 2027 entry) |
| 16+ (Lower Sixth) | Application form and interview with Headmaster or senior staff. Places confirmed on satisfactory GCSE performance (minimum 6 GCSEs at grades 9-5 including Maths and English, grade 6+ in A Level subjects, grade 7+ in Maths and Sciences) | Michaelmas and Lent Term | Upon application |
How to apply
- Make an enquiry with Admissions team
- Visit the school at an Open Morning or arrange a personal tour
- Choose boarding preference (Full Boarding, Day Boarding, or Day House)
- Register child by paying £240 registration fee
- Sit entrance examinations (11+ and 13+) or attend interview (16+)
- Receive offer of place (December for 11+/13+; after interview for 16+)
- Accept place by paying £1,740 acceptance fee (including £300 deposit and £360 Old Bloxhamist membership)
- Receive joining pack and induction information
What you'll need to submit
- Registration form
- £240 registration fee
- School reference (required for some entry points)
- CAT4 or MidYIS scores (13+ entry)
- Application form (16+ entry)
- GCSE results (16+ entry for place confirmation)
Open events
- Whole School Open Morning — Saturday 9 May 2026
- Whole School Open Morning — Saturday 3 October 2026
- Sixth Form Options Evening — Friday 9 October 2026
- Personal tours available by appointment throughout the year
Scholarships: Academic, Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Music, and Sport scholarships available at all entry points (Sport not at 11+). Application deadlines vary; see Scholarships page for specific dates.
Admissions contact: [email protected]
Three main entry points at 11+, 13+ and 16+. Additional entry considered if spaces available. International pupils have slightly different admissions process with language level requirements (B1 minimum at 13+/14+, C1 at 16+). Overseas compliance fee of £600 included for international boarders.
Why Families Choose
- Smaller independent school
- Cotswolds location
- Christian values (Woodard)
- Flexible boarding options
- Excellent sports facilities
- Russell Group university placement
- Holistic education
University Destinations
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £10,850 – £15,970 (termly).
Student Life
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Church of England