Location & Getting There
Scholarships Available
Types Available
✓Scholarships available at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry points in recognition of achievement across academic and other areas
✓Special Awards Programme for most outstanding candidates at 16+
Bursaries (means-tested): Means-tested financial awards through the Headington Rye Access Programme available for local day girls at Year 7 (up to 100% of fees) and Year 9 (up to 50% of fees); limited to day fees only and not available for boarding or Prep School.
💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.
Merit-based Scholarships
Key facts
Ages
(Girls)
Fees
$ 12,792–$ 47,205 / year
Inspectorate
ISI
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Reception (Day) | £4,264 | £12,792 |
| Year 1-2 (Day) | £5,056 | £15,168 |
| Year 3-4 (Day) | £5,738 | £17,214 |
| Year 5-6 (Day) | £6,488 | £19,464 |
| Year 7-11 (Day) | £7,788 | £23,364 |
| Sixth Form Current Pupils (Day) | £7,788 | £23,364 |
| Sixth Form Direct Entrants (Day) | £8,551 | £25,653 |
| Year 7-11 (Half-weekly Boarding) | £10,500 | £31,500 |
| Year 7-11 (Weekly Boarding) | £13,144 | £39,432 |
| Year 7-11 (Full Boarding) | £15,735 | £47,205 |
| Sixth Form Current Pupils (Half-weekly Boarding) | £10,500 | £31,500 |
| Sixth Form Current Pupils (Weekly Boarding) | £13,144 | £39,432 |
| Sixth Form Current Pupils (Full Boarding) | £15,735 | £47,205 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Music lessons — individual, 10 lessons of 40 minutes (Senior School) | Per year | £1,620 |
| Speech and Drama — 10 lessons of 30 minutes (Senior School) | Per year | £1,179 |
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.
Scholarships & financial assistance
Merit-based scholarships (2 types)
Scholarships available at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry points in recognition of achievement across academic and other areas
Special Awards Programme for most outstanding candidates at 16+
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.
Means-tested bursaries — the school looks at your family income and can offer a much larger discount than any scholarship. Means-tested financial awards through the Headington Rye Access Programme available for local day girls at Year 7 (up to 100% of fees) and Year 9 (up to 50% of fees); limited to day fees only and not available for boarding or Prep School. Ask the Bursar directly — these are rarely advertised prominently.
What Makes This School Different
Headington Rye Access Programme (HRAP) –
Special Awards Programme – exceptional c
1:1 iPad Strategy – all Year 7–11 pupils
Higher Project qualification
School Certificate in Philosophy
Award in Finance Education
Digital Communication Qualification (pod
Award in Creative Writing
Award in Global Citizenship
Clubs & Activities
Forest School (Prep School)Sports including rowing, karate, fencing, equestrian, biathlon, football, hockeySpeech and Drama (10×30-min or pair sessions available)After Care (Nursery and Prep School, up to 6pm)
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ (Year 7) | Entrance examination and interview | Not specified | Not specified |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Entrance examination and interview | Not specified | Not specified |
| 16+ (Year 12) | Online papers (Maths and English), written English paper, EAL assessment if required, and interview | Not specified | Not specified |
How to apply
- Online registration form
- Entrance examination
- Interview with academic staff
- Assessment for subject-specific entry requirements
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
Open events
- Prep School Open Morning — Friday 8th May 2026
- Senior School Open Morning — Friday 26th June 2026
- Meet the Headmistress — Friday 24th April 2026
Scholarships: Scholarships and Special Awards available; enquire at admissions for details
Admissions contact: [email protected]; 01865 759100
Entry requirements for A Level include Grade 7 or above in desired subjects, or Grade 7 in facilitating subjects for new subjects.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
Student Demographics
School Type
girls
Sports Programme
140
teams across 16 sports
Signature Sports
NetballHockeyFootballTennisCricket
Teams by Sport
Netball
33
teams
Hockey
18
teams
Hockey Indoor
4
teams
Hockey Sevens
7
teams
Football
17
teams
Tennis
12
teams
Cricket
10
teams
Swimming
10
teams
Cross Country
10
teams
Badminton
1
teams
Biathlon
1
teams
Gymnastics
2
teams
Hockey Sixes
1
teams
Indoor Cricket
2
teams
Rounders
3
teams
Triathlon
1
teams
Also Offered
AthleticsBasketballCheerleadingFencingHandballLacrosseRowingRock ClimbingVolleyballYoga and PilatesMartial Arts
Recent Highlights
InternationalInternational Representation in Rowing (Claudia R, Trudie M)2020
InternationalInternational Representation in Fencing (Darcy HJ)2020
InternationalInternational Representation in Biathlon (Evey P)2020
Notable Coaches
Jim Baker
Head of Tennis
LTA accredited senior performance coach
Facilities
Indoor Swimming PoolTennis CourtsSports PitchesAll-weather pitchesProfessional 200-seat Theatre
Director of Sport: Claire Caruth
Notable Alumni
Emma Watson
actress, known for Hermione Granger in Harry Potter
Freya Allan
actress, known for The Witcher and Gunpowder Milkshake
Julia Somerville
BBC News and ITV News television presenter
Jane Tewson
founder of Comic Relief
Angela Gallop
British forensic scientist
Barbara Woodhouse
TV personality and dog trainer
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the admissions office at Headington School directly for current fee information.