Oundle School is a A-Level / Pre-U school in Northamptonshire, United Kingdom. Founded in 1937. It serves 1,134 students for students aged 10–19. Annual tuition ranges from $65,361 to $74,143 USD.
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Location & getting here
Traditional English market town in the rural East Midlands, anchored by Oundle School; quiet setting with open countryside and local amenities beyond the school gates.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luton | 68 km | ~98 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
| Stansted | 82 km | ~117 min | STN — European and budget carriers |
| Birmingham | 87 km | ~123 min | BHX — Midlands gateway |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
All Independent School Standards are met. The promotion of pupils' wellbeing is identified as a significant strength, evident in strong relationships, effective pastoral systems, and meaningful pupil involvement in school development. Academic results are well above the national average with effective teaching and a broad curriculum, and boarding provision is highly effective.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Year 7) | £8,050 | £24,150 |
| Day (Year 8) | £9,333 | £27,999 |
| Day (Years 9-13) | £10,580 | £31,740 |
| Boarding Full/Weekly (Year 7) | £12,317 | £36,951 |
| Boarding 3-Day (Year 7) | £9,863 | £29,589 |
| Boarding Full/Weekly (Year 8) | £14,296 | £42,888 |
| Boarding 3-Day (Year 8) | £11,437 | £34,311 |
| Boarding Full/Weekly (Years 9-13) | £16,217 | £48,651 |
| Boarding Overseas (Year 7) | £12,603 | £37,809 |
| Boarding Overseas (Year 8) | £14,584 | £43,752 |
| Boarding Overseas (Years 9-13) | £16,500 | £49,500 |
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 (8 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
Oundle School is one of Britain's leading co-educational boarding and day schools, situated in a market town about 90 kilometres north of London. Founded in 1556, it has established a reputation as one of the great science and engineering schools. With 1,160 total places including 840 boarding places, Oundle is the third largest independent boarding and day school in England.
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 / Year 7) | School entrance papers (past papers available on website) + interview | Not specified in content | By September of Year 6 (ideally register in Year 5) |
| 13+ (Third Form / Year 9) | School entrance papers (past papers available on website) + interview | Not specified in content | Ideally Year 5/6; late applicants accepted during Year 7 |
| 16+ (Sixth Form / Year 12) | Papers covering generic GCSE knowledge (past papers not available) + interview | Not specified in content | Before September of Year 11 |
| 12+ and 14+ (boarding places occasionally available) | Not specified in content | Not specified in content | Contact Admissions Office |
How to apply
- Contact Admissions Office for registration form
- Register your child (can express House preference but not required)
- Sit entrance assessments
- Attend interview
- Receive offer (conditional or unconditional)
- Secure place
What you'll need to submit
- Registration form (available from Admissions Office)
Open events
- Open Days
- Individual visits
Admissions contact: +44 (0)1832 277125 / [email protected]
Specific assessment dates and full open events calendar not provided. Limited detail on submission requirements beyond registration form. No scholarships mentioned.
Why Families Choose
Science and engineering excellence, strong academic record with 62 pupils gaining Oxford and Cambridge places in the last three years, high musical participation with over half of pupils playing instruments, established sporting tradition
University Destinations
Fees & Financials
Converted from GBP using exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £51,465 – £58,380 annually.
Student Life
The house system is at the heart of life at Oundle. The school has 13 senior boarding houses – 8 for boys and 5 for girls.
Uniform required (not included in fees)
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent