The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 75% capacity.
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 29.2 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Roman Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
29.2
14.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.25
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
23% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 337
- Capacity
- 75%
Governance
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- Head
- Mr Matthew Fogg (Head Master)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Woodcote, South Oxfordshire, RG8 0PJ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend The Oratory School?
The Oratory School currently has 337 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Oratory School take?
The Oratory School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18.
Where is The Oratory School?
The Oratory School is in RG8 0PJ, in the Oxfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Oratory School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Oratory School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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