Oakham School

Oakham, Rutland

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1584

Founded

11 - 18

Age range

Co-ed

School type

£14,574 - £18,570

Boarding / term

In short

Oakham School is a co-ed boarding and day school in Oakham, Rutland, educating pupils aged 11 - 18 and founded in 1584. Boarding fees are £14,574 - £18,570 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.

Type: Co-ed boarding & day
Boarders from: 11 - 18
Ethos: Church of England
Guardian required: Yes

Known for Choral & Cathedral

About

About Oakham

The story, ethos and character of Oakham.

Setting: Town
Ethos: Church of England
Head: Mr Henry Price

Oakham is one of the UK's leading fully co-educational boarding and day schools for 11 to 18 year olds offering GCSEs/IGCSEs at the end of Year 11, and A-levels, IB and BTECs in the Sixth Form. Oakham School offers a superb, well-rounded education within a warm, globally minded community.

With a strong boarding tradition for both UK and international students and excellent pastoral care, pupils grow in confidence, develop strong relationships, and thrive academically and personally. Set in the centre of Oakham - named one of the UK's best places to live in 2025 - in the heart of England, the school provides a safe, walkable environment just minutes from the historic town centre.

The beautiful, easy-to-navigate campus features boarding and day houses around shared central facilities, including 40 acres of sports pitches, six art and DT studios, a university-quality library, and a 200-seat theatre.

What the school is known for? Both IB and A Levels offered in the Upper School alongside BTECs. Sport - Olympic and senior international-level alumni Award-winning careers and progression department Music Drama Art Design & Technology Dof E - Bronze, Silver and Gold Combined Cadet Force Unique location in an historic market town, to Rutland Water School history Oakham School is a vibrant, inclusive community - equally balanced between girls and boys, boarders and day pupils.

This dynamic mix reflects centuries of evolution, rooted in tradition yet driven by innovation. Founded in 1584 by Archdeacon Robert Johnson, Oakham School began as a of classical learning for local boys, with the Schoolmaster teaching Greek, Latin, and Hebrew.