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Schools
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St Edward’s School, Oxford – Sixth Form
Muddy says: Looking for a place to park your 16-18 year old? 'Teddies' Sixth form has the city on its doorstep and a fantastic IB provision for outward looking teens.
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Moulsford School, Moulsford-on-Thames
Muddy says: A highly-regarded boy’s prep school in South Oxon in a stonkingly lovely setting on the Thames, with a strong reputation for sport.
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7 things to ask at school Open Days
Been to look around a school for your child and felt none-the-wiser about whether it will suit them? We've nobbled Rachel Dent, the head of top girl's school The Abbey, to help make Open Days work for you.
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The Manor School, Abingdon
Muddy says: A highly-regarded day school in Abingdon with fantastic IPI reports (excellent across the board) for boys 2-7 years, and girls 2-11 years old.
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Star Turn
Thinking of a career in celeb land? No need to head to London, see the recent alumni at Tring Park School of the Performing Arts!
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Tudor Hall, Banbury, North Oxon
Muddy says: Tudor Hall is a girl’s secondary boarding/ day school in North Oxon. A small, friendly school in a beautiful location, there's a welcome emphasis on 'joining in' and good manners.
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Summer Fields School, Oxford
Muddy says: A top prep day and boarding school in Oxford with small pupil numbers and whopper facilities, hidden away in 70 stunning acres leading to the Cherwell River.
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Beachborough School, North Bucks
Muddy says: Hard to find fault with this lovely co-ed prep school on the Bucks/Northants borders - a family vibe, pretty rural setting and great results.
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Rye St Antony School, Oxford
Muddy says: A non-selective day/boarding school for girls 3-18 and boys 3-11 years a mile from central Oxford with a reputation for friendliness and a non-hothousy environment.
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Rupert House School, Henley
Muddy says: A small, high-achieving prep school bang in the centre of beautiful Henley, with good off-site amenities.
