Welcome to Oxford House School
Welcome to Oxford House School, an esteemed private prep-school nestled in the heart of Colchester, Essex. This is a school full of life and learning, and where each pupil senses 'Joy in Achievement,' allowing them to realise their fullest potential.
We are incredibly proud of everything the children at Oxford House School achieve, and wish them all the very best for the future when they embark on their next schooling adventure.
The difficult decision has been made to close Oxford House School at the end of the summer term 2025. We are therefore no longer accepting enquiries. To enquire for a place at our sister school, Colchester Prep and High School, please click below:
Sarah began teaching at Oxford House School in 2005, progressed to Deputy Head in 2015 and took up the position of Headteacher at Oxford House School in September 2016. Sarah has a wealth of experience teaching in KS1 and KS2 achieving outstanding results.
“My staff and I wish for every pupil to discover Joy in Achievement."
- Mrs Sarah Leyshon, Headteacher
Our educational structure
We're proud to educate children aged 2.5 to 11 years. Our skilled teachers customise the curriculum, teaching methods, and school environment for our pupils. We also take pride in the great education we offer as pupils progress through these stages:
Nursery & Early Years (Ages 2.5 to 4.5 years, Year Groups Nursery to Reception): Children here learn the basics and slowly start studying subjects like math, reading, and technology.
Lower School (Ages 6 to 7 years, Year Groups 1 to 2): Our Lower School provides a more structured curriculum with various learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
Upper School (Ages 8 to 11 years, Year Groups 3 to 6): In Upper School, pupils prepare for high school and gain more responsibility for their education. Our success in helping pupils get into selective state and private schools is unmatched.
Exceptional results
Oxford House stands as the undisputed leader when it comes to 11+ examination results in Colchester, consistently delivering the best outcomes.
Our commitment to excellence and the exceptional performance of our pupils make us the top choice for families seeking outstanding educational achievements.
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Polly, a current pupil at Oxford House had the amazing opportunity to perform in The Nutcracker with the English National Ballet this Christmas season at the iconic London Coliseum. It was an unbelievable experience for Polly and the team to perform on such a grand stage.
The perseverance, training, and focus Polly showed were nothing short of incredible—and she did it all while preparing for the 11+ exam!
Polly, we are so proud of everything you’ve achieved and how far it’s brought you. #englishnationalballet #perserverance #proud #wearecognita
We know that sometimes, starting a new school can`t wait until September. This can be due to several reasons; families relocating, pupils who are more able and need to be academically stretched, or possibly even gaps in learning caused by the impact of the pandemic.
Whatever the reason for a mid-year start, we are here to help as much as we can, and we are very used to and experienced with welcoming children mid-year.
We are holding an Open Morning on Tuesday 14 January, for anyone looking at a mid-year start for their child. Visit our website to book your place today.
Welcome back!
It has been wonderful to welcome all of our children to the new academic year. We do hope all our pupils take advantage of the many opportunities offered and find "Joy in Achievement" in all that they do.
Good luck to all of our former pupils who are receiving their A-Level results today!
We know you will have worked so hard and we look forward to hearing about what Universities, career steps and adventures you are off to next!
Good luck Oxford House Alumni. 🌟
Oxford House School is proud to have a review score of 9.9 on daynurseries.co.uk!
We know and understand the importance of wanting the best start for your child. Our Nursery provides a wonderful place where your child can begin to make friends, experience new opportunities, and learn about a world beyond their home.
We offer a meticulously designed Early Years curriculum that draws inspiration from the enriching principles of Montessori education and is taught by our highly experienced, supportive, and caring teachers, who are dedicated to helping your child grow in confidence and independence.
For more information or to book a tour of our Nursery and school, please visit https://www.oxfordhouseschool.net/open-days-and-visits/
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Lower School really did pull out all the stops for their super-duper school production last week!
"A Dose of Donaldson Delights" gave each of our pupils, from Nursery to Form III, the opportunity to perform pieces and songs based on some of Julia Donaldson’s most well-known books 📕 🧙🐭.
Each one of our pupils put in a superstar performance, and we are so proud of all their hard work ⭐️
#oxfordhouseschool #prepschool #colchester #nursery #performingarts
🏆What an amazing day at Oxford House School for our Sports Day 2024 🏆
The heat didn`t put off our fantastic pupils who demonstrated extraordinary speed and agility, with five school records being broken!
⭐️Congratulations to all our pupils for demonstrating such positive team spirit, determination and stamina, despite the temperature🥵, and well done to the Nightingales and Chaffinches for winning joint 1st place🥇 💪⭐
#sportsday #oxfordhouseschool #colchester
🌟 Wow, wow, wow! 🌟
Congratulations to our superstar pupils in Forms IV, V, and VI for their fantastic performances in Oliver! on Saturday. From start to finish, the audience was captivated. It was wonderful to see our Form VI pupils leading the cast with such brilliant acting, singing, and dancing. What talented pupils we have!
At Oxford House, we are passionate about performing arts and the essential skills it helps our pupils develop, preparing them for their future. We couldn`t be more proud of these pupils, showing what hard work and dedication can achieve. 🎭✨
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We are proud to have the Millie’s Mark accreditation
Millie's Mark is awarded to childcare providers exceeding EYFS guidelines by having every Early Years staff member trained in paediatric first aid.
This ensures maximum child safety. This accolade requires 100% staff training and upholding first aid knowledge, offering parents peace of mind.
FACILITIES & LOCATION
A charming setting in the heart of Colchester
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Colchester, our charming Victorian mansion offers an exquisite setting for education. Located just a stone's throw away from the town centre, our pupils enjoy the privilege of learning within this distinctive and captivating historical building.
