Brooke Priory School
Oakham, Rutland · LE15 6QW
Brooke Priory is a small, welcoming prep school in Oakham, Rutland, serving 134 pupils from age 3 to 11 on a day-only basis. The school emphasises a values-driven approach centred on discipline, courtesy, and holistic development, with notable investment in enrichment activities, outdoor learning ('Welly Days'), and arts provision. Its intimate size and location in the East Midlands market town suggest a community-focused institution with strong pastoral care and accessibility to families across the region.
- →Small class sizes and personalised attention in a day prep setting
- →Emphasis on character values (discipline, courtesy) alongside academics
- →Broad enrichment programme including sport, music, drama, and outdoor learning
- →Accessible location in Oakham with flexible entry points (ages 3, 4, 7, 8, 11)
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing, values-based prep education with strong pastoral care and a broad curriculum. Well-suited to children who thrive in smaller communities and benefit from outdoor learning and creative enrichment.
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Oakham, Rutland
LE15 6QW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Brooke Priory School?
Day fees at Brooke Priory School are approximately £15,966 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Brooke Priory School?
Brooke Priory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Brooke Priory School a boarding school?
Brooke Priory School is a day school in Oakham and does not offer boarding.
What is Brooke Priory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Brooke Priory School “Excellent” (2017).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Welcoming, courteous community and warm pastoral care
✓Broad, enriching curriculum with strong emphasis on creative and outdoor learning
✓Small school feel with personalised attention to individual pupils
✓Well-structured weekly enrichment including music, drama, sport, and Welly Days
Common concerns
!School not yet Ofsted inspected; limited independent validation of educational standards
!Limited public information on academic outcomes, scholarship provision, or SEND support
!Small pupil cohort (134) may limit breadth of facilities and extracurricular specialisms