Christ Church Cathedral School
Oxford, Oxfordshire · OX1 1QW
Pupils
134
Day fees
£23k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Christ Church Cathedral School is an Oxford-based independent prep school with a distinctive musical heritage, offering day and boarding places from age 3 to 13. The school maintains close ties to Christ Church Cathedral and benefits from its location in the historic university city. Boys are educated throughout; girls join at nursery and pre-prep only. Strong emphasis on music, pastoral care, and preparation for leading independent schools.
- →Cathedral choristership opportunities and exceptional music provision with direct links to Christ Church, Worcester College, and Pembroke College choirs
- →Established boarding facilities and day options in central Oxford, convenient for university-connected families
- →Small, intimate scale (134 pupils) with strong pastoral oversight and woodland outdoor education
Who thrives here
Pupils with musical inclination or those seeking a nurturing, music-rich prep environment; families valuing Oxford location and Cathedral connections; boarders seeking close pastoral care in a smaller community.
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Contact & visit
3 Brewer Street
Oxford, Oxfordshire
OX1 1QW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Christ Church Cathedral School?
Day fees at Christ Church Cathedral School are approximately £22,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Christ Church Cathedral School?
Christ Church Cathedral School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Christ Church Cathedral School a boarding school?
Christ Church Cathedral School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Outstanding music provision and Cathedral connections
✓Small, nurturing community with strong pastoral care
✓Woodland outdoor education and creative curriculum approach
✓Flexible day and boarding options in central Oxford location
Common concerns
!Limited facilities or scale compared to larger independent preps; girls education restricted to early years
!Lack of Ofsted inspection history may concern some parents evaluating track record