Sibford School
Banbury, Oxfordshire · OX15 5QL
Sibford School is a Quaker-founded (1842) co-educational day and boarding school set in rural Oxfordshire, educating pupils from Early Years through Sixth Form. The school's identity is rooted in Quaker values—endeavour, respect, community and kindness—with a deliberate emphasis on pastoral care, emotional wellbeing, and a broad, individualised curriculum rather than pure academic pressure. Boarding is available from Year 7 onwards in a family-style house environment, and the school actively promotes creativity, outdoor learning, and service alongside traditional academics.
- →Strong Quaker pastoral ethos with genuine focus on emotional wellbeing and individual development
- →All-through provision (Early Years to Sixth Form) allows continuity and reduces transition anxiety
- →Accessible, inclusive boarding culture with flexible options (full, weekly, flexi) suited to modern families
- →Broad, well-rounded curriculum that values arts, outdoor education, and service alongside academics
Who thrives here
Pupils who respond well to values-driven education, need a calm and nurturing environment to flourish academically, and whose families value breadth of experience (arts, sport, outdoor learning) over relentless academic hothouse culture. Boarding-curious families seeking a genuine community feel.
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Sibford Ferris
Banbury, Oxfordshire
OX15 5QL
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Sibford School?
Day fees at Sibford School are approximately £23,307 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Sibford School?
Sibford School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Sibford School's exam results?
At Sibford School, 5.6% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 18.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Sibford School a boarding school?
Sibford School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Sibford School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Sibford School “Excellent” (2021).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Genuine pastoral care and emotional support—not merely lip service
✓Calm, reflective environment that reduces anxiety and allows pupils to thrive
✓Strong sense of community and belonging, especially for boarders
✓Broad curriculum that values creativity, service, and outdoor learning alongside academics
✓Quaker values pervade daily life authentically; pupils develop resilience and compassion
✓All-through provision is convenient and reduces transition stress
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted—lacks independent validation of quality
!Rural location may feel remote for some families and limits evening/weekend activities
!Limited published data on Sixth Form destinations and academic outcomes
!Smaller pupil cohort (429) means fewer specialists and narrower peer group compared to larger independents