CENTRAL 04 Oakham School “This is a clear-eyed, energetic, forwardthinking school.” The Good Schools Guide Oakham School provides the choices, opportunities and experiences for every pupil to follow their own individual educational journey. Whether this choice be Academic - 24 IGCSE/GCSEs on offer in addition to A Levels, IB Diploma and BTec in the Sixth Form - or within the huge sporting and activity programme. We fully recognise learning occurs both in and out of the classroom. Our holistic approach to education ensures pupils leave as effective and independent learners, well equipped with the skills and personal traits to thrive in an ever changing world. Our award winning Careers Department supports tutors and house staff with excellent guidance, 70% of students leave for Russell Group Universities. In addition to Academic achievement the school is known nationally for its sporting and musical achievements. Oakham has a strong reputation for providing excellent pastoral care, the school has a supportive, nurturing ethos. The House structure with small tutor groups ensures all pupils are encouraged to fully challenge themselves recognising the layers of available support. C O N TA C T I N F O R M AT I O N Oakham is a small, relatively affluent market town in the heart of England which helps to provide a safe environment for all students. The beautifully green campus is just a few minutes’ walk from Oakham’s town centre, whilst Oakham’s excellent road and rail links mean that London, Birmingham and Cambridge are all within easy reach. Students also benefit from the School’s location close to Rutland Water, in the heart of safe, rural England. To find out more visit www.oakham.rutland.sch.uk Head: Age Range: Contact: Website: Mr Henry Price MA (Oxon) 10–18 years (youngest boarder 10 years) Nigel Paddock, Registrar www.oakham.rutland.sch.uk Telephone: Fax: Email: Address: +44 (0) 1572 758758 +44 (0) 1572 758818 admissions@oakham.rutland.sch.uk Oakham School Chapel Close, Oakham Rutland LE15 6DT School Type: Co-educational boarding and day UK SCHOOLS DIRECTORY 2019/20 45