Oakwood School

Co-ed

Church of England

Pre-Nursery - Year 6 (Ages 2-11)

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Oakwood School is a co-educational independent preparatory day school for pupils aged 2 to 11, located near Chichester, West Sussex. Established in 1912, the school is set within over 100 acres of parkland and woodland between the South Downs and the coast. The central building is Oakwood House, a Grade II listed Georgian country house dating from 1811. The school's ethos focuses on developing happy, confident, and well-rounded individuals. Its broad curriculum emphasises outdoor learning and the performing arts, supported by extensive facilities including a woodland classroom and an on-site swimming pool.

Selectivity:

Non-selective

Boarding:

Day Only

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Admission & Fees

Fees Vs. National Average

-15.2%

Oakwood School's fees are 15.2% lower than the national average.

Fees Vs. County Average

-2.6%

Oakwood School's fees are 2.6% lower than the county average.

Based on 23 schools in West Sussex and 264 nationally.

Note: Fee comparisons are based on core termly day fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Gender:Co-educational

Selectivity:Non-selective

Scholarships:

Music

Academic

All-Rounder

Art

Choral

Drama

Sport

Bursaries:Yes

The school provides means-tested financial aid to both new applicants and existing families who demonstrate a genuine need for support due to limited resources or changed circumstances.