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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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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-15.4%

Oakwood School's fees are 15.4% lower than the national average.

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 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges 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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Details

Founded:1912
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 50%/50% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 305 pupils
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Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
ABRSM
LAMDA
Scholarships:
Music
Academic
All-Rounder
Art
Choral
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: 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.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Cross Country Course
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Forest School
Theatre
Outdoor Classroom
Library
Allotment

Contact Information

Address

Oakwood Preparatory School, Funtington Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 9AN

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General Enquiries

01243 575209

Admissions

Not available

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:1105033
Registered Company No.:05055346