Oakham School is one of the UK’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools for pupils aged 11–18. With nearly 400 boarders from over 35 nationalities, Oakham offers a warm, inclusive community where pupils thrive academically and personally.
The school provides a broad and flexible curriculum, offering GCSEs/IGCSEs, A-levels, the IB Diploma, and BTECs. Its award-winning Futures Pathway Programme – awarded Independent School of the Year for Careers in 2025 – delivers expert guidance and a globally connected approach to learning, preparing pupils for top universities and future careers.
Set in the heart of Oakham, recently named one of the UK’s best places to live, the school’s safe, walkable campus includes 40 acres of sports pitches, six art and DT studios, a university-quality library, and a 200-seat theatre. Excellent transport links provide easy access to major airports.
Boarding at Oakham
Boarding at Oakham offers a rich and rewarding experience that nurtures independence, resilience, and personal development. Pupils are part of age-specific Houses, each led by a Housemaster or Housemistress and supported by Resident Tutors and Matrons, creating a close-knit, caring environment. These Houses foster mentoring, leadership, and enduring friendships, while the school’s inclusive ethos inspires pupils to lead with empathy and purpose.
Life in boarding is dynamic and varied, with over 125 weekly activities ranging from drama and music to DofE, CCF, and more than 30 sports. Weekends are filled with fixtures, trips, and social events, ensuring pupils are engaged and supported beyond the classroom.
Oakham’s outstanding pastoral care includes a 24/7 medical and wellbeing centre, ensuring every pupil’s needs are met throughout their time at school. The Barraclough Dining Hall, open daily for breakfast, lunch, and supper, serves as a central gathering place where pupils from different Houses and year groups connect, share experiences, and build lasting relationships.
This holistic approach to boarding life ensures that pupils not only thrive academically but also grow into confident, compassionate individuals ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities ahead.
| YEAR | FEE (including VAT charged at 20%) | EXTRAS INCLUDED IN FEES |
| Years 9-13 Full Boarding | £55,710 | n/a |
| Years 9-13 Weekly Boarding (6 nights) | £50,220 | n/a |
| Years 9-13 Day | £32,904 | n/a |
| Years 7 and 8 Full Boarding | £43,722 | n/a |
| Years 7 and 8 Flexible Boarding (2-6 nights) | £33,444 – £40,878 | n/a |
| Years 7 and 8 Day | £27,900 | n/a |
