Cothill - Independent Prep School in Oxfordshire
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Cothill is a co-educational boarding and day prep school for 160 girls & boys aged 7-13, set in 26 acres of beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. A deliberately small school where every child is truly known. Here, children are given the breadth of opportunity to discover what they love, and the confidence and character to carry it with them, long after they leave us at 13.

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Meet the Head

As Head of Cothill, I believe education is about far more than academic success. Our role is to nurture confident, kind and resilient young people who are ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges of the future.

Cothill is a home away from home where every child is known and thoroughly encouraged to discover their strengths and passions. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, on stage or in the boarding houses, we create an environment where children can thrive, develop independence and enjoy the adventure of learning.

I look forward to welcoming you to Cothill and sharing what makes our small school so special

A Cothill Childhood, Your Way

Day

Join us as a day pupil and enjoy a full Cothill experience and return home each evening.

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Flexi

The best of both worlds – part-time boarding combined with day-school convenience, tailored to your family’s needs.

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Boarding

Board at Cothill and become part of our close-knit family, with 24/7 pastoral care, enriching experiences and lifelong friendships.

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“It’s Already Perfect…..You Can’t Go Wrong At Cothill” – Tatler Schools Guide

“A character-first ethos ….where traditional values and a down-to-earth approach combine strong academic outcomes with outstanding pastoral care” – Talk Education

“Familial, quirky and unashamedly traditional. Confident and well-adjusted pupils work hard, play hard and jump at the many, varied opportunities on offer” – Good Schools Guide

“From our very first visit, we felt that Cothill was much more than a school—it felt like a warm, caring community and a place where children are truly known and valued” – Current Parent

““Cothill gave me some of the best years of my life – a school full of friendship, adventure, and discovery” – Old Cothillian

Latest News from Cothill

Jane Woodcock Nominated for a Tatler Lifetime Achievement Award

Cothill named finalist at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards

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Jane Woodcock Nominated for a Tatler Lifetime Achievement Award Cothill named finalist at the Independent Schools of the Year Awards
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