Ashfold School
School summary
Ashfold School takes children from their earliest years right through to age 13, occupying a niche as a small prep school in Dorton, Buckinghamshire, with around 310 pupils. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest rating of "excellent", recognising the same standard in pupils' personal development. A Christian school with a boarding option, it offers a settled, family-scale environment under Headmaster Mike Rickner. Notably, just over a quarter of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a culture geared towards individual attention.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 20 January 2026
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged Ashfold "excellent", a top grade that reflects both teaching quality and pupil development. With a high proportion of pupils on SEN support, the school appears well practised at adapting to a range of learning needs. As a prep school finishing at 13, its focus is on preparing children for the next stage of their education.
Headmaster · Mike Rickner
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships are available across academic work, art, drama, sport and design and technology, pointing to a broad curriculum beyond the classroom. The range signals genuine investment in creative and sporting life as well as academic achievement.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 27.17%
- EHC plans
- 0.38%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,236 - £27,216
No formal bursary support currently available; in the past, school has offered temporary assistance when needed
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A small, well-regarded Christian prep school for families wanting individual attention through to age 13. Day fees range from £16,236 to £27,216, and prospective parents should note there is no formal bursary scheme at present.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.