Ashfold School
Dorton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, South East · HP18 9NG
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.
310
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£27,216
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 310
- Location
- Dorton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire, South East
- Website
- https://www.ashfoldschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01844 238237
Headteacher
Headmaster Mike Rickner
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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.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 27.17%
- EHC plans
- 0.38%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
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.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,236 - £27,216
No formal bursary support currently available; in the past, school has offered temporary assistance when needed
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 20 January 2026
The last word
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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Ashfold School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Ashfold School located?
Ashfold School is located at Dorton House, Dorton, Dorton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 9NG.
What type of school is Ashfold School?
Ashfold School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Ashfold School?
Ashfold School has approximately 310 pupils on roll.
What is Ashfold School's inspection rating?
Ashfold School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 20 January 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.