Cokethorpe School
School summary
An all-through independent school in Witney taking pupils from age four to eighteen, Cokethorpe combines a notably generous staffing model with strong results. Its pupil-to-teacher ratio of around six is exceptionally low, suggesting close attention to individuals across the year groups. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both education and personal development, though it should be noted that the compliance standards were recorded as not met at inspection. With 585 pupils, including 109 in the sixth form, it sits in the medium-size band and serves families seeking a small-school feel with a broad academic offer.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
48%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
44%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
69%
National average 55%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 9 February 2026
Teaching & academics
Academic outcomes are well above national averages: 48% of GCSE entries reached grades 9-7 against a national figure of 23%, and at A-level 44% achieved A*-A compared with 28% nationally. The curriculum spans GCSE, A-level, BTEC and the EPQ, giving pupils both traditional and vocational routes. Sixth-form choices lean towards economics, mathematics and the sciences alongside subjects such as government and politics, psychology and business studies. Around 18% of pupils receive SEN support, and the low staffing ratio is likely to help here.
GCSE subjects
Head · Dr Sarah Squire
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 109
A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Sport is a clear strength, with rugby, football, netball, hockey, tennis, cricket and rowing all on offer. Creative subjects feature prominently in the curriculum too, with drama, fine art, textiles and design and technology among the popular GCSE choices.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- CofE/RC
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 17.73%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
First form to fourth form pupils hand their phones in during morning registration. Phones are collected at the end of the day. Fifth and sixth formers may only use their phones in lessons, if directed to by their teacher, for educational purposes. They must not use their phones at other times. Prep school pupils may bring phones to school if they travel on a school bus, but they must deposit them in the morning and collect them at the end of the day. Concessions are in place for children with medical conditions whose access to their mobile phone is a necessity.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £18,123 - £28,698
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.