Cranford School
Wallingford, Oxfordshire, South East · OX10 9HT
Spanning the full age range from 2 to 18, Cranford School offers a continuous independent education on a single site in Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Founded in 1931 and now home to around 537 pupils, it holds a Church of England character and was judged "excellent" by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development and full marks for compliance. With a small sixth form of 43 students, it has the feel of a medium-sized school where individual progress can be closely followed. Led by Dr James Raymond, it suits families seeking a nurturing, all-through day school.
537
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£26,161
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-18
- Pupils
- 537
- Location
- Wallingford, Oxfordshire, South East
- Website
- www.cranfordschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01491 651218
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Dr James Raymond
Latest results
Attainment 8
18.7
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
55%
A-level A*-A
31%
A-level A*-B
68%
Teaching & academics
At GCSE, 55% of grades fall in the 9-7 range, and the curriculum spans the sciences, humanities, modern languages and creative subjects, with Geography among the most popular choices. In the sixth form, Psychology and Geography draw strong interest, and 31% of A-level entries reach A*-A with 68% at A*-B; the EPQ is also offered for those wanting to stretch beyond the syllabus. Around 15% of pupils receive SEN support, pointing to a school used to providing individual attention.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 43
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 15.32%
- EHC plans
- 0.16%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with netball, football, hockey, cricket and tennis all on offer. Music and Drama are recognised through dedicated scholarships, signalling genuine investment in performance and the arts.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1931
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £14,232 - £26,161
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 3 December 2025
The last word
An all-through Church of England day school where personal development is rated as highly as academics. Best suited to families wanting a settled, supportive environment from the early years through to the sixth form.
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Cranford School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Cranford School located?
Cranford School is located at Moulsford, Wallingford, OX10 9HT.
What type of school is Cranford School?
Cranford School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Cranford School?
Cranford School has approximately 537 pupils on roll.
What is Cranford School's inspection rating?
Cranford School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 3 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.