Headington Rye Oxford
Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East · OX3 7TD
An independent girls' school founded in 1915, Headington Rye Oxford educates around 848 pupils aged 11 to 18 in the heart of Oxford, with boarding available alongside day places. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both education and personal development, and its compliance requirements were met. A generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 8 to 1 points to small classes and close attention. With a strong sixth form of 219 students, it suits families looking for an academic, all-through environment that carries girls through to university.
848
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£29,628
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-18
- Pupils
- 848
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 8
- Location
- Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East
- Website
- www.headington.org
- Telephone
- 01865 759100
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Headmistress Mrs Caroline Jordan
Latest results
Attainment 8
32.6
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
38%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
76%
A-level A*-A
57%
A-level A*-B
83%
Teaching & academics
At A-level, 57% of entries reach A*-A and 83% reach A*-B, and 76% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range, signalling high achievement at the top end. Headline measures sit below national averages, with an Attainment 8 of 32.6 against 46.9 nationally and 38% gaining grade 5+ in English and Maths against 47%, so prospective families may wish to discuss this picture directly with the school. The curriculum is broad, spanning GCSE, A-level, BTEC and the EPQ, with sciences, mathematics, languages and humanities all well represented. Four modern languages, including Chinese, are offered.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 219
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 14.43%
- EHC plans
- 0.09%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Hockey and rowing are the principal sports, the latter making good use of Oxford's setting. Scholarships across academics, art, dance, drama, music and sport reflect the breadth of opportunity on offer beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1915
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £22,266 - £29,628
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £36,036 - £59,166
Means-tested bursaries and hardship funding available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 17 January 2023
The last word
A long-established Oxford girls' school with inspectors' top marks for personal development and small classes throughout. Means-tested bursaries help widen access to day and boarding places.
The Passmate verdict
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Headington Rye Oxford 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Headington Rye Oxford located?
Headington Rye Oxford is located at Headington Road, Oxford, OX3 7TD.
What type of school is Headington Rye Oxford?
Headington Rye Oxford is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Headington Rye Oxford?
Headington Rye Oxford has approximately 848 pupils on roll.
What is Headington Rye Oxford's inspection rating?
Headington Rye Oxford is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 17 January 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.