Kitebrook Preparatory School
Moreton-in-Marsh, Oxfordshire, South East · GL56 0RP
A small independent prep school in Moreton-in-Marsh, Kitebrook educates children from ages 3 to 13, with boarding available alongside day places. Around 345 pupils are taught at a generous pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 12 to 1, giving the school an intimate feel. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated it good in its most recent inspection, and notably judged pupils' personal development to be excellent. One feature parents will notice immediately is the genuinely phone-free site: mobiles are not permitted for pupils, parents or staff, with boarders' phones kept in boarding during the day.
345
Pupils
good
ISI
£22,020
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 345
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 12
- Location
- Moreton-in-Marsh, Oxfordshire, South East
- Website
- https://kitebrook.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01608 674350
Headteacher
Interim Head Ms Christine Cook
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Teaching & academics
The ISI's good rating and a ratio of roughly 12 pupils per teacher point to attentive, small-group teaching across the prep years. Academic and drama scholarships are offered, suggesting the school looks to recognise and stretch particular talents. Around 14 percent of pupils receive SEN support, indicating an established framework for those who need additional help.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 14.29%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
Drama clearly holds a place of importance here, reflected in the dedicated drama scholarships available to pupils. As a boarding-and-day prep school, the full-day and residential rhythm allows for activity beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
No mobile phone site, including pupils, parents and staff. Boarders may have a phone on site and these are kept in boarding during the day. No phones on residential trips.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,330 - £22,020
Prep Schools Trust bursary programme starts in year 3
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 8 July 2024
The last word
A small, nurturing prep where personal development was rated excellent and screens are kept firmly out of the school day. Worth a look for families wanting a close-knit setting with day and boarding options up to age 13.
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Kitebrook Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Kitebrook Preparatory School located?
Kitebrook Preparatory School is located at Moreton-in-Marsh, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 0RP.
What type of school is Kitebrook Preparatory School?
Kitebrook Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Kitebrook Preparatory School?
Kitebrook Preparatory School has approximately 345 pupils on roll.
What is Kitebrook Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Kitebrook Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 8 July 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.