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Winchester House School

Brackley, West Northamptonshire, East Midlands · NN13 7AZ

A small co-educational prep school in Brackley, Winchester House has been educating children since 1875 and today takes pupils from ages three to thirteen, including boarders. With around 338 on roll, it offers an intimate setting where children are likely to be well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of 'excellent' for both overall quality and personal development, and found the school fully compliant with regulatory standards. The school is led by Head Antonia Lee.

338

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£27,612

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 3-13
Pupils: 338
Location: Brackley, West Northamptonshire, East Midlands
Website: https://www.winchester-house.org/
Telephone: 01280 702483

Headteacher

Head Antonia Lee

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Teaching & academics

As a prep school, Winchester House prepares children for the transition to senior school at thirteen, and its 'excellent' ISI rating reflects strong standards throughout. Around 12 per cent of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting the school is equipped to help children who need additional help.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 12.43%
EHC plans: 0.3%

Ethos & heritage

Founded: 1875
Boarding: Yes

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £16,074 - £27,612
Boarding fees (per year): £34,617
Bursaries up to: 110% of fees

Means-tested bursaries available; five 110% bursaries available from year 7 across Stowe Group

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 25 March 2025

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The last word

A small, traditional prep with top ISI marks and a boarding option, well suited to families wanting close attention and a clear route towards senior school at thirteen.

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