The Oratory School, Catholic boarding school in Woodcote, England
The Oratory School is a Catholic boarding institution in Woodcote that extends across wide grounds with teaching buildings, sports facilities, and dormitories for students aged 11 to 18. The campus combines learning spaces with recreation areas and offers both day and boarding options in a rural setting.
John Henry Newman founded the institution in 1859 in Edgbaston before it moved to Caversham Park. In 1942, the establishment found its permanent home in Woodcote, where it has remained ever since.
The students take part in Latin language studies and perform annual plays in Latin. This practice connects the young people with an educational exercise that has existed for more than 160 years and shapes daily school life.
The institution maintains a student-to-teacher ratio that enables personal attention. Families can choose between day or boarding arrangements depending on their needs and living situations.
The campus houses one of only four real tennis courts found in British schools. This court hosts national and international championships that keep this old sport alive.
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