Board of Directors:
Mr S Tyrrell, Chair (Current Parent)
Mrs D Pluck (Former Pupil)
Mrs D Croft (Former Pupil)
Mr James Weedon
Mr A Nott
Key Staff:
Head: Mrs J Evans
Deputy Head Academic: Mrs A Stacey
Deputy Head Pastoral: Ms B Sherlock
Head of Wychwood Sixth: Mrs G Troth
Wychwood School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11-18 in the heart of Oxford. Wychwood aims for academic excellence through creativity of thought by providing education of the highest quality in a well-rounded and unique environment, enriching pupils’ education through creative approaches to learning and empowering them to face challenges with confidence.
Wychwood focuses on innovation, collaboration, creativity, and leadership to deliver added value to all its pupils, striving to inspire the great minds of tomorrow. Its approach through creative thinking runs across the entire Wychwood School curriculum and extra-curricular and is infused in everything the pupils do. The highly dedicated staff empower pupils to discover their passion and skills whilst providing first class education to enable them to find their natural space and place in the world. The entrepreneurial spirit is cultivated in every pupil as they are encouraged to question, innovate and create, paving the way for breakthrough ideas and game-changing solutions. Wychwood educates for life; for the real, modern, and contemporary life, whilst fostering a love for lifelong learning.
Curriculum. Pupils usually take on average 9.5 subjects at GCSE; most go on to work for A Levels and University entrance. The lower school curriculum includes: English, Mathematics, Religious Studies, History, Geography, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, French, Spanish, Computer Science, ICT, Textiles, Art, Drama, Photography, Music, PHSE and PE. In addition, pupils can also choose to study Business Studies, Economics, Film Studies, and Classical Civilisation for A Level. Wychwood has an elective extension program which allows pupils to have the opportunity to explore new and interesting material, as well as develop high order skills such as meta cognition and critical thinking. There is a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities after school and during the school day and additional super-curricular opportunities such as The Oxfordshire Chemistry Conference, UK Space Design competition and the annual Peace Conference to name but a few.
School Council. Day-to-day life is largely controlled by the School Council which meets weekly and consists of staff, senior pupils (elected by the school) and form representatives. This is a type of cooperative government teaches the pupils to deal with the problems of community life and gives everyone an understanding of and a voice in the rules necessary for the community of mutual respect which is fostered at Wychwood.
Sixth Form. Wychwood has a Sixth Form hub which contains individual and communal study spaces, social areas, and a kitchenette. Members of Wychwood Sixth take on roles of responsibility and play an active part in the life of the school. The choice of subjects at A Level is varied and the considerable individual help with university applications and careers is a key feature of Wychwood Sixth. There are regular outside speakers, pupils also attend a variety of lectures, conferences, exhibitions and take part in a wide variety of Wychwood events.
Entrance. Entrance assessments, interview, most recent school reports and a reference from the pupil's current school.
Scholarships. Scholarships are awarded for academic, creative arts, drama, music, sports and all-rounder. Dates and further details about all scholarship applications can be found on the website: www.wychwoodschool.org/admissions/scholarships/. Bursaries. There are bursary funds available for a limited number of pupils in particular financial need. Applicants should complete a means tested form and all applicants will be given due consideration by the Bursaries Committee; this will include a home visit.
Fees per term (2024-2025). Full Boarders UK: £14,701, Full Boarders (Overseas): £15,918, Weekly Boarders: £12,337, Day Pupils: £8,562. All fees stated are inclusive of applicable VAT.