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Challenge. Cherish. Inspire.

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Celebrating 120 Years of The Manor

At The Manor, every child is Known.

Known for who they are today, for the unique qualities they bring, and for the limitless potential they hold for the future. It is this commitment to truly knowing, valuing and celebrating every child as an individual that defines our school and underpins everything we do.

The Manor is a thriving co-educational independent day school near Oxford, welcoming boys and girls aged 2 to 11. Rooted in strong values and guided by our principles of Challenge, Cherish and Inspire, we believe education should be about far more than academic success alone. It should nurture the whole child, helping them grow with confidence, curiosity, character and purpose.

Set within a beautiful nine-acre site on the outskirts of historic Abingdon-on-Thames, our school combines the warmth and friendliness of a close-knit community with boundless opportunities for learning, discovery and adventure. Children are encouraged to take risks, embrace challenge and develop a lifelong love of learning in an environment where they feel safe, supported and inspired to be their very best.

Founded in 1907, we are proud of our heritage, but even more excited by our future as we enter into our 120th year. Ours is a forward-thinking school that embraces innovation while remaining steadfast in the values that have shaped generations of Manor children. Within our grounded, down-to-earth community, pupils benefit from all the advantages of an outstanding independent education, free from any sense of entitlement or elitism. Difference is embraced, diversity is celebrated, and every child has the confidence and space to flourish.

Supported by exceptional staff, engaged families and a shared commitment to helping every child succeed, The Manor is a place where childhood is cherished, ambitions are nurtured and memories are made. Most importantly, it is a place where children are truly known, and where that makes all the difference.

I regularly have to pinch myself to check that I really am part of such a wonderful community.”

Rachel Hamlyn, Head
Head’s Welcome

Why choose the Manor?

We challenge, cherish and inspire our children via a broad and exciting range of lessons, opportunities and extra-curricular activities which ensure that every day offers something new. Our exceptionally caring and dedicated teachers tailor each lesson to the needs of each child, nurturing potential and encouraging a love of learning which can be seen on the happy faces of the children and also felt as you move around the school.
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We welcome new children into all year groups across the school, where we have space, and offer a flexible and accommodating admissions process designed to make life as straight-forward as possible for busy families. So whether you are interested in our Pre-Nursery or Nursery (ages 2-4 years), a Reception start, or a move into our prep school in Oxfordshire for Years 3 to 6. Wherever your child joins, your Manor journey starts here.
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Enquire now to request a prospectus pack or to book a visit. We hold regular Open Events throughout the year and also offer Private Visit at any time.
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The Manor is a wonderful school that seems to have got the balance just right; I cannot fault it… positive, caring, encouraging staff, great facilities, a manageable, challenging, age-appropriate workload adapted to meet each pupil’s individual needs, a good balance of academics and extra curricular content that engages the children…

Manor Parent

Since joining The Manor a year ago, in Year 3, our son’s academic performance has improved significantly and, with this, his confidence and self belief. The school has been incredibly good at focussing on the needs of the individual. Staff are approachable and dedicated and the children welcoming and inclusive.

Manor Parent

Naturally we are delighted with our daughter’s academic and sporting progress but just as important has been the way in which the school has taught her the abiding values of kindness, consideration, good manners and generosity of spirit.

Manor Parent

The Manor has provided an amazing environment for our child, right from Pre-Nursery to Year 6. In this time we have grown close to the school – its staff and parents. From first being shown around The Manor at an Open Day over 10 years ago, we have not considered any other place … We will certainly miss The Manor when it is time to move on. Thank you to all of the staff who make it what it is.

Manor Parent

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A memorable learning experience for Year 4 as they discovered the vital work of Thames Valley Air Ambulance Critical Care Medics.

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A memorable learning experience for Year 4 as they discovered the vital work of Thames Valley Air Ambulance Critical Care Medics. #manorprep #tvairambulance

Following his inspiring visit to the school, award-winning author S. F. Said has written a brilliant blog reflecting on his time with us. Renowned for captivating young readers with books such as Varjak Paw and Tyger, S. F. gives a fascinating account of the visit and even explains how it all came about. We highly recommend taking a look!

Find the link to his blog via Linktree in the Bio.

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Following his inspiring visit to the school, award-winning author S. F. Said has written a brilliant blog reflecting on his time with us. Renowned for captivating young readers with books such as Varjak Paw and Tyger, S. F. gives a fascinating account of the visit and even explains how it all came about. We highly recommend taking a look! Find the link to his blog via Linktree in the Bio. #manorprep #author #authorvisit

Year 4 enjoyed a truly eye-opening and inspirational visit from two guest speakers from Thames Valley Air Ambulance, one of whom is a parent of a child in Year 4.

The children learnt about their important roles, the life-saving work they do, and the challenges they face every day.

The children also had the exciting opportunity to try on some of the uniform and practise CPR!

A huge thank you to our guest speakers for sharing their experiences and inspiring our pupils.

#manorprep #guestspeaker #learningisfun #airambulance

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Year 4 enjoyed a truly eye-opening and inspirational visit from two guest speakers from Thames Valley Air Ambulance, one of whom is a parent of a child in Year 4. The children learnt about their important roles, the life-saving work they do, and the challenges they face every day. The children also had the exciting opportunity to try on some of the uniform and practise CPR! A huge thank you to our guest speakers for sharing their experiences and inspiring our pupils. #manorprep #guestspeaker #learningisfun #airambulance

Children in Nursery are always such busy bees! 🐝

From watching caterpillars transform into butterflies to enjoying water and sand play, crafting, painting, and so much more, no two days are ever the same!

#manorprep #earlyyears #nursery #learningisfun #playtime

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Children in Nursery are always such busy bees! 🐝 From watching caterpillars transform into butterflies to enjoying water and sand play, crafting, painting, and so much more, no two days are ever the same! #manorprep #earlyyears #nursery #learningisfun #playtime

She always has something to say. We always make time to listen.

Known.
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#TheManorPrep #Known #120YearsOfKnowing

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She always has something to say. We always make time to listen. Known. manorprep.org/known #TheManorPrep #Known #120YearsOfKnowing

🏏Our Year 2 pupils enjoyed a friendly cricket fixture against Abingdon Prep School, giving them a taste of the exciting sports fixtures that await from Year 3 onwards.

There was plenty of teamwork, enthusiasm and fun on display as they truly rose to the crease!

#manorprep #cricket #sport #abingdon

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🏏Our Year 2 pupils enjoyed a friendly cricket fixture against Abingdon Prep School, giving them a taste of the exciting sports fixtures that await from Year 3 onwards. There was plenty of teamwork, enthusiasm and fun on display as they truly rose to the crease! #manorprep #cricket #sport #abingdon

Children participating in Robotics Club have been putting their creations through their paces, and the competition is really heating up as they battle to see whose robot can come out on top!

#manorprep #robotics #clubs #extracurricular

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Children participating in Robotics Club have been putting their creations through their paces, and the competition is really heating up as they battle to see whose robot can come out on top! #manorprep #robotics #clubs #extracurricular
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