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Our School
Windrush Valley School is set in The Cotswolds, which is one of the most ‘typically English’ and unspoiled regions of England. The unique region is the country’s largest officially designated ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ owing to the beautiful countryside with historic market towns, river valleys and sleepy limestone villages.
School Visits
Cherwell Education offers educators the opportunity to visit our school, Windrush Valley, in order to gain experience of U.K. school systems.
In addition, teachers can observe modern teaching methods and discuss the design of a thematic or project-based curriculum with our teachers.
Global Citizens
Our curriculum at Windrush goes above and beyond the national curriculum. The school aims to teach children to grow into positive, responsible and healthy people, who can work and co-operate with others. It does so through planned activities that promote learning and personal growth and development. The 'Our World' Programme gives students the opportunity to engage in a variety of exciting projects of real-world importance and community impact.
Our Achievements
The Sunday Times
Independent School Association
Independent School Association
In 2020, The Sunday Times newspaper ranked Windrush Valley 21st in the top 50 independent preparatory schools in England, and it has also earned the prestigious award of Best Prep School Oxfordshire.
Independent School Association
Independent School Association
Independent School Association
The Independent School Association presented the school with an Award for Excellence.
OFSTED
Test Results
Test Results
OFSTED, the Office for Standards in Education, identified Windrush Valley as 'Outstanding,' the highest rating that can be achieved.
Test Results
Test Results
Test Results
In the 2019 National Curriculum Assessment, also known as SATs, our students achieved more than 75% on the reading and maths papers, a massive 15% above the national average.
Our Curriculum
National Curriculum
WVS offers a varied syllabus, which exceeds the requirements of the U.K. National Curriculum. Our school curriculum includes English Literacy and Language, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Modern Foreign Languages, Human & Social Studies, Sports, Art and Music.
S.T.E.A.M.
Windrush uses an enhances STEAM curriculum: this includes various short- and long-term projects for all pupils from years 1-6. S.T.E.A.M. theory is integrated throughout the curriculum with hands on practical activities built into daily assignments, across all year groups.
Competitive Sports
An extensive and competitive sports programme enables children to compete at the highest levels; in inter-school, regional and national events, including cross-country, athletics and swimming.
Extra-curricular Activities
The Extended Day Programme allows children to enjoy a wide range of additional activities; for example, cooking, first aid, horse whispering and cycling proficiency. All children regularly play in the school band, perform in musicals on stage, compete in public speaking competitions and sing in the choir.