Cokethorpe School

• Students age: from 11 to 18 years old,
• Location: West Oxfordshire, UK,
• Founded: 1957,
• Type of institution: private school,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type: combined.

Located on 150 acres of magnificent West Oxfordshire parkland, an independent co-educational day school that combines preparatory and high schools on one site, is located on the edge of the famous serene Cotswolds and a stone's throw from the capital Oxford.

The educational process at Cokethorpe School is organized in trimesters, starting in September and ending in June. Lessons are held from Monday to Friday.

The institution consists of several faculties, including a junior school (Pre-Preparatory School) for kindergarten and primary classes, a high school (Senior School) for students 11-16 years old and a boarding school (Sixth Form) for high school students 16-18 years old. Each faculty has its own unique programs and approaches to education, corresponding to age characteristics.

The institution is famous for its emphasis on academic education and scientific research. The school offers a wide range of subjects, including science, mathematics, humanities, art, and design, and actively supports science projects, competitions, and olympiads. Many students demonstrate high scientific achievements and receive awards at the regional and national levels.

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Cokethorpe School offers a variety of accommodation options for students, including indoor (boarding, residence) and external (host families) accommodation. Internal accommodation is provided in on-campus school residences, where students live in comfortable conditions, accompanied by experienced teachers and staff. External residency involves families or carers in local areas with the possibility of daily school attendance.

Like many independent schools, the extracurricular program at Cokethorpe is designed to complement the academic program.  A wide range of clubs, societies and activities offered to students (35 in the preparatory school and more than 160 in the high school) are available as part of the weekly schedule or during the extended lunch break.

All sports activities are conducted by a team of experienced qualified coaches who specialize in developing the talents, skills and hobbies of young players.  Children focus on developing basic skills, using gymnastics for balance, movement and strength, ball games for coordination, strategy and teamwork. All of their new skills are put to the test at fun mini-Olympics in the summer semester.

Starting from the 3rd grade, boys and girls are educated separately, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the afternoon there are specialized trainings for the Games. These activities cover the main sports: rugby, football, netball, cricket, hockey, lapta, athletics, tennis and cross-country running. Students are advised to stay for additional classes from 16:00 to 16:50 on Tuesdays.

• The institution has high ratings in the UK and is recognized as one of the leading private schools in the region.
• The Cokethorpe School offers a rich and varied curriculum, including different subjects - humanities, natural sciences, artificial and sports. Students can also choose from a variety of extracurricular and extracurricular activities, including research projects, sports competitions, musical and theater performances, and other activities.
• The educational institution is located on a spacious and beautiful campus with modern classrooms, sports facilities, art studios, a library and other infrastructure facilities that contribute to the versatile development of students.
• Cokethorpe School attaches great importance to an individual approach to students and the creation of a friendly and supportive atmosphere.
• Cokethorpe School has a rich history – founded in 1957 and is located on a beautiful historic estate of more than 150 acres.
• Cokethorpe School focuses on the development of leadership skills, organizing various programs and events - the School of Leadership and other initiatives that help students become effective leaders.
• The school also offers a variety of additional courses and programs - international exams, university preparation courses, language programs and others to develop a versatile approach to learning and satisfy the various interests of students.

The institution has a modern infrastructure and advanced educational technologies, has well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, libraries, modern sports grounds and facilities for the development of students' creative skills.

There are additional costs at Cokethorpe School: some extracurricular activities, specialized courses, excursions, and other additional opportunities.

Trimester dates at Cokethorpe School:

• Autumn: from September to December,
• Winter: from January to March,
• Spring: from April to June.

The admission process at Cokethorpe School includes filling out an application, taking tests in academic subjects, as well as passing an interview. Admission is competitive, and requirements may vary by faculty and age group.

Cokethorpe School's admission statistics may vary by year and faculty. Usually, the school has a competitive average percentage score and has an international community of students from various countries. In 2021, for example, about 150 students enrolled in the Sixth Form, the average score on academic tests was 85%, and the success rate was about 30%.

Students who graduate from Cokethorpe School have good prospects for continuing higher education at universities in the UK and abroad. The school provides professional support in choosing a profession, organizing internships and preparing for admission to universities. Many graduates of the Cokethorpe School successfully continue their education at leading universities, receive high-paying professions and achieve success in various fields.

For admission to the Cokethorpe School, students are competitively selected based on their academic performance, personal qualities and interests. The school accepts students from 11 to 18 years old. Admission requirements may vary depending on the student's level of education and program.

Scholarships and awards are available for students in First Grade (Senior, 11+), Third Grade (13+), and Junior Sixth Form (16+):

• Academic Scholarships
• Sixth Form Leadership Grants. Successful recipients of this prestigious grant receive a contribution of £750 to pay for the first year of study and another £250 to support an event organized for the benefit of the school community. Grantees can pool budgets to support the joint venture.

Five grants are awarded each year.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision