Moving to Oxford

Prep School Near Oxford

Oxford is world renowned for its educational establishments. Studying in Oxford offers a context that is both inspiring and historical. Choosing a new school often goes hand in hand with relocation to a new area and Oxford is becoming a popular location for parents wanting a move to the country whilst remaining near a city.

With excellent transport links, both national and international, and a wide range of top senior schools nearby, the beautiful Thames Valley countryside around Moulsford is very appealing to families looking to move schools and relocate from London and elsewhere.

Moulsford is an Independent School near Oxford, for boys aged 3 to 13, and with a Pre-Prep School for boys and girls aged 3-7. It is predominantly a day school which also offers flexi and weekly boarding, and is a great choice for parents looking for a smooth transition into the next stage of their child’s education.

Geographically we are well placed for some of the top senior schools in the UK, and our boys go on to a wide variety of both boarding and day schools including Oxfordshire schools Abingdon, Radley College, Magdalen College School and St Edward's Oxford.

Moulsford and the surrounding areas are well placed for transport links to day schools in Oxford, Abingdon and Reading. We will try to make the procedure for moving schools mid-term as stress free as possible for your family.

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More About Moulsford Boarding School Near Oxford

Our small and friendly boarding house is in the heart of the school, and offers flexi and weekly boarding to boys in Year 5 and above, from Monday to Friday (4 nights per week).

We try to be as flexible as possible so that you can tailor boarding to suit your own family needs. Normally, boys commit to two consecutive nights or the full four nights per week.

Why Choose Our Prep School Near Oxford?

Oxford is world-renowned for its educational establishments and Moulsford is pleased to be an Oxfordshire Prep School.

Top Oxford senior schools located nearby
Outstanding extra-curricular programme using the unique geography of being near Oxford and on the Thames
Competitive sport for all playing matches against other Oxford Prep Schools
Day, flexi & weekly boarding options for pupils in and around Oxford
1 hour from central London

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About Oxford and Its Surrounding Towns

The world-famous City of Dreaming Spires, Oxford is a picture-perfect historical city on the Thames, in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, famous for its stunning architecture and university buildings.

Towns worth a visit include:

Transportation Links in Oxford

Oxford is well situated with excellent transport links to London and beyond. It has two mainline train stations – Oxford Parkway and Oxford – as well as London Oxford Airport situated in nearby Kidlington.

Oxford is also home to five Park & Ride bus stations and both the A34 and M40 run through Oxford making it an ideal central location for travel across the UK.

Moulsford is close to Cholsey train station which is on the main Reading to Oxford line, and both Didcot Parkway and Reading mainline stations are also within easy reach.

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Things to do in Oxford

Oxford is a vibrant city full of culture and events. There are a number of museums in the city including the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Pitt Rivers, Oxford Castle, the Story Museum and the Ashmolean.

Big named performers and shows frequently play at The New Theatre and the Oxford Playhouse and there is a vibrant nightlife.

The new Westgate Centre in Oxford opened in 2017 and has around 100 shops including a John Lewis department store and various high street retailers. The top floor is home to a number of quality bars and restaurants as well as a Curzon cinema. The Covered Market is home to retro and unusual shops as well as some fantastic fresh food stands.

Relocation to Oxford: What to Expect

Over the last few years we have seen an increase in parents choosing Moulsford independent school near Oxford after relocating from London. The idyllic Oxfordshire countryside is a natural draw for parents looking for a different pace of life, but still within commutable distance of the City.

Moving to Oxford: Helpful Links/Resources

We have close connections with a number of local estate agents and property search agents and our Registrar can work flexibly with you to ensure that your son is settled into our private school near Oxford within time scales that fit around your move. We aim to make the transition seamless even if you wish to move schools mid year.