Chandlings Prep, Oxford
Chandlings Prep is an independent school for pupils aged 2 to 11 in Oxford. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in May 2026.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Chandlings Prep in detail
Chandlings Prep in its own words
In its own words: "To provide a rich, balanced and challenging curriculum , in and outside of the classroom, combined with high-quality and inspiring teaching To create a warm, joyful family environment where every child feels safe, respected and celebrated as a unique individual To partner with the wider commu nity , enriching learning and strengthening our contribution to local life"
From the headteacher's welcome: "We believe every child carries a sparkle of possibility - a spark that, when nurtured, can grow into something extraordinary. Each day is a step further on a magical journey that will not only prepare pupils for the future but will also empower them to create it."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include swimming and gardening.
The school runs a breakfast club from 7:30am and after-school care, from £10 per session.
Coming up: an open day on Wednesday 9 December 2026, an open day on Friday 12 March 2027 and an open day on Friday 7 May 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in Oxfordshire
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)Clubs (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Chandlings Prep are Radley College (1.2 miles, selective); Emmanuel Christian School (2.1 miles); The Manor Preparatory School (2.4 miles); and St Helen and St Katharine (2.5 miles, selective).
Radley CollegeEmmanuel Christian SchoolThe Manor Preparatory SchoolSt Helen and St Katharine
Who goes there
In 2026, 62 pupils (23.6%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Radley Rail Station, about 1.9 miles away in a straight line.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 5 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Oxfordshire (52).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted.
Routine Inspection
6 May 2026
Educational Quality / Focused Compliance
20 June 2023
Regulatory Compliance
6 February 2019
Integrated
1 March 2016
At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 2 nearby schools
Keep up with Chandlings Prep
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in Oxfordshire is 5 (the median across 369 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
57%
Available places
263 pupils
460 places
197 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Oxford
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Oxford
Across Oxfordshire council
Places available
7,654
Applications
6,814
Got 1st preference
85.4%
Got preferred school
96.3%
All secondary applications across Oxfordshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
62
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
23.6%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
263
Total Pupils
155
Boys
108
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Chandlings Prep
When was Chandlings Prep last inspected?
Chandlings Prep is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in May 2026.
How many pupils go to Chandlings Prep?
Chandlings Prep has around 263 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Chandlings Prep?
Chandlings Prep is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near Chandlings Prep?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in Oxfordshire is 5 (the median across 369 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Chandlings Prep?
Chandlings Prep is at Bagley Wood Road, Boars Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 5ND.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)