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Welcome to our school

Our beautiful Georgian Manor House sits in the centre of a nine acre site on the outskirts of historic Abingdon-on-Thames, within easy reach of the outstanding transport links offered by Oxford and Didcot.

We are a truly independent co-educational day school that welcomes boys and girls aged 2-11; challenging, cherishing and inspiring every child, in a wonderfully down-to-earth community, to give them the best possible start. Here at The Manor we focus on offering boundless opportunities in a warm, friendly and safe setting so that our children are excited by their learning and inspired to excel.

Founded in 1907, the school has a long history but, far more important than that, we have a forward-thinking philosophy with the bright futures of our pupils at the heart of everything we do.

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

Rachel Hamlyn, Head
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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 available, 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 change of setting into Year 1, Year 2 or Prep (Years 3-6), your Manor journey starts here.
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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.

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This World Kindness Day, Manor Ted has been asking our pupils a big question:

What does kindness mean to you?

#worldkindnessday #antibullyingweek #kind

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This World Kindness Day, Manor Ted has been asking our pupils a big question: What does kindness mean to you? #worldkindnessday #antibullyingweek #kind

Today, we observed a minute’s silence to honour the fallen this Remembrance Day. The moment of reflection was beautifully opened and concluded by an Abingdon School Year 10 student, playing The Last Post.

#remembranceday #thelastpost #lestweforget

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Today, we observed a minute’s silence to honour the fallen this Remembrance Day. The moment of reflection was beautifully opened and concluded by an Abingdon School Year 10 student, playing The Last Post. #remembranceday #thelastpost #lestweforget

It’s the first day of Anti-Bullying Week and the children are donning their craziest socks for Odd Socks Day, in support of the campaign!

#oddsocksday #antibullyingweek

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It’s the first day of Anti-Bullying Week and the children are donning their craziest socks for Odd Socks Day, in support of the campaign! #oddsocksday #antibullyingweek

This year’s Poppy Appeal stall is doing very well thanks to our amazing Year 6 children!

All donations go to the wonderful Royal British Legion in support of their amazing work.

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This year’s Poppy Appeal stall is doing very well thanks to our amazing Year 6 children! All donations go to the wonderful Royal British Legion in support of their amazing work.

🌼Who said old wellies don’t make great flower pots?

Certainly not children in Gardening Club! 🌸

#gardening #greenfingered #bulbs #flowers #growing

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🌼Who said old wellies don’t make great flower pots? Certainly not children in Gardening Club! 🌸 #gardening #greenfingered #bulbs #flowers #growing
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