Our Year 6 children are continuing to deliver amazing results as they sit their Senior School entrance assessments. So far, the group has amassed 22 scholarship and award offers and we are still awaiting results from a number of schools. Every child has worked incredibly hard and we have been really impressed by how well…
Forest School at The Manor is not only great fun, it fosters a love of nature and encourages children to explore their surroundings. It develops key life skills such as problem-solving, resilience, and teamwork through engaging outdoor activities. Children learn about the natural world, respect for the environment, and the importance of sustainability. Forest School…
We are pleased to see everyone settling back into the school routine; there have certainly been plenty of big smiles underneath cosy bobble hats for us to spot in the wintry sunshine in the playgrounds at break times. The new addition of blankets for outdoor break time has provided extra cosiness during the chilly weather…
At the end of last term, Years 1 and 2 started our festive celebrations by taking a global look at “Christmas Around the World” during their Christmas performance. Pre-Nursery and Nursery followed with their lovely Nativity, and Reception performed a “Snowflake’s Wish,” all of which we thoroughly enjoyed watching! Our annual Carol Service finished the…
Last term, Year 5 had two amazing Science trips to SHSK thanks to Mrs Partridge (Head of Chemistry). She organised a wonderful session to enhance our ‘Materials and their Properties’ topic. We took part in six activities, which included: building molecular models, testing syringes of solid, liquid and gas, subliming iodine, measuring volume with ethanol…
Last term, Year 4 enjoyed a fun-filled Egyptian morning last Friday, dressed as mummies, pharaohs and explorers! The morning warmed up with some creative dancing as they ‘Danced like an Egyptian’. Children then became Egyptologist’s and searched for King Tut’s tomb. Finally they mummified oranges and baked ancient Egyptian Fig Rolls.
We are thrilled to announce that The Manor is a Finalist in the “Sustainable Primary School of the Year” category of “The Oxford Climate Awards 2024”! The Climate Awards, spearheaded by The Oxford Mail and Oxford City Council, aim to celebrate individuals or groups that are trying to make a difference in the community. With…
We are thrilled to announce that The Manor has been awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag with distinction. This prestigious accolade represents the culmination of a huge amount of hard work that a school must undertake to demonstrate its commitment to creating and maintaining an eco-friendly culture. With the help of Team Green, teachers Mrs Gordon…
At The Manor we strive to deliver a happy and memorable prep school experience and it is also our job to prepare our children, not just academically but pastorally, for the future. Our dedicated teachers, from Pre-Nursery to Year 6, are committed to cherishing, challenging and inspiring the children throughout their time at The Manor…
Children in Years 5 and 6 were invited to take part in the ‘Carton di Wiart History Competition’ at The Oratory School. The competition is named after an Old Oratorian pupil and Victoria Cross recipient and pupils are invited to submit a piece of work about their chosen history event; a select few are then…
