Day children can take advantage of flexi-boarding, staying in one of the Boarding Houses on set nights each week or booking in for an ad hoc ‘sleepover’. Modern families have busy lives and the Dragon has responded by increasing its range of boarding options. Pupils can choose from modules as varied as paddle boarding, bicycle mechanics, film making and cultural visits in Oxford and there will be a different selection of deep dives on offer each term. The launch of DragonQUEST - an exciting and varied enrichment programme on Saturday mornings - is testament to this forward-looking approach. There are age-appropriate play areas, a library and gym and healthy, nutritious food is prepared on site.ĭr Crispin Hyde-Dunn, the Headmaster, is keen that the Dragon remains at the forefront of educational distinction and innovation whilst ensuring the welfare and happiness of children comes first. The Pre-Prep is just off the Woodstock Road and provides a wonderfully nurturing environment and excellent teaching for curious young Dragons from Reception to Year 3. Impressive new facilities have been added with highlights such as a 25 metre indoor swimming pool, an Olympic sized astro, Art and Design Technology studios, a climbing wall and six Science labs. Sitting proudly amid stunning open playing fields and along the banks of the River Cherwell, the Prep School’s original buildings retain traditional features with a contemporary design twist. The Dragon was originally founded in 1877 to educate the sons of Oxford University dons and is now a School on two sites, positioned on the edge of the university city of Oxford. ‘Old Dragons’ go on to be successful in many different fields - Sir John Betjeman, Dame Cressida Dick, Tom Hiddleston, Tim Henman and Emma Watson are just a few of the famous alumni. The Dragon’s reputation as a School where every child can find, explore and develop their talents has been well earned over many generations. It is a vibrant, happy and aspirational school fuelling excellence by promoting a love of learning, inclusivity, opportunity and a strong sense of community and fun. Co-educational Day & Boarding Preparatoryĭragon School in Oxford is one of the leading Prep schools in the UK educating boys and girls from 4-13 years old.

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