Welcome To Oakham
Oakham School is an Inspirational place, where opportunities abound, talent is nurtured and characters are formed.
Headmaster's Welcome
Henry PriceHeadmaster
At Oakham, we aim to provide an education that not only acts as a preparation for life after school, but also recognises that these years are precious and should be enjoyable, memorable, and transformative.
Latest News
![Navigating the Norfolk Broads]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1601462725/oakhamrutlandschuk/v28osbatv7jyzt3vipm3/SailingNorfolk.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1601462725/oakhamrutlandschuk/v28osbatv7jyzt3vipm3/SailingNorfolk.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1601462725/oakhamrutlandschuk/v28osbatv7jyzt3vipm3/SailingNorfolk.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1601462725/oakhamrutlandschuk/v28osbatv7jyzt3vipm3/SailingNorfolk.jpg","width":900}])
Congratulations to the 12 pupils for passing their Gold Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Sailing Assessed Expedition at the beginning of September.
![Form 6 pupil Ili is Secretary-General MUN conference]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1601041612/oakhamrutlandschuk/edm0xsubfwo8zdsysicg/LLI-MUN900.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1601041612/oakhamrutlandschuk/edm0xsubfwo8zdsysicg/LLI-MUN900.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1601041612/oakhamrutlandschuk/edm0xsubfwo8zdsysicg/LLI-MUN900.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1601041612/oakhamrutlandschuk/edm0xsubfwo8zdsysicg/LLI-MUN900.jpg","width":900}])
Form 6 pupil Ili took centre stage as Secretary-General at September's International Moderans Model United Nations conference, which took place virtually, discussing a range of global issues between delegates from over 45 countries around the world.
![Outstanding Flute Recital]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600953795/oakhamrutlandschuk/eg5qr7hnqbm5lstctyoe/Jess_900.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600953795/oakhamrutlandschuk/eg5qr7hnqbm5lstctyoe/Jess_900.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600953795/oakhamrutlandschuk/eg5qr7hnqbm5lstctyoe/Jess_900.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600953795/oakhamrutlandschuk/eg5qr7hnqbm5lstctyoe/Jess_900.jpg","width":900}])
The third live lunchtime recital of the new academic year was given by 17 year old music scholar, Jessica, performing flute repertoire by Reinecke, Debussy & Fauré.
![Spectacular Drum Recital]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600355997/oakhamrutlandschuk/v8xdafvmimlcy6lkr9lu/Eddie_900.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600355997/oakhamrutlandschuk/v8xdafvmimlcy6lkr9lu/Eddie_900.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600355997/oakhamrutlandschuk/v8xdafvmimlcy6lkr9lu/Eddie_900.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600355997/oakhamrutlandschuk/v8xdafvmimlcy6lkr9lu/Eddie_900.jpg","width":900}])
The second live lunchtime recital of the new academic year was given by 14 year old music scholar, Eddie, performing a range of drum kit repertoire for his ATCL diploma.
![Dancers find their rhythm again at Oakham!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600353459/oakhamrutlandschuk/omdprix3x24wxbwp4pfa/Dancestory.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600353459/oakhamrutlandschuk/omdprix3x24wxbwp4pfa/Dancestory.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600353459/oakhamrutlandschuk/omdprix3x24wxbwp4pfa/Dancestory.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600353459/oakhamrutlandschuk/omdprix3x24wxbwp4pfa/Dancestory.jpg","width":900}])
Pupils and staff are delighted to start dance classes again after lockdown and the summer break, albeit with a few changes in light of Covid-19.
![Welcome back boarders!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1600170675/oakhamrutlandschuk/w1iieodyxdvrihfrppmp/Boardingstory.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1600170675/oakhamrutlandschuk/w1iieodyxdvrihfrppmp/Boardingstory.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1600170675/oakhamrutlandschuk/w1iieodyxdvrihfrppmp/Boardingstory.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1600170675/oakhamrutlandschuk/w1iieodyxdvrihfrppmp/Boardingstory.jpg","width":893}])
The first weekend of the new academic term saw boarders taking part in several Covid-Safe activities helping them to meet each other and build friendships within their House ‘bubbles’.
![Easy Strokes for Silver Canoeists]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1601472073/oakhamrutlandschuk/zidqalyp2z9csmne2lny/Canoe1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1601472073/oakhamrutlandschuk/zidqalyp2z9csmne2lny/Canoe1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1601472073/oakhamrutlandschuk/zidqalyp2z9csmne2lny/Canoe1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1601472073/oakhamrutlandschuk/zidqalyp2z9csmne2lny/Canoe1.jpg","width":900}])
Congratulations to the five Silver canoeists for completing their Qualifying DofE expedition along the River Trent.
![Music at Lunchtime 2020/21 Launch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1599838897/oakhamrutlandschuk/g1ihdqawjw6apcthmna6/Peter_900.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1599838897/oakhamrutlandschuk/g1ihdqawjw6apcthmna6/Peter_900.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1599838897/oakhamrutlandschuk/g1ihdqawjw6apcthmna6/Peter_900.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1599838897/oakhamrutlandschuk/g1ihdqawjw6apcthmna6/Peter_900.png","width":900}])
It was wonderful to experience the return of live music-making on the first Wednesday of the new school year...
This is such a friendly school, everyone is so welcoming
Today at Oakham
Black History Month
Life in Lockdown: An Open Exhibition of Work by Students & Staff
Middle School Highlights Exhibition
Form 7 IB Completion of Extended Essay & Reflections on Planning and Progress Form
Form 7 Clinical Course Practice Interviews
Upper School Production Rehearsal
Form 5 Morrisby
Holy Guardian Angels
OSCA Non-uniform Day
Give 100% in everything you do and you will be amazed by what you can achieve
![From the Head Girl]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1598341973/oakhamrutlandschuk/duxypjbbomkfb85yeqy8/GeorginaHeadGirl.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1598341973/oakhamrutlandschuk/duxypjbbomkfb85yeqy8/GeorginaHeadGirl.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1598341973/oakhamrutlandschuk/duxypjbbomkfb85yeqy8/GeorginaHeadGirl.jpg","width":703}])
My name is Georgina, but everyone calls me Gina. I have the privilege of being one of Oakham’s Heads of School this year.
Georgina - HEAD GIRL
![From the Deputy Head Girl]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1598342101/oakhamrutlandschuk/sds7givbjeceykuhtkdi/IssyDeputyHeadGirl.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1598342101/oakhamrutlandschuk/sds7givbjeceykuhtkdi/IssyDeputyHeadGirl.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1598342101/oakhamrutlandschuk/sds7givbjeceykuhtkdi/IssyDeputyHeadGirl.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1598342101/oakhamrutlandschuk/sds7givbjeceykuhtkdi/IssyDeputyHeadGirl.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1598342101/oakhamrutlandschuk/sds7givbjeceykuhtkdi/IssyDeputyHeadGirl.jpg","width":1280}])
My name is Issy and I have been chosen to be your Deputy Head Girl this year. I have been at Oakham since Form 3 after coming from Witham Hall at the age of 13.
Issy - DEPUTY HEAD GIRL
![From the Deputy Head Boy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1598342360/oakhamrutlandschuk/q1vug3b1meljxif6m1n5/OliverDeputy.jpg","width":2200}])
My name is Oliver, and I have the honour of being this year’s Deputy Head Boy. As a family, we have been associated with Oakham School for 50 years, and after leaving Orwell Park in Suffolk, I followed in the footsteps of my two older sisters to join Oakham in Form 3.
Oliver - DEPUTY HEAD BOY
![Catherine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1563983134/oakhamrutlandschuk/ok9etlcificrgqeitagt/Catherine-J.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1563983134/oakhamrutlandschuk/ok9etlcificrgqeitagt/Catherine-J.jpg","width":400}])
My name is Catherine and I have the privilege of being one of the Heads of School this year. I started at Oakham in the second term of Form 3, in Hambleton House.
Catherine - HEAD GIRL
It's not just about the amazing education you get at Oakham, it's about who you are when you leave
Come and Visit Us
See the School in action and meet our pupils. With good road, air and rail links, Oakham is only two hours from London and within easy reach of Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Birmingham and Cambridge. We have Open Mornings each term - use the link below to find out more information.
Nigel Paddock, Registrar and our Admissions Team will be pleased to help you. Call us on +44 (0)1572 758758 and speak to Emma, Fran or Jackie or email admissions@oakham.rutland.sch.uk
