Oxford House School

We are a traditional Nursery & Preparatory School for girls and boys aged 2 1/2 to 11 years in Colchester, Essex. Founded in 1959 this intimate and exclusive school offers every child a complete education that puts a high emphasis on traditional values and the child centred learning of the Montessori Method. We aim to understand and to develop the potential which all children possess and to send them on to senior schools as intelligent, mature and happy.

"Labore Confecto Gaudentes", Joy in Achievement, is our motto. Our philosophy is to promote high standards whilst enjoying the process of learning.

Success rates for pupils gaining places in selective state and independent schools is unrivalled in the area.

The broad curriculum is enriched by instilling a love for literature, modern languages, music, dance and drama in the hearts of all children. Oxford House teachers pride themselves on producing highly confident and articulate children.

High quality whole, freshly prepared and cooked vegetarian meals are served daily to ensure our pupils have a healthy diet.

Pupils benefit from being educated in a beautiful Victorian house close to Colchester Town Centre.

Oxford House School was founded by Mrs Sylvia Spendlove in 1959 as a small day nursery known as "Little Folks Nursery". Within a few years the age range of pupils was extended to include pupils of nursery, infant and junior age. In 1963 the school moved to larger premises in Oxford Road, Colchester and was re-named Oxford House School. In 1968 Mrs Spendlove appointed her son Paul Spendlove as joint Principal. A second move to our present location in Lexden Road, Colchester took place in 1984. This allowed the school to offer better facilities and larger classrooms. In 2006 the school became part of the Cognita Schools Group.