Welcome from the Headmaster

Founded in 1407, Oswestry sits alongside the oldest schools in England and is one of very few ‘ancient’ schools to have a truly independent foundation. From that first acorn of an idea has grown a mighty oak with deep roots and a wide-reaching canopy spanning six centuries; we remain proud of that rich history and heritage and continue to celebrate it to this day.

Yet this is likewise a school with a modern outlook and a fresh approach. Individualised teaching and learning, dedicated pastoral care, an exciting and wide-ranging co-curriculum and fantastic facilities; all combine powerfully to make for a special place to learn, live and grow where each and every pupil is known, valued, nurtured and encouraged within our supportive small school setting​​​​​​.

Embedded in all that we do is the school’s motto - We learn not for school but for life - where our pupils are prepared for life beyond the school gates not just with the academic credentials and skillsets they will need for the next stage, but likewise the aptitudes and attitudes to enable them to make a positive impact in the world.