Moulsford Preparatory School
Wallingford, Oxfordshire · OX10 9HR
Moulsford is a well-established co-educational prep school in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, serving ages 3–13 with a strong boarding option. The school emphasises a family-focused, down-to-earth approach where learning is grounded in engagement and enjoyment, with a motto-like ethos of 'BeMoreBeMoulsford'. Its breadth of curriculum and extensive outdoor/adventure programming reflect a philosophy that academic rigour and pupil wellbeing are inseparable.
- →Broad, balanced curriculum combined with exceptional outdoor education and adventure activities (paddleboarding, kayaking, parkour, clay pigeon shooting)
- →Flexible boarding options and family-friendly pastoral environment without excessive pressure
- →Strong co-ed community with accessible location near Wallingford and transport links to Reading, Oxford, and Berkshire
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a nurturing, active learning environment where exploration and practical skills are valued alongside traditional academics. Families seeking boarding flexibility and a school culture that celebrates wellbeing and curiosity.
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Moulsford-on-Thames
Wallingford, Oxfordshire
OX10 9HR
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Moulsford Preparatory School?
Day fees at Moulsford Preparatory School are approximately £24,195 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Moulsford Preparatory School?
Moulsford Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Moulsford Preparatory School a boarding school?
Moulsford Preparatory School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Moulsford Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Moulsford Preparatory School “Excellent” (2021).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Happy, nurturing environment where children settle quickly and develop confidence
✓Exceptional outdoor and adventure programming offering genuine practical skills and thrill
✓Accessible, down-to-earth school culture without excessive academic pressure or elitism
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection history yet; prospective families lack validated external assurance on teaching quality and safeguarding oversight
!Limited publicly available detail on academic outcomes, destination schools, or SEND provision clarity
!Boarding pastoral structures and daily routines not transparently documented