Frequently asked questions asked by parents looking for the best schools near Oakham School

How do I find out what schools are available around Hambleton? 

There are some frighteningly frank websites for you to choose from. The Government one is https://www.gov.uk/school-performance-tables . You simply enter your location, perhaps Hambleton, or another location and select primary schools or secondary schools. All the information parents need all there in percentages!

You could also try the paid for websites like www.schoolguide.co.uk . This one is quite cheap and you can pay monthly.

This is of course just the very first stage in selecting a school. You will to need see the videos on this page before even thinking of visiting the shortlist of schools on your list.

How do I find the state school catchment area in or around Oakham School? 
If you just need to know your school catchment area try www.admissionsday.co.uk .If you are looking for exhaustive information on the schools as well go to www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk

How do I find out how good a school is?
You will absolutely have to visit the school. However, do look at the video below. For armed is to be fore warned!

Nursery Schools

What's the difference between nursery and preschool? 
Preschools usually work around a formal curriculum and trained teachers - making them a little more expensive! Nursery schools are usually a more relaxed learning environment and more flexible enrolment terms. They are also cheaper and vary greatly.

What age is a preschooler? Ages up to 4 is considered preschooler with toddlers are 1 - 3 year old bracket. Basically 4-year-old are not 'toddling' around any more and so are no longer toddlers!

What does preschool mean? A preschool, or nursery school, is a pre-primary school, or play school for early childhood education. Preschool is for children before they begin compulsory education at primary school. 

Is Pre K considered preschool? Pre K schools are pre-kindergartens.

This page should help you answer these school finding questions!

Creches

Local Area Creches and Day Nurseries for LE15
Click also to find: Childcare Services, Nursery Schools, After School Care

PreSchools and Playgroups for Hambleton

Brooke Hill Academy

Brooke Road, Oakham LE15 6HQ, UK – 01572 724214

Very fun school lots of fun trips to many happy memories there ๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€

Scallywags Day Nursery

Overton House, Cold Overton Rd, Oakham LE15 6NT, UK – 01572 723810

A great nursery. This is a place where my children and others have fun. I work as a teacher and SPECIFICALLY chose this one because of their great attitude to children and OFSTED. Early years should be about fun and exploring (also the rest of life ๐Ÿ˜‰) Caroline, the director, and told me (paraphrasing) that they don't focus on getting an excellent OFSTED because that would be too prescriptive and not as fun for the children. The children truely like their carers/teachers and the carers/teachers grueling like their children

Catmose Primary

Sandringham Cl, Oakham LE15 6SH, UK – 01572 772583

Good school with friendly teachers and staff.

After School Care

Brooke Priory School

8 Station Approach, Oakham LE15 6QW, UK – 01572 724778

English Martyrs Catholic Voluntary Academy

Willow Cres, Oakham LE15 6EH, UK – 01572 722400

The flight flew from RAF Brize Norton on 24th April 2024 with 500 cuddly giraffes on board to raise money and awareness for Great Ormond Street Hospital in memory of Louise Conway who died at just nine years old of leukaemia in 2013. Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate donated 50% of the production costs on behalf of the junior school, Chapter House, and our Forces community across campus - which is about 25% of our total student population.

For more information see:

Choosing a school around Hambleton. This is an Australian video but has some really good Tips!

Hambleton Independent Schools - Prep & Secondary - for Hambleton

Independent Schools for Hambleton - private preparatory and senior schools. Prep schools age 8 yrs to 11yrs or 13 yrs. Senior schools age 11yrs or 13 yrs to 18yrs. Some independent schools have a pre-prep department (age 3 to 8yrs) as well as prep and senior schools. Independent schools can be co-educational or single sex.

Best Hambleton Secondary Schools -

Catmose College

Huntsmans Dr, Oakham LE15 6RP, UK – 01572 770066

Itโ€™s a good school in general, some teacher are good. The school gives you help and support when need.

This is a brilliant secondary school, if you live in Rutland. It's pretty spacious, so there aren't large crowds. The teachers here where really helpful and friendly, they helped me to turn from a D grade student, into a C grade student (but most of it was my own hard work). Don't listen to one or two star reviews on this school, as they are just ex-student annoyed at the school (for some reason). Also the architecture of this school is really impressive.

Oakham School

Chapel Close, Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK – 01572 758500

I attended Oakham School for two years in the upper school. I had a brilliant experience. Coming from another School I was anxious that I would feel like an outsider, but the teachers and pupils were extremely welcoming, and I fast felt like I had been there for years. I also was able to study Economics and Politics, which I would not have been able to at any other local education provider. I went on amazing trips including to New York and Washington where I visited various political and business landmarks. I really enjoyed being a part of a House and the family feel this had. A particular highlight of my days at Oakham were the School lunches that were fantastic, the catering team worked hard to offer a wide range of food that was of a high quality. I would highly recommend Oakham School to any individual that wants a well-rounded education that goes beyond the walls of the classroom.

I spent 8 years being a pupil at Oakham school and I loved every single one!

Oakham C of E Primary School

Burley Rd, Oakham LE15 6GY, UK – 01572 722404

Independent Schools

Oakham School

Chapel Close, Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK – 01572 758500

I attended Oakham School for two years in the upper school. I had a brilliant experience. Coming from another School I was anxious that I would feel like an outsider, but the teachers and pupils were extremely welcoming, and I fast felt like I had been there for years. I also was able to study Economics and Politics, which I would not have been able to at any other local education provider. I went on amazing trips including to New York and Washington where I visited various political and business landmarks. I really enjoyed being a part of a House and the family feel this had. A particular highlight of my days at Oakham were the School lunches that were fantastic, the catering team worked hard to offer a wide range of food that was of a high quality. I would highly recommend Oakham School to any individual that wants a well-rounded education that goes beyond the walls of the classroom.

I spent 8 years being a pupil at Oakham school and I loved every single one!

Brooke Priory School

8 Station Approach, Oakham LE15 6QW, UK – 01572 724778

Oakham School Jerwoods

Burley Rd, Oakham LE15 6DJ, UK – 01572 758700

Local Authority Schools - Primary & Secondary Schools

Local Authority primary and secondary schools for LE15 6DT . LEA primary schools age 4yrs (the year in which a child is 5) to 11yrs. Secondary schools age 11yrs to 16yrs or 18 yrs. Each school has a local catchment area.

Primary Schools

Catmose Primary

Sandringham Cl, Oakham LE15 6SH, UK – 01572 772583

Good school with friendly teachers and staff.

Brooke Hill Academy

Brooke Road, Oakham LE15 6HQ, UK – 01572 724214

Very fun school lots of fun trips to many happy memories there ๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€

Oakham C of E Primary School

Burley Rd, Oakham LE15 6GY, UK – 01572 722404

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Childrenโ€™s Services and Skills. Ofsted reports directly to Parliament and is independent and impartial, inspecting and regulating services which care for children and young people, and those providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

Click for the full database of OFSTED's inspection reports - check out schools in LE15 or anywhere in the country.
GetTheRightSchool was formed to offer a unique reference point on getting your child into the school of your choice. The web site covers all you need to about education choices with tips and a guide to the application process and issues that could impact your child's school day, from dealing with bullying, to money issues, to how to work out school catchment areas when they move schools.
Independent Schools Council Website - has a search facility: by county, school or postcode. The ISC brings together eight associations of independent schools, their heads, bursars and governors and represents over 1,200 independent schools in the UK and overseas.
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Dyslexia support centres
Click also to find: Education Agencies & Authorities, Schools - Independent & Preparatory
Special schools for Hambleton for moderate to severe learning difficulties, ADHD, Autism, Physical impairment, complex health needs, communication difficulties, dyspraxia and other special needs.

Special Needs Schools around you

The Parks School

Oakham CE Primary School, Burley Rd, Oakham LE15 6GY, UK – 01572 722404

Website with facility to search for many different kinds of special needs schools and links to lots of support groups.  Find a special needs school near Hambleton or search the website for special schools throughout the UK

Adult Education Centres for LE15 - Language Tuition

Adult Education Centres for Hambleton which may run evening or daytime language classes

Adult Education

Oakham Studios

2 Princess Ave, Oakham LE15 6PQ, UK – 01572 724047

Brilliant venue, run by the also brilliant Sarah. Always helpful and extremely knowledgable. Lots of dance/fitness/singing classes as avaliable here all ages, and pot painting and birthday parties on top of that. Oakhams hidden treasure xxx

The Dance Studios - Oakham

The Scout Hall, Grampian Way, Oakham LE15 6NL, UK – 0115 837 8040

Pro Martial Arts Schools Oakham

Catmose Sports Centre, Huntsmans Drive, Oakham LE15 6RP, UK – 07754 191288

Language Schools

Oakham School

Chapel Close, Market Pl, Oakham LE15 6DT, UK – 01572 758500

I attended Oakham School for two years in the upper school. I had a brilliant experience. Coming from another School I was anxious that I would feel like an outsider, but the teachers and pupils were extremely welcoming, and I fast felt like I had been there for years. I also was able to study Economics and Politics, which I would not have been able to at any other local education provider. I went on amazing trips including to New York and Washington where I visited various political and business landmarks. I really enjoyed being a part of a House and the family feel this had. A particular highlight of my days at Oakham were the School lunches that were fantastic, the catering team worked hard to offer a wide range of food that was of a high quality. I would highly recommend Oakham School to any individual that wants a well-rounded education that goes beyond the walls of the classroom.

I spent 8 years being a pupil at Oakham school and I loved every single one!

Language Schools for Hambleton

Language schools for LE15. Also consider Adult Education Centres which might run evening language classes

Private Tutors for Hambleton

Private Tuition for LE15
Click also to find: Language Schools, Translators & Interpreters

Private Tutors

Kumon

St. Josephs Church Hall, Station Rd, Oakham LE15 6QU, UK – 01529 461452