Cokethorpe School A GSG School

- Cokethorpe School
Witney
Oxfordshire
OX29 7PU - Head: Mr Ettinger
- T 01993 703921
- F 01993 773499
- E [email protected]
- W www.cokethorpe.org
- An independent school for boys and girls aged from 4 to 18.
- Read about the best schools in Oxford and Oxfordshire
- Boarding: No
- Local authority: Oxfordshire
- Pupils: 585; sixth formers: 109
- Religion: Church of England/Roman Catholic
- Fees: £17,766 - £27,594 pa (last updated on 06/02/2025)
- Review: View The Good Schools Guide Review
- Ofsted report: View the Ofsted report
- ISI report: View the ISI report
What The Good Schools Guide says..
It treads a high wire between being a traditional public school and something more modern and inclusive. ‘The teachers aren’t trying to be your pal,’ a parent told us. ‘There’s respect, but everyone’s relaxed.’ Many parents we spoke to had considered Cokehorpe alongside nearby good state options. Frequently it came down to a gut feeling...
What the school says...
Cokethorpe is a vibrant, dynamic and stimulating day school for 660 girls and boys aged 4 to 18. It is set in 150 acres of beautiful Oxfordshire parkland, two miles from Witney and ten miles from Oxford. We are a nurturing family inspired by our environment, paying attention to the overall development of our pupils and where those entrusted to our care receive an enriching and varied education, with countless opportunities across the broadest possible range to develop the diverse talents of all our pupils.
Academic standards are high and there is a strong Performing Arts and sporting tradition. We are proud of our reputation for being a happy and caring community. ...Read more
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Other features
All-through school (for example 3-18 years). - An all-through school covers junior and senior education. It may start at 3 or 4, or later, and continue through to 16 or 18. Some all-through schools set exams at 11 or 13 that pupils must pass to move on.
Sports
Polo
Equestrian centre or equestrian team - school has own equestrian centre or an equestrian team.
Shooting
Sailing
What The Good Schools Guide says
Headmaster
Since 2002, Damian Ettinger BA MA PGCE (50s). Educated at St Joseph’s College in London and the universities of Manchester and Surrey (theology and philosophy). Back in the mists of time he was head of theology and housemaster at Downside and before that at Prior Park College, Bath. Enthusiasm still unwaning after so many years in the job; the evolution of Cokethorpe continues with seemingly boundless momentum on his watch. Married with five children – the youngest finished sixth form at Cokethorpe in 2021; jazz buff and classic car enthusiast. Bears a slight resemblance to Iron Man’s bodyguard Happy Hogan in the Marvel films.
It’s hard to imagine Cokethorpe without Mr Ettinger, so integral is he to the school’s fabric. Not surprising, then, that he was a bit twitchy about our...
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Overall school performance (for comparison or review only)
Results by exam and subject
Subject results
Entry/Exit
Special Education Needs
The Learning Support Department is a resource which exists to strengthen and support learning across the whole ability range. This encompasses a very wide range of issues. As a consequence, our response must be a flexible one which includes a variety of approaches to the varying needs of our pupils. Our role also requires us to support the staff and to disseminate good practice throughout the school. Our main teaching and learning objectives can be summarised as follows: first and foremost we are here to improve the skills of those students who have difficulties acquiring the basics of literacy and numeracy. There is a need to recognise, however, that there comes a time when other needs predominate, and there is a gradual move towards the teaching of basic skills through other, curriculum based tasks. We work on study skills, individual learning styles and highlight strengths and the application of strategies. We look to improve: thinking skills; time management and planning; revision and exam techniques; and knowledge and use of ICT. At a personal level we encourage: self-awareness and self-analysis; organisation; acceptance of constructive criticism; pro-active problem solving and the discussion of issues of importance to the individual. Additionally we seek to boost confidence and self-esteem. Nov 09.
Condition | Provision for in school |
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ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Might cover/be referred to as;
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), PDA , Social skills, Sensory processing disorder |
Y |
HI - Hearing Impairment
Might cover/be referred to as;
Hearing Impairment, HI - Hearing Impairment |
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MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty
Might cover/be referred to as;
Learning needs, MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty |
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MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment
Might cover/be referred to as;
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment, Sensory processing |
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OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability
Might cover/be referred to as;
Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic , OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability, Tics, Tourettes |
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PD - Physical Disability
Might cover/be referred to as;
PD - Physical Disability |
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PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty
Might cover/be referred to as;
Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay, PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty |
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SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health
Might cover/be referred to as;
Anxiety , Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health, SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health, Trauma |
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SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication
Might cover/be referred to as;
DLD - Developmental Language Disorder, Selective mutism, SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication |
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SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty
Might cover/be referred to as;
Complex needs, SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty, Cerebral Palsy (CP) |
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SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty
Might cover/be referred to as;
ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Auditory Processing, DCD, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting, Other specific learning difficulty, SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) |
Y |
VI - Visual Impairment
Might cover/be referred to as;
Special facilities for Visually Impaired, VI - Visual Impairment |
Who came from where
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Chandlings Prep School | 2024 | 3 | ||
Pinewood | 2024 | 3 | ||
St Hugh's School, Oxfordshire | 2024 | 3 | 1 | 1 Sport scholarships |
Summer Fields | 2024 | 1 | ||
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