Boundary Oak School
A small independent school in Fareham, Boundary Oak takes children from age two through to thirteen, with both day and boarding places available. Under the leadership of Mrs Sophie Savage, it serves around 484 pupils across a notably broad age span. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good overall, while singling out pupils' personal development as excellent and confirming that all compliance standards were met. With roughly 12 per cent of pupils receiving SEN support, the setting suits families seeking a smaller, attentive environment.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 27 February 2024
Teaching & academics
Teaching leads towards GCSE, with a wide subject menu that spans the core sciences, English and mathematics alongside French, Spanish, psychology, and several creative and technical options including art and design, design and technology, food technology and music. The breadth on offer is considerable for a school of this size. The strong rating for personal development suggests pupils are well supported as individuals as well as academically.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Head · Mrs Sophie Savage
Beyond the classroom
Sport features prominently, with physical education and sports studies among the popular subjects and a dedicated Sports Scholarship available to talented pupils. Modern languages, with French and Spanish both taught, add further scope beyond the classroom.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 11.98%
- EHC plans
- 0.21%
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A small, all-through school where personal development is rated excellent and sporting talent can be rewarded with a scholarship. Worth a look for families wanting an intimate setting with day or boarding flexibility.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.