Cranford School
School summary
Spanning the full age range from 2 to 18, Cranford School offers a continuous independent education on a single site in Wallingford, Oxfordshire. Founded in 1931 and now home to around 537 pupils, it holds a Church of England character and was judged "excellent" by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development and full marks for compliance. With a small sixth form of 43 students, it has the feel of a medium-sized school where individual progress can be closely followed. Led by Dr James Raymond, it suits families seeking a nurturing, all-through day school.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
55%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
31%
National average 28%
A-level A*-B
68%
National average 55%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 3 December 2025
Teaching & academics
At GCSE, 55% of grades fall in the 9-7 range, and the curriculum spans the sciences, humanities, modern languages and creative subjects, with Geography among the most popular choices. In the sixth form, Psychology and Geography draw strong interest, and 31% of A-level entries reach A*-A with 68% at A*-B; the EPQ is also offered for those wanting to stretch beyond the syllabus. Around 15% of pupils receive SEN support, pointing to a school used to providing individual attention.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Head · Dr James Raymond
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 43
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Sport is well established, with netball, football, hockey, cricket and tennis all on offer. Music and Drama are recognised through dedicated scholarships, signalling genuine investment in performance and the arts.
Main sports
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1931
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 15.32%
- EHC plans
- 0.16%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £14,232 - £26,161
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An all-through Church of England day school where personal development is rated as highly as academics. Best suited to families wanting a settled, supportive environment from the early years through to the sixth form.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.