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Ashfold School
Independent school · Buckinghamshire
| Address | Dorton House, Dorton, Aylesbury, HP18 9NG |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–13 |
| Pupils | 226 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | Boarding school |
| Religious character | Christian |
| Phone | 01844238237 |
| Website | https://www.ashfoldschool.co.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Wed 2 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 6 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Wed 21 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Sat 10 Jul 2027 |
Half terms begin after school on the Friday stated. Autumn term ends after the Carol Service; Summer term ends Saturday 10 July after Speech Day. Bank holiday Mon 3 May (no school).
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Thu 2 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Fri 10 Dec 2027 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 5 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Fri 24 Mar 2028 |
| Summer 1 | Wed 19 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Sat 1 Jul 2028 |
Half terms begin after school on the Friday stated. Summer term ends Saturday 1 July after Speech Day.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term.
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Forms 5-8 (day) | £9,300.00 |
| Form 4 (day) | £8,184.00 |
| Form 3 (day) | £7,900.00 |
| Pre-Prep 2 (day) | £6,300.00 |
| Reception and Pre-Prep 1 (day) | £5,640.00 |
| Nursery (full place) | £4,690.00 |
| Pre-Booked Weekly Boarding for Forms 5-8 (Mon - 10am Sat), per term | £1,283.00 |
Registration fee: £120.00
Deposit: £500.00
Nursery also £938 per full day or £705 per morning (as written). Weekly boarding also £150 per week; casual boarding £55.00 for 1 night (2nd night free); Friday boarding £60.00 per night. Boarding charges appear to be in addition to day fees. Registration fee and acceptance deposit from the admissions page. VAT not mentioned.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Request a prospectus and visit (Open Morning or private visit with the Head). Register via the Registrar with a non-refundable £120 fee. Before entry the child attends a familiarisation day with age-appropriate assessments. If offered, return the Acceptance Form and a £500 deposit within two weeks.
- Familiarisation day with age-appropriate assessments (no preparation required)
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Daily return routes along the M40 corridor | Oxford, Bicester, Aylesbury, Wendover, Thame |
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.