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Reception Discovery Day: Friday 5 June - 1.45pm to 3pm

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:11:33 GMT

We are thrilled to invite children who will be starting Reception in September 2026, along with their parents, to our 'Rupert Bear Adventure’ event which is taking place at our Outdoor Classroom.

Book now: May Half Term Activity Camp

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:10:45 GMT

Join us at Rupert House Prep School this May half term for a whole host of seasonal fun, activities, team games and forest school adventures.

Year 2 step into a world of stories at The Story Museum

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:53:00 GMT

On 13th May, Year 2 enjoyed a magical, book-filled adventure to the Story Museum in Oxford — a place dedicated to celebrating the power of stories in all their forms.

Year 5 adventure at Cuffley: Teamwork, challenge & fun

Fri, 8 May 2026 13:55:07 GMT

The Year 5 trip to the Cuffley Active Learning Centre in Hertfordshire was an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, teamwork and excitement.

Year 3’s adventure-filled residential trip

Fri, 8 May 2026 13:03:39 GMT

Year 3 had a fantastic time on their recent residential trip, packed full of adventure, teamwork and fun memories!

Year 4's PGL adventure

Thu, 7 May 2026 15:00:58 GMT

Year 4 set off on a bright, sunny Wednesday morning in May, headed for Osmington Bay, the PGL centre in Dorset.

Get ready for a summer full of adventure!

Thu, 7 May 2026 11:44:18 GMT

Discover Activity Camps will be running at Rupert House School throughout the Summer Holidays, offering fun and enriching holiday provision for children aged 4–14.

Year 6 French Trip

Wed, 6 May 2026 14:08:57 GMT

Our Year 6 pupils had an unforgettable experience on their recent trip to France, staying at the beautiful Château du Broutel in Normandy.

Perform fun: Discounted sessions on offer!

Thu, 7 May 2026 15:53:55 GMT

We were very excited to receive a visit from Perform on Tuesday 5th May!

Artist of the Week

Fri, 8 May 2026 14:19:45 GMT

Each week, Mrs Poulter selects two pupils whose artwork has particularly stood out - whether for creativity, effort, or achievement: one from Prep and one from Pre-Prep.

This week's Happy Hub

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:21:06 GMT

In the Pre-Prep Happy Hub this week, Bob the Minion joined a small group of Year 1 and Year 2 children to share that he was finding Maths challenging and felt like giving up.

Rupert House Ski Trip 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:48:42 GMT

On 28th March, the Year 5 and 6 ski trip to Sauze d’Oulx began with great excitement, as pupils eagerly set off for a memorable week in the Italian Alps.

Year 6 step back in time at The Trenchard Museum

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:13:52 GMT

The Year 6 children had a wonderful time at the Trenchard Museum at RAF Halton on Tuesday, learning more about the First World War, which they have been studying this term with Mr Armitage.

Magical mini musicals

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:23:00 GMT

The Year 1 and Year 2 children delighted audiences with their charming mini musical performances this week.

House Music: A Royal showdown

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:52:24 GMT

On Tuesday 17th March, Rupert House School held its much-anticipated House Music competition at the prestigious Henley Town Hall.

Red Nose Day

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:30:53 GMT

Today, our school was a sea of red as pupils and staff donned their brightest accessories in support of Red Nose Day and Comic Relief.

Year 3 step back in time to Roman Verulamium

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:08:21 GMT

On Wednesday, Year 3 enjoyed an exciting trip back in time with a visit to Verulamium in St Albans, once a thriving Roman city.

A week of Curiosity: STEAM Week highlights

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:08:47 GMT

Our recent STEAM Week was a vibrant celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics, perfectly timed to coincide with National Science Week.

The Gingerbread Show

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:17:27 GMT

On Thursday 12th March, children from Year 1 and Year 2 entertained an audience with their lively performance of The Gingerbread Man, presented by Musical Theatre Club and Little Voices.

Year 4 visit the Living Rainforest

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:57:59 GMT

On Monday 16th March, Year 4 went on a fantastic trip to the Living Rainforest. We enjoyed exploring the exciting environment we have been learning all about this term.

Year 3 present 'The Wizard of Oz'

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:25:16 GMT

Year 3 proudly presented their wonderful production of The Wizard of Oz on Wednesday 11th March, delighting audiences with both a matinee and an evening performance for parents and families.

Wishford Schools Art Exhibition – Celebrating creativity at Rupert House

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:03:11 GMT

Last week, a wonderful selection of artworks from Rupert House pupils was exhibited at the annual Wishford Schools Art Exhibition, hosted by Westonbirt Senior School.

Year 5 explore Art and History at the Ashmolean Museum

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:53:36 GMT

On Tuesday 10th March, Year 5 enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford.

World Book Day brings stories to life

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:41:26 GMT

Today we marked World Book Day with a vibrant celebration of reading, creativity and imagination.

Pupils win big in HYF Art Competition

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:36:29 GMT

A talented group of pupils from Years 3 to 6 are celebrating success after receiving prizes in this year’s HYF Art Competition.

Growing tin the Prep Happy Hub

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:43:54 GMT

This week in the Happy Hub, a small group of Year 3 children took part in a thoughtful and creative session exploring what is important to them, recognising their strengths, and considering how they can continue to grow.

Rupert House is awarded bronze level award from Greener Henley

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:34:52 GMT

Rupert House School is proud to be amongst the first 12 recipients of Greener Henley’s Green Futures Awards, achieving the Bronze level award.

Open Morning ~ 13 March ~ Register now

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:18:02 GMT

Our next whole school Open Morning is on Friday 13th March from 9.45am to 12 noon.

Young Voices at the O2

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:42:37 GMT

On 23rd January, Rupert House pupils from Years 4 to 6 joined more than 8,000 children at the O2 Arena for a spectacular Young Voices concert, which this year is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Book now for an exciting week of adventure and STEM this Easter Holidays

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:35:29 GMT

Discover Activity Camps are back, and the team can’t wait to welcome your children to Rupert House School!

Children’s Mental Health Week: “This Is My Place”

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:22:05 GMT

Children across Rupert House marked Children’s Mental Health Week with a range of thoughtful and engaging activities centred around this year’s theme, “This Is My Place.”

Safer Internet Day 2026: Exploring AI and Digital Responsibility

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:38:16 GMT

Today, we celebrated Safer Internet Day across the school, with a focus on understanding artificial intelligence (AI) and how to use it safely, responsibly and thoughtfully.

Musicians shine at Abingdon’s “Make a Noise” Orchestral Day

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:28:15 GMT

A group of our talented young musicians represented the school at Abingdon School’s Make a Noise Orchestral Day this week.

Celebrating NSPCC National Number Day

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 13:09:40 GMT

Rupert House marked NSPCC National Number Day on Friday, 6th February with a full day of engaging, mathematics-themed activities, all in support of a very worthwhile cause.

Exploring Science and Space at Winchester Science Centre

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:02:34 GMT

Year 1 had a truly fantastic day at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium, packed with curiosity, excitement and hands-on learning.

Food Council: Exploring new flavour

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:10:09 GMT

The Food Council recently met with Chef Barry and visiting Chef Julien from Chapter One.

School Council meeting summary

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:14:55 GMT

The School Council had their first meeting of the new year this week.

Smart moves: Year 5 explore Gymnastics using AI

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:54:43 GMT

In their PE lessons over the next few weeks the children in Year 5 will be creating Gymnastics routines using AI. They had their first lesson this week.

Rupert House storms to victory in the cross country

Tue, 9 Dec 2025 12:23:07 GMT

Our runners delivered an outstanding series of performances at the Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge three-race cross country championships, showcasing determination, teamwork and impressive athletic talent across the year groups.

A dazzling Bethlehem Ballroom

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:07:22 GMT

Families filled the hall as the Year 1 and 2 children took to the stage for their dazzling Christmas production, Bethlehem Ballroom.

Nursery and Reception shine on stage

Tue, 2 Dec 2025 12:41:04 GMT

Today our Nursery and Reception children took to the stage to perform their festive nativity play, Christmas Counts, to an excited audience of parents and family members.

Rupert House hosts Year 5 Maths Challenge

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:14:43 GMT

On Tuesday 25 November, Rupert House welcomed Year 5 pupils from local schools for an exciting Maths Challenge.

Exploring emotions through colour

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:50:33 GMT

In the Happy Hub, a small group of Year 4 children were invited to explore the colours they associate with different emotions.

Year 2 step back in time

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:29:08 GMT

This week, Year 2 took a journey into the past with a full Victorian-themed school day.

Year 6 inspired by glass art

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:30:11 GMT

We were delighted to welcome Kate Courtney-Taylor to speak with our Year 6 pupils about her work as an artist.

Braving the rain to raise funds for Children in Need

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:14:03 GMT

The Rupert House School community showed remarkable spirit and determination this morning as parents, staff, and pupils came together for a series of fundraising activities in support of Children in Need.

Celebrating Anti-Bullying Week with odd socks

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:58:16 GMT

Today we came together as a whole school to celebrate Anti-Bullying Week with a special assembly all about kindness - perfectly timed for World Kindness Day!

Act of Remembrance 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:52:46 GMT

This morning, the Rupert House community gathered together for our annual Act of Remembrance, a moving occasion to honour those who gave their lives in times of war and conflict.

Year 1’s fantastic trip to Windsor Castle

Fri, 7 Nov 2025 12:00:04 GMT

Year 1 enjoyed an exciting and educational day out at the magnificent Windsor Castle this week.

A splendiferous day of Dahl-icious discovery

Thu, 6 Nov 2025 12:28:43 GMT

On 5th November, Year 3 enjoyed a fantastic trip to the Roald Dahl Museum.