Matthew Arnold School is a thriving, oversubscribed 11-18 community school situated on the outskirts of Oxford. As a proud member of the Acer Trust, we serve a diverse mix of urban and rural communities, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for around 1,300 pupils.

Our driving vision is simple: Success for everyone.

We are a school where academic ambition meets genuine care. Our mission is to ensure that every student makes exceptional progress through our excellent curriculum, attaining outcomes that open doors to their future. Beyond the classroom, we are dedicated to nurturing kind, responsible, and confident young adults who are proud of who they are and ready to make a positive contribution to the world.

At Matthew Arnold, our values are not just words on a wall; they are the heartbeat of our daily life:

• Ambition: We push limits and guide both students and staff to discover a world of opportunity.

• Inclusion: We celebrate diversity; every individual is valued for who they are and feels a true sense of belonging.

• Collaboration: We believe in collective success, sharing responsibility for one another’s growth.

• Kindness: We ensure every interaction—between staff and students alike—is conducted with kindness.

Our latest Ofsted report highlights our "highly ambitious" curriculum and the "positive, respectful culture" that defines our school. Inspectors noted that our pupils are "proud to belong to the school" and that staff benefit from a "friendly, collaborative environment" where workload and wellbeing are prioritized.

Join us at Matthew Arnold School, where you can help shape a future where everyone succeeds.