The Oratory Prep School, based just outside of Reading, is an independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 11-18.
Martin Halsall, Bursar of the Oratory Schools Association, commented: “The complexity of the transaction meant that we were involved with several different departments within the firm, including advice on Corporate and Commercial, Charities & Education, Employment and Property matters. Without exception, we experienced highly professional, pragmatic and timely advice which enabled us to complete within a very demanding timescale.”
Partner Nick Burrows, head of the firm’s Charities & Education team, said: “We were delighted to be able to help the Oratory School complete this important and complex transaction. The sale of the Preparatory School was completed to a tight timescale and, as is often the case in such matters, involved several teams from within the firm working together to achieve our client’s objective.”
Blandy & Blandy is highly experienced in advising clients in the education sector, including universities, colleges, independent and state schools, student unions and educational charities.