Why St Clare's?
| 1. A Legacy of Excellence |
| With over 70 years of experience of education in Oxford, St Clare’s blends tradition with innovation, earning consistent praise from students, parents, and inspectors. |
2. A Truly International Community |
Each year, students from over 50 nationalities create a vibrant, cosmopolitan environment that celebrates diversity and fosters global friendships. |
3. Personalised Learning and Support |
From small class sizes to personal tutors, every student receives the support to develop their language skills, build confidence, independence, and clear direction in their learning journey. |
4. Innovative Teaching Methods |
Interactive lessons and topical weekly themes take learning beyond the classroom, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and engagement with the wider world. |
5. Academic Progression for All Levels |
Courses are designed to be both challenging and flexible, combining academic study with language support to match each student’s needs and ambitions. |
6. Leaders in Teacher Training |
St Clare’s has a proven record of preparing future educators through CELTA and DELTA qualifications, ensuring teaching excellence across all programmes. |
7. A Non-Profit Educational Charity |
As a charity, St Clare’s reinvests all income into students, programmes, staff, and facilities - meaning resources directly benefit the student experience. |
8. Pathways to World-Leading Universities |
Our expert University and Careers Counselling team offers one-to-one guidance, helping students secure places at top global universities, internships, and gap year opportunities. |
9. Careers, Confidence, and Connections |
Graduates stand out for their social confidence, independence, and global mindset, excelling in fields such as business, politics, law, creative arts, and international relations. Alongside this, networking opportunities with peers and curated events open doors for the future. |
10. An Enriching Oxford Experience |
Students enjoy a welcoming community in an elegant campus of 28 buildings in one of the world’s most famous university cities. Activities, excursions, and the St Clare’s family spirit ensure lifelong memories and friendships. |
Start your journey
with the right course
At St Clare’s, our programmes help you use English with confidence in everyday life, and prepare you for future study and your career. Whether you aim to improve your English for travel, work or personal development, or prepare for an internationally recognised exam, we have the course for you.
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| Programme | age | english level | DURATION | goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Foundation Programme | 16+ | B1-C2 | 27 or 34 weeks | Access university in the UK or anywhere in the world |
English plus Academic Subjects English plus Academic Subjects (Compact) | 16+ | B1-C2 | 14 weeks 6 weeks | Discover new subjects and strengthen your academic English |
| Undergraduate Programme | 17+ | C1-C2 | 14 weeks | Broaden academic horizons and deepen subject knowledge |
| English for Life | 16+ | A2-C2 | 2+ weeks | English Language Development |
| English for Examinations | 16+ | B2-C2 | 2+ weeks | English Language Development and Exams (IELTS, Cambridge) |
Take learning beyond
the classroom.
Interactive lessons, study visits, and topical weekly themes take learning beyond the classroom, inspiring curiosity and global engagement. Each new theme shapes lessons and events, connecting students across levels and programmes to create a dynamic, inclusive environment that keeps learning fresh and engaging for everyone.
Our weekly themes spark curiosity
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