Discover the vibrant life of the IB and Pre-IB programmes at St Clare’s. 

From sports matches and performances to trips and cultural experiences, this blog shares stories, adventures, and insights that highlight what makes studying at St Clare’s an unforgettable journey. 

Read more to explore these experiences in detail and see life at St Clare’s for yourself.

  • Hear from our Students: A Year in Oxford – Maria Júlia Dantas on Life in the St Clare’s Pre-IB Programme

    Today, we sit down with Maria Júlia Dantas, a Brazilian student who spent the 2023–2024 academic year in Oxford as part of St Clare’s Pre-IB Programme, a foundation programme designed for students aged 15–17 who wish to prepare for the IB Diploma, helping develop key skills and attributes that are fundamental to IB study.

  • Hear from our Students: Weekends That Shape You – Inside the St Clare’s Pre-IB Journey

    At St Clare’s, Oxford, the Pre-IB programme isn’t just about getting ready for exam, it’s about experiencing life in a completely new way. For many students, it’s their first time living abroad, adapting to a different culture, and building independence far from home. The school’s trips throughout the year play a huge role in that journey, turning ordinary weekends into experiences that feel exciting, new, and sometimes even life-changing.

  • Hear from our Students: A Day at the St Clare’s MUN Event in Oxford

    In November, St Clare’s organised a special MUN Day in Oxford. The event took place in the Oxford Town Hall, a beautiful and historic building whose elegant rooms made the occasion feel even more significant. Students from different classes came together to discuss major global issues, just as delegates do in the real United Nations.

  • Hear from our Students: A Comprehensive Overview of St Clare’s Art Subjects

    IB student Daniel interviews some of the leading teachers in departments such as Theatre and Visual Arts at St Clare's to help describe the arts courses at St Clare’s in greater depth: what they consist of, why they are important, and why they help develop the pupils of this school.