Accommodation | Student Life | St Clare's, Oxford

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

We offer a comfortable, safe and inclusive residential experience, within college residences or with one of our trusted homestay providers. 

All accommodation is well-located, close to campus and Oxford city centre, or just a short bus ride away, and includes free Wi-Fi and 24-hour support.

As you walk through the college, you will hear languages from all over the world being spoken. Students from over 50 countries study with us each year. This cultural diversity creates a welcoming environment for students from all backgrounds, cultures and traditions. Global awareness is an integral part of the educational experience here at St Clare’s. We encourage students to value and respect differences as we believe learning is enhanced by a breadth of views and ideas. Our international outlook broadens perspectives and truly prepares students for further study and beyond.

All accommodation options offer unique benefits:

  • COLLEGE ACCOMMODATION: Make friends with other international students, become more independent, and experience different cultures in a shared living environment.
  • HOMESTAY: Immerse yourself in British life and culture, receive support to settle into life in Oxford, and practise your English in authentic everyday situations.

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"I really love the environment that there is in our accommodation. We are well organised, we are always cooking together and maybe after dinner we watch a film together. It's very much like a big family."

 

Residences are close to campus and Summertown, and only a short bus ride from Oxford city centre. 

You will live and make friends with students from all over the world. Support is available from our residential staff during office hours, with 24-hour telephone contact in the evenings and at weekends.

Our college residences for over 18s offer:

  • a choice of single or twin rooms, with either a shared bathroom or a bathroom within your room or in-flat arrangement
  • fully equipped kitchen for self-catering
  • communal spaces, such as common rooms, dining rooms and outdoor green spaces
  • a residential manager for your well-being and support

RESIDENCES FOR STUDENTS AGED 18+

Logan House

Residential Address382 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7SH
Room TypesTwin Standard, Twin Superior, Single Standard and Single Superior
Distance to College1.2 – 2 km
Shared FacilitiesCommon room, fully equipped kitchen, garden and laundry room
Residential ServicesFree Wi-Fi, weekly room clean, bed linen and towels
Support24-hour from student services team
Local AmenitiesPharmacies, supermarkets, cafés, frequent bus service

 

3 Bardwell Road

Residential Address3 Bardwell Road, Oxford, OX2 6SU
Room TypesSingle Standard and Single Superior
Distance to CollegeOn campus
Shared FacilitiesCommon room, fully equipped kitchen, garden and laundry room
Residential ServicesFree Wi-Fi, weekly room clean, bed linen and towels
Support24-hour from student services team
Local AmenitiesPharmacies, supermarkets, cafés, frequent bus service

 

177 Banbury Road

Residential Address177 Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 7AW
Room TypesTwin Standard, Twin Superior and Single Standard
Distance to College1.1 km
Shared FacilitiesCommon room, self-catered kitchen, garden and laundry room
Residential ServicesFree Wi-Fi, weekly room clean, bed linen and towels
Support24-hour from student services team
Local AmenitiesPharmacies, supermarkets, cafés, frequent bus service

 

Our boarding houses for under 18s offer:

  • a twin room with shared bathroom
  • communal spaces, such as common rooms, small kitchens and outdoor green spaces
  • a live-in House Parent for student well-being and support
  • breakfast and dinner every day in the dining hall

Example Residence: 143 Banbury Road

Room TypesTwin Standard
Distance to College1 km
Shared FacilitiesCommon room, kitchenette, and laundry room
Residential ServicesFree Wi-Fi, weekly room clean, bed linen and towels
Support24-hour from live-in House parent and welfare team
Local AmenitiesPharmacies, supermarkets, cafés, frequent bus service

This option provides a supportive living environment, helping younger students settle into life in Oxford and build friendships with fellow international students.

Exterior of Banbury Road residence
Twin room in Banbury Road residence

RESIDENCES FOR STUDENTS UNDER 18

If you wish to immerse yourself in British life and culture, you can choose to live with one of our carefully selected and welcoming homestay providers.

This option offers:

  • a single room with either shared or private bathroom
  • breakfast and dinner with your host, seven days a week
  • support from your host to help you settle into your new home

Living in a homestay gives you the chance to practise your English in authentic situations, discover more about local culture and enjoy home-cooked meals. All homestays are a short bus ride away from the college.

Students cooking in kitchen
Student sitting on sofa with homestay adult

Food

Our bright and spacious dining hall provides a comfortable and relaxed space to eat and socialise. We offer a wide range of delicious and nutritious meals and cater for all dietary requirements. Lunch, Monday to Friday, is included in your tuition fees, when classes are running.

Snacks and drinks are available all day at our café, The Globe, and in the Student Hub. There are a variety of cafés and restaurants offering different cuisines within walking distance in Summertown, or in Oxford city centre.

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