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Book OnlineComplete the booking form using the Apply Now button. |
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Receive Application MaterialsWe send you an application form, a pre-interview task, and (if needed) a short English language test. |
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Submit Your ApplicationReturn all materials to celta@stclares.ac.uk |
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Interview StageWe review your application and invite you to an interview (online or in person) with one of our CELTA Teacher Trainers. You also complete a short timed-writing task. |
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OutcomeWe inform you of the result of your interview. |
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Secure Your PlaceIf accepted, pay your deposit and registration fee. |
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Before the CourseReceive your welcome letter and pay the balance of fees 3 weeks prior to course start date. |
At St Clare’s, interviews are a chance to get to know you – and for you to discover more about life here.
CELTA candidates require an excellent level of English, both written and spoken, at CEFR level C2 or very high C1. You may be asked to provide proof of this, such as a Cambridge Proficiency certificate, or an IELTS score of 7.5 or above.
Applicants must also be at least 18 years old by the start of the course. No previous teaching experience is required.
You’ll teach in a real ELT classroom
Fees & Dates
2026 - 2027
| Course | residential Start Date | non-residential start date | non-residential end date | Residential End Date | Format | tuition |
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| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 14 June 2026 | Monday 15 June 2026 | Friday 10 July 2026 | Saturday 11 July 2026 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 12 July 2026 | Monday 13 July 2026 | Friday 7 August 2026 | Saturday 8 August 2026 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 9 August 2026 | Monday 10 August 2026 | Friday 4 September 2026 | Saturday 5 September 2026 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 6 September 2026 | Monday 7 September 2026 | Friday 2 October 2026 | Saturday 3 October 2026 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 8 November 2026 | Monday 9 November 2026 | Friday 4 December 2026 | Saturday 5 December 2026 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 10 January 2027 | Monday 11 January 2027 | Friday 5 February 2027 | Saturday 6 February 2027 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 11 April 2027 | Monday 12 April 2027 | Friday 7 May 2027 | Saturday 8 May 2027 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 6 June 2027 | Monday 7 June 2027 | Friday 2 July 2027 | Saturday 3 July 2027 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 4 July 2027 | Monday 5 July 2027 | Friday 30 July 2027 | Saturday 31 July 2027 | In person | £1,650 |
| CELTA Level 1 | Sunday 1 August 2027 | Monday 2 August 2027 | Friday 27 August 2027 | Saturday 28 August 2027 | In person | £1,650 |
Application Fees:
Registration Fee: £100
Prerequisite: No teaching experience required
Class Size: 18 max
Accommodation (Optional):
| September 2025 - August 2026 |
| Twin Standard: £1,124 |
| Twin Superior: £1,384 |
| Single Standard: £1,468 |
| Single Superior: £1,744 |
| August 2026 - September 2027 |
| Twin Standard: £1,192 |
| Twin Superior: £1,480 |
| Single Standard: £1,540 |
| Single Superior: £1,832 |
Homestay (Optional):
| September 2025 - August 2026 |
| Single Standard: £1,224 |
| Single Superior: £1,536 |
| August 2026 - September 2027 |
| Single Standard: £1,284 |
| Single Superior: £1,612 |
Meals:
- Tuition includes lunch Monday–Friday
- Breakfast and dinner are available on a pay-as-you-go basis
Discover whats next.
Your journey starts today.
Now take a moment to get ready. Review our pre-arrival information, arrange your accommodation, explore what life in Oxford has to offer, and get to know our facilities. Everything you need for a rewarding and intensive four weeks of CELTA training awaits you.
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