Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 years old)

Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 years old) summer course in Oxford, by St Clares.

Intensive English Exam Preparation (15-17 years old)

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Course Summary

Develop Confidence in Exams: Build exam skills for IELTS or Cambridge English, with focused tips, practice, and strategies to maximise your performance.

Prepare for Academic Study: Strengthen essential skills – critical thinking, essay writing, research, presentations, and debate – that will support your future studies.

Personal Research Project: Work independently on a project that develops your research skills and prepares you for the demands of higher education.

Inspiring Guest Speakers & Study Visits: Learn beyond the classroom with visits to Oxford’s academic resources and talks from professionals who connect theory to real-world practice.

Careers Advice Session: Gain practical guidance from experts on career pathways related to your course, helping you plan for your academic and professional future.

Small Class Sizes & Quality Support: Study in classes of up to 12 students, ensuring personalised feedback, encouragement, and focused academic support.

Learning Resources: Take advantage of our library with access to a large collection of books, journals and newspapers spread across 4 storeys and browse through the resources handpicked by our librarian that are related to the weekly theme.

More Than Just Studying: Enjoy a balance of academics and fun, with sports, social activities, and excursions to London, cultural landmarks, heritage sites, and theme parks..

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Course Highlights

  • Academic excellence: We offer specialist English language teaching through our 70+ years of academic expertise
  • 99% student recommendation: We take learning beyond the classroom and provide a stimulating academic environment as well as an enjoyable variety of study visits, activities and excursions
  • Teaching approach: Our lessons are interactive and promote learning through specialist themes which change every week, view our themes on our Junior, Teenager and Adult Summer course pages
  • International mix: Our courses attract a diverse mix of students, so you benefit from a thriving international community and a chance to make friends from all around the world
  • Location: Our short courses for adults and teenagers take place in elegant buildings, within the academic city of Oxford. Oxford is only an hour away by train from London
  • Supportive service: Our facilities provide a safe environment to live and study, and our staff take extra care to support your welfare.

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What's included

Tuitionaccommodationmealstravel insuranceactivitiessports & 1 excursion per week

Academics & Extracurriculars

Learning extends beyond the classroom with topical weekly themes that connect lessons to real-world topics. Study visits and guest speakers tied to each theme enrich the experience, while English classes tailored to every excursion help students gain a deeper understanding from each trip.

Upcoming Start Dates

Date: 28 June
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Date: 19 July
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Summer Academic & English Programme for Teenagers in Oxford

£2,486 - £5,670
15-17
21 June - 12 August 2026

Summer English language and academic courses for teenagers aged 15-17, combining interactive learning, academic support, and cultural activities in a supportive environment in Oxford.

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FAQ's

St Clares Frequently Asked Questions
Are airport transfers provided?
Junior programmes (ages 9-15) include free Heathrow transfers. For Juniors using other airports, older teenagers (ages 15-17) and adults please see our list of transfer prices: https://stclares.ac.uk/student-life/airport-transfers/
Is course insurance provided?
Insurance is included. Details of the coverage are available at this link - https://stclares.ac.uk/app/uploads/Insurance-policy-for-personal-accident-and-group-travel.pdf
What supervision is provided?
Juniors are monitored closely on a secure campus. Older Teenagers and Adults are issued with a photo ID card that is needed to access any of our College buildings and residences. A team that includes Teachers, House Parents, Activity Leaders and a Nurse led by our experienced Course Director and Welfare Manager is available 24/7 to supervise students under 18 years of age.
How many hours of tuition are provided?
Juniors – 16.5 hours per week Teenagers – 19.25 or 22.9 hours per week Adults – 13.75 or 19.25 hours per week
What visa do I need and how do I get it?
Students will either need a Standard Visitor Visa for stays up to 6 months or a new eVisa. Learn more at https://stclares.ac.uk/about-us/visa-advice/.
Where will I be staying / what is the accommodation like?
- Juniors aged 9-12 – dormitories of 4-6 students at the Headington Rye Prep School campus - Juniors aged 13-15 – single or twin rooms at the Headington Rye Prep School campus - Older teenagers stay in a shared residential room near the main College buildings at 139 Banbury Road - Adults have a choice of single or twin rooms at 3 Bardwell Road or 382 Banbury Road
Will I get a certificate?
Student will receive a certificate from St Clare’s and a personalised report at the end of the course.

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