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St Clare’s offers outstanding academic and English Language summer courses that fully immerse students in the beautiful city of Oxford’s academic and cultural environment.

Duration:2-3+ weeksDates:June - August Age Range:9-18+ Fees:From £1,402
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Provider Summary

St Clare’s offers courses to Junior students aged 9-15, Teenagers aged 15-17 and adults aged 18+. With over 70 years of experience, St Clare’s Oxford is one of the older and more established summer school providers on the market, based out of their own school setting close to Oxford city centre. Teaching takes place an attractive residential part of Oxford, while students can either stay in the college or local homestay accommodation, all a short walk from the city centre. Courses on offer are either academic-based or English language, which are uniquely taught through weekly themes, giving students the opportunity to gain an in-depth and focused understanding of their chosen subject. Beyond the classroom, students have access to an extensive and varied activities and excursions programme, as well as time to explore Oxford.

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Provider Highlights

  • An experienced provider that has been running summer courses for more than 65 years
  • Students report a 97% satisfaction rate
  • An exciting range of subjects including English, Business, Art & Digital Design and Science
  • Topical lessons that encourage learning through a range of Weekly Themes and Guest Speaker events
  • Students study in the St Clares centre near Oxford centre, and either live in the college residency or local homestay accommodation
  • All programmes include study visits and excursions around the UK
  • Courses can be 2 or more weeks depending on the age group and course

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What's included

All tuition (20+ hrs/week)Full-board accommodation, either residency or homestayVaried social and activities programmeAt least 1 excursion per week on all coursesTravel insurance

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Comfortable twin or triple rooms in St Clares' residences; Homestay accommodation available for teenage or adult students;Bedding and towels provided;Full Wifi and connectivity;Laundry;Separate boys and girls sleeping areas

Learn more on the official St Clares website.

Upcoming Start Dates

Date: June - August
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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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