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St. Clare's Oxford
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Location
Oxford
Year of foundation
1953
Age
9—17 years old
Accomodation
Residence
For
Сhildren
Age: 9-17 years.
Dates: 21 June – 11 August 2026.
Course length: 2, 3 or 4 weeks (depending on programme).
St. Clare’s College Oxford is located in the world-famous university city of Oxford, one of the most beautiful cities in England. The college was opened in 1953. This is an independent international boarding school.
The college is located 1.5 kilometers from the city center. The academic buildings are located in old Victorian buildings, which were built in the 18th century. It takes just 1.5 hours to get to London. Students have the opportunity to visit the capital of England to see all its historical sights, visit exhibitions, go to concerts or just go shopping.
Key factors
- Professional teachers who will help you make significant progress in learning English in a short period of time.
- Classes are available for children of different levels of preparation, including beginners.
- The combination of English lessons and an active program of events and excursions will allow you to spend a bright, unforgettable and at the same time productive summer.
- The IB (International Baccalaureate) preparation course will help the most interested and active students learn more about the program and prepare for their studies.
Facilities
St. Clare’s consists of 28 buildings of amazing architecture. The college has an excellent library, which contains over 35,000 books, journals and periodicals. There is also a computer room where students can study: prepare reports, essays and presentations.
The college has excellent facilities for academic, sporting and cultural activities. New art studio opened in 2015, music school, new science labs, computer rooms, canteen, student café,
Programme
Courses for children aged 9-15
Active English: English lessons + afternoon activities.
- Explorers (9-12 years): work on English language projects inspired by Oxford’s unique cultural and academic institutions.
- Media and Communications (13-15 years): children develop their English language skills through creating content for social media, short video production, advertising and journalism.
- Performing Arts: children develop skills in a range of performing arts including acting, dance, public speaking and improvisation.
- Football: Children improve their football skills with professional Football Association-qualified coaches.
- Tennis: Coaching from professional LTA-qualified coaches.
Active English: + STEM
Develop English language skills while exploring the exciting world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Children take part in hands-on workshops, including programming, robotics, engineering challenges and science experiments designed to develop creativity and problem-solving skills. The course provides a future-focused experience that will prepare them for future studies and inspire discovery.
Young Leaders (for children aged 13-15): Children will develop leadership qualities, critical thinking skills, and mindfulness. They will learn about the global issues facing the leaders of tomorrow, including climate change, international relations, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and global citizenship. Children will exchange ideas, develop teamwork skills, and improve their fluency in public speaking.
Courses for children aged 15-17
English
Program duration – from 2 to 9 weeks. This is the most popular program that combines lessons aimed at developing language skills and practical lessons on using English in real life.
21 lessons per week. Each lesson lasts 55 minutes. Classes are available for students of any level: from beginners to advanced. Before the start of classes, a language test is conducted to create groups of the same level. Lessons are divided into 2 types:
- Classes aimed at developing basic language skills and abilities: reading, writing, listening, speaking. Much attention is paid to practical grammar and vocabulary development.
- Language practice, the purpose of which is to teach how to express your thoughts and speak a foreign language fluently. Students create their own small project, which they discuss in groups and present to the whole class. Examples of project topics: youth and culture, world affairs, news and media, college magazine, advertising language, Oxford in fiction and many more.
Intensive English
Program duration - 3 weeks. The program is for students with a good level of English (intermediate to advanced). Classes focus onthe following subjects:
- Development of core language skills: grammar, listening, speaking, reading, writing.
- Speech development: dialogue practice, role-plays, debates, discussions and presentations.
- English for study and exam skills: note-taking, research, IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation.
25 lessons per week. Each lesson lasts 55 minutes. The program is very intensive, students will be completely immersed in language learning. A large number of tasks, interested teachers and regular progress monitoring will significantly improve their knowledge of English.
Introduction to the IB program
Duration of the program - 3 weeks. A programme for young people planning to study the IB (International Baccalaureate) programme in the future. St. Clare's has been teaching the IB programme for over 30 years. Qualified and professional teachers will help you prepare for study and develop the necessary skills for success in your studies.
24 lessons per week. Each lesson lasts 55 minutes. Each week of the three-week course is devoted to certain topics: mathematics and humanities, science and art, language and literature. As part of the programme, students will listen to a course of lectures on international issues, global problems, politics and social development.
Science at Oxford
The duration of the programme is 2 weeks. The course develops practical research skills. The programme includes 25 lessons per week. There are a maximum of 12 students in a class. Laboratory work includes: an introduction to measurement methods and observation techniques. Students learn to identify and control variables, record results, draw and evaluate conclusions, measure, and use equipment and microscopes to record data.
Art and Digital Design
The course lasts 2 weeks. This course is for creative students who want to build their own portfolio. The course consists of 25 lessons per week. There is a maximum of 12 students in a class. Students will also explore a wide range of artistic techniques including: darkroom and digital photography, 2D drawing, painting, printmaking, illustration, 3D textiles and fashion.
Business at Oxford
The course lasts 2 weeks.
The course consists of 25 lessons per week. There is a maximum of 12 students in a class.
This course will help you develop the foundational skills for an international career. The course Includes a business trip to Oxford and presentations by invited speakers with first-hand experience of the business world.
Accommodation and meals
Residential accommodation in one of the houses, which are within walking distance of the main college buildings. Boys and girls live in separate houses. Each house is mixed with people from different nationalities so that children can practice English in a real language environment. This type of accommodation is a great way to make friends from all over the world.
Meals are served in the school canteen, where there is always a large choice of hot and cold dishes. There is a vegetarian menu, always plenty of fresh fruit and a salad bar. There is a café next to the college where you can buy sandwiches, snacks and light drinks during the day.
Sport
Tennis tournaments, Zumba, volleyball, table tennis, rugby, basketball, ice skating, football.
Entertainment
In the afternoon, students are offered interesting sports and entertainment activities that will not let them get bored for a minute: team building games, discos, T-shirt design, Thames rafting, casino nights, film screenings, talent shows, karaoke and much more.
Excursions
The program includes 1 excursion per week.
Examples of excursions:
- London - a fascinating full-day trip with visits to attractions and museums.
- Stonehenge - a visit to the famous stone structure.
- Windsor Castle - a visit to the residence of the British royal family.
- Stratford-upon-Avon - a full-day excursion with a visit to the city where William Shakespeare was born.
Cost, 2026
Courses for children aged 9-15:
Active English - £3,695 for 2 weeks, £5,100 for 3 weeks
Active English + STEM - £3,975 for 2 weeks
Young Leaders - £3,975 for 2 weeks
Courses for children aged 15-17:
English Language - £2,486 for 2 weeks, £3,600 for 3 weeks, £4,700 for 4 weeks
Intensive English - £4,350 for 3 weeks
Introduction to the IB programme - £5,670 for 3 weeks
Science, Arts, Business - £3,790 for 2 weeks
Included in the price
- Tuition
- Accommodation and meals
- Educational materialsrials
- Excursions
- Sports, entertainment and cultural events
- Certificate of completion of the course
- Insurance
- Use of computers, library and internet
Additionally paid
- Flight
- Visa
- Transfers from and to the airport
- Educational company services
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