Oxford International Study Centre

The school aims to support students in achieving their personal educational goals within a safe, welcoming, and encouraging environment. It emphasizes flexibility, recognizing that each student possesses a unique personality and learning style. The institution is committed to providing tailored programmes that meet the specific needs of every individual, whether they are international or domestic students.

The school offers full-time and part-time study in over 30 academic subjects, including GCSE and A-Level preparation, Easter revision courses, pre-university courses, and British school preparation. Its English Language department provides group classes and 1:1 tuition in General English, IELTS preparation, and Business English, with levels ranging from Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C2+). Additionally, the school offers professional training, corporate courses, and summer programmes.

The school provides a high level of pastoral care, including the assignment of personal tutors to students. It offers individual educational counselling for those applying to British universities and provides regular progress reports. For English language learners, the school conducts online interviews for courses exceeding eight weeks to ensure realistic goal setting and progress tracking.

Prospective students must complete an online application form, which includes personal details, accommodation requirements, and course preferences. Students under 18 are not placed in classes with adults, except for 16- and 17-year-olds who may be placed in adult classes if deemed advantageous. The school provides visa sponsorship for eligible students, and applicants must declare any previous unsuccessful UK visa applications. Accommodation options include homestay or self-catering/half-board student residences, with arrivals typically scheduled for Sundays and departures for Saturdays.

The school operates on a three-term academic year (Autumn, Spring, and Summer) with half-term breaks. Full-time academic programmes follow these specific term dates, while English Language and short-course students may begin their studies on any Monday throughout the year, excluding designated closure periods. The college is closed for lessons during the Christmas/New Year period and does not hold classes on major UK bank holidays for full-time academic students.

The school operates from two central Oxford locations: the St Aldates Centre and the King Edward Street Academic Centre. The St Aldates site is a historic, 400-year-old building featuring 12 classrooms, a student common room, a kitchen, and administrative offices. The King Edward Street site serves as the dedicated academic centre, situated within the city's academic district near various university colleges.