What curriculum does St. Clare's, Oxford offer?

St. Clare's, Oxford offers IB Diploma.

How much is tuition at St. Clare's, Oxford?

Annual tuition at St. Clare's, Oxford is £31K–£66.2K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.

Is St. Clare's, Oxford a day or boarding school?

St. Clare's, Oxford is a day school.

What accreditations does St. Clare's, Oxford hold?

St. Clare's, Oxford holds accreditations including IB.

Is St. Clare's, Oxford co-educational?

St. Clare's, Oxford is a co-ed school.

Where is St. Clare's, Oxford located?

St. Clare's, Oxford is an international school in Oxford, United Kingdom.

St. Clare's, Oxford

St Clare's

Secular, Founded 1953

Updated July 2026

Co-edGender

DayType

Non-profitOwnership

Curriculum

IB Diploma

Accreditations

Languages

English

St Clare’s is an independent, non-profit international school in Oxford offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) and a range of English language and academic programmes. With over 70 years of experience, it provides a global education to students from over 50 nationalities.

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Curriculum

IB Diploma

Term structure

Three terms

Teaching approach

St Clare’s is a non-profit educational charity that reinvests all income into its students, staff, and facilities. It fosters a vibrant, international community that celebrates diversity and encourages critical thinking, creativity, and global engagement. The school emphasizes holistic education, aiming to develop students' life skills, independence, and a clear direction for their future.

Programmes

The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and Pre-IB programmes, alongside an International College that provides University Foundation and Undergraduate programmes. English language offerings include 'English for Life', 'English for Exams' (IELTS, Cambridge), and 'English plus Academic Subjects'. Additionally, the school runs summer courses for juniors (9-15), teenagers (15-17), and adults (18+), as well as teacher training for CELTA and DELTA qualifications.

Outcomes

Graduates of St Clare’s achieve high academic success, with 95% of students securing places at their first-choice universities globally. Students frequently progress to study in fields such as business, politics, law, creative arts, and international relations. The school’s alumni network spans over 70 years, and graduates are noted for their independence, social confidence, and global mindset.

Student support

EAL support

Unknown

Learning support

Dedicated department

Learning support

St Clare’s provides personalised learning and support through small class sizes and personal tutors. The school offers dedicated support for students with special educational needs (SEN) and maintains an accessible room for students with disabilities. Additionally, the University and Careers Counselling team provides one-to-one guidance for university applications, internships, and gap year opportunities.

Frequently asked questions(6)

What curriculum does St. Clare's, Oxford offer?: St. Clare's, Oxford offers IB Diploma.
How much is tuition at St. Clare's, Oxford?: Annual tuition at St. Clare's, Oxford is £31K–£66.2K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
Is St. Clare's, Oxford a day or boarding school?: St. Clare's, Oxford is a day school.
What accreditations does St. Clare's, Oxford hold?: St. Clare's, Oxford holds accreditations including IB.
Is St. Clare's, Oxford co-educational?: St. Clare's, Oxford is a co-ed school.
Where is St. Clare's, Oxford located?: St. Clare's, Oxford is an international school in Oxford, United Kingdom.

Tuition & fees

Annual tuition by grade

2026-2027

Annual tuition by grade
Grade	Ages	Annual
Boarding	15–19	£66.2K
Day	15–19	£31K

Other fees(7)

Other fees
Registration fee· For all Courses	£180
Deposit· IB Diploma Enrolment Deposit	£3.5K
Deposit· Pre-IB enrolment deposit (Full Year: £3,500, Autumn/Spring: £1,400, Summer: £700)	£3.5K
Insurance· Travel and fees insurance are included in course fees	—
Materials· Art materials (compulsory for IB Visual Arts course) for 2 years	£160
Uniform· Team sports kit (compulsory for all competitive sports teams) £85-130	£130
Bus / transport· Airport transfers £190-305	£305

Admissions

St Clare’s welcomes applications from international students. The admissions process involves an enquiry, and prospective families are encouraged to attend open days or take virtual tours of the campus. The school offers scholarships and bursaries for entry onto the IB Diploma programme, as well as awards for individual music tuition.

Calendar

The academic year is divided into three terms: Autumn, Spring, and Summer. The 2025-2026 Autumn term begins on 1 September 2025, with the Spring term starting 12 January 2026 and the Summer term starting 13 April 2026. The school closes for half-term and seasonal holidays, with specific arrival and departure days for students.

Facilities

LibraryScience labsArt roomMusic roomSports fieldGymnasiumFitness centreTennis courtsBoarding

About the campus

The campus comprises over 25 Victorian and Edwardian buildings in north Oxford, featuring modern teaching spaces, science laboratories, art and music studios, and a large university-level library with digital and physical resources. Sports facilities include access to the Oxford City Football Club, Kirtlington Golf Club, Ferry Leisure Centre, Oxfordshire Health and Racquets Club, and Smash Padel Oxford. The school also provides an accessible room for students with disabilities and a non-denominational prayer room.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a diverse co-curricular programme including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Bronze for Pre-IB, Gold for IB Diploma), sports, and arts. Students can participate in competitive sports such as football, badminton, volleyball, basketball, and tennis. Additionally, the school provides leadership programmes, study visits, and various clubs to foster personal development and social confidence.

Duncan ReithPrincipal
Duncan joined St Clare’s as Principal in September 2022, bringing over twenty years of experience in education management across international, independent, and state schools. He holds an MA in Classics from Oxford, an MA in English Literature from the Open University, a PGCE, and an MBA from Durham University. Throughout his career, he has held various leadership roles, including Headteacher of Charterhouse in Shenzhen and Vice Principal of Shrewsbury in Guangzhou.
Becky AllenVice Principal, Pastoral (IB World School)
Becky joined St Clare’s as Vice Principal, Pastoral in September 2023, bringing extensive experience in pastoral leadership and management from roles at Roedean School and Ardingly College. She holds a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an MA in English from the University of Warwick. Alongside her work at St Clare’s, she is a Team Inspector for the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and a safeguarding link governor for a local secondary school.
David WhiteVice Principal, Academic (IB World School)
David joined St. Clare’s as Vice Principal, Academic in September 2023, following a twenty-four-year career teaching internationally in Singapore, the UAE, and Romania. He holds a BA in English and Philosophy, a PGCE, a Master's in Film, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology. He has extensive experience with the IBO as a teacher and examiner and previously served as IB Diploma Coordinator and Vice Principal at the American International School of Bucharest.
Suzanne MowatDirector of Marketing, Admissions and Development
Suzanne joined St Clare’s in July 2018 and provides strategic leadership for student recruitment, marketing, and admissions activities across the college. She holds a BA (Hons) in Communication, Media and Culture and has over 14 years of international marketing and admissions experience in the Higher Education sector, including a role as Head of International Student Recruitment, Marketing and Development at Oxford Brookes University.
Dobrila ArezinaDirector of the International College
Dobrila has been with St Clare’s since 1999, holding various roles in administration and residence management before becoming Director of the International College. She holds a BA (Hons) in Business Administration, Marketing, and Accounting. Her work focuses on fostering a safe, inclusive environment and leveraging her extensive operational experience in the international student sector.
Justin MooreBursar and Clerk to The Governors
Justin leads the college’s non-academic activities, having joined St Clare’s in 2019 after serving as Bursar of Bishop Wordsworth’s School. He left the Army in 2013 and brings his experience in management to his current role as Bursar and Clerk to the Governors.
Simon TalbotDirector of Summer and Short Courses
Simon joined St Clare’s in 2023 to lead the newly formed Summer and Short Courses division, overseeing programmes for over 1200 students annually. He has worked with international students since 2007 across various educational settings, including summer schools, boarding schools, and universities in the UK and overseas.