Our Juniors programme offers an unforgettable experience in the historic city of Oxford, combining top-quality English learning with cultural exploration. With over 70 years of experience in language education and a strong IB World School heritage, St Clare’s delivers engaging courses such as Active English (with afternoon electives), Active English + STEM, and Young Leaders in Oxford. Students enjoy interactive lessons linked to topical weekly themes, excursions to iconic UK destinations, and hands-on workshops, all within a supportive, international environment that welcomes learners from over 60 countries. Campus life is vibrant, with modern classrooms, sports facilities, comfortable accommodation, nutritious meals, and a full programme of activities including arts, sports, and social events. Excursions to sites like Blenheim Palace, the London Eye, and Warwick Castle, plus opportunities for punting, camping, and STEM challenges, ensure students are active, engaged, and inspired. With 24/7 supervision and personalised support, St Clare’s creates a safe and stimulating environment where young learners grow academically, socially, and personally while making lifelong friendships.
The academic programme combines structured English tuition with immersive, real-world learning. Lessons are built around engaging weekly themes that connect classroom study to global topics, while classes are tailored to excursion destinations so students can apply their language skills in authentic cultural contexts and gain deeper insight from every trip. Students choose from three specialist pathways: Active English, developing confidence across speaking, listening, reading, and writing through culturally enriched study visits - with a choice of afternoon electives including Performing Arts, Football Coaching, or Tennis Coaching; Active English + STEM, blending language learning with coding, engineering challenges, and science and maths workshops; and Young Leaders in Oxford, focusing on leadership, critical thinking, resilience, and global issues alongside outdoor pursuits in the British countryside.
A key highlight of the summer school is its dynamic and varied activities programme, designed to keep students engaged, active, and entertained throughout their stay. Activities range from sports like football, swimming, and tennis to creative and social options such as arts and crafts, board games, quizzes, treasure trails, talent shows, discos, film nights, and even circus skills workshops. The summer school also features an exciting excursion programme, with up to 3 excursions included per week to some of the UK’s most popular attractions. Destinations offering students a perfect mix of fun, culture, and discovery, may include the London Eye, Natural History Museum, Warwick Castle, Thorpe Park, Blenheim Palace, a water park and a scenic London River Cruise.
Campus life is vibrant and welcoming, with students from over 35 countries creating a diverse and inclusive community. The campus features modern classrooms, IT facilities, woodland, sports fields, sports hall, tennis courts, astro pitch, and an indoor swimming pool. Common rooms and green outdoor spaces provide areas for socialising and relaxation. Accommodation is comfortable and ageappropriate, with multi-bed rooms for younger students, and single or twin rooms for older students. Boys and girls live separately, and all rooms come with weekly bedding and towel changes. A personal laundry service is available. The dining hall serves nutritious meals three times a day, catering to all dietary needs. Snacks and drinks are offered during morning and afternoon breaks.
Summer English courses for adults, focusing on language improvement, cultural awareness, and a range of activities in Oxford's historic setting.
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.
Summer Courses Guide
