Oxford International Study Centre
7, St Aldates, Oxford OX1 1BS , United Kingdom
Oxford International Study Centre is in the heart of the University city of Oxford, and welcomes students from all over the world. OISC is accredited by the Independent Schools Inspectorate has a UKVI Tier 4 licence, is a member of the European Association for International Education and the Council of British International Schols. We are also associate members of the European Council of International Schools, and of the Swiss Group of International Schools . Our programmes for teachers are recognised by Erasmus Plus.






School location
Special offers
Winter discount 10% of tuition (November to end of February)
One free leader place in 10 for groups, including accommodation
Family discount 10% of tuition for 3 rd and more members
General Information
- COVID-19 school operational status: fully operational
- Minimum age of students: 5
- Lesson duration: 45 min
- Maximum class size: 15
- Average number of students in group: 6
- Number of classrooms: 25
- School's foundation year: 2006
- Level placement test on the first day: yes
- The nearest airport: Heathrow
- Distance from the nearest airport: 80 km
- School opening times: 9am
- School closed on national and regional holidays: 01.01.2021, 02.04.2021, 05.04.2021, 03.05.2021, 31.05.2021, 30.08.2021, 19.12.2021, 20.12.2021, 21.12.2021, 22.12.2021, 23.12.2021, 24.12.2021, 25.12.2021, 26.12.2021, 27.12.2021, 28.12.2021, 29.12.2021, 30.12.2021, 31.12.2021
- Distance from the airport: LHR-Heathrow Airport km, LTN-London Luton Airport km
Facilities
- Library
- Free WIFI
- Tea / Coffee room
- Photocopier for student use
- Kitchen for student use
- Computer lab
- Self study room
Classroom equipment
- Air-conditioning in some classrooms
- Heating in all classrooms
- Audio-TV in some classrooms
The price includes
- Free certificate of course attendance
- WIFI Internet at school
- Language level placement test on the first day at school
- Language test before the course
- Organized activities at school
Course materials:
Top student nationalities
Leisure activities
Activities | Included / at extra cost | Distance from school |
---|---|---|
Golf | ||
Horse riding | 5 km | |
Skating | 1 km | |
Music | 1 km | |
Football | ||
Swimming | 2 km | |
Squash | 2 km | |
Tennis | 2 km |
Courses
Standard group Programme
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 20 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 16 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 7 |
Maximum group size | 16 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ one-off |
Course description
We offer General English at all levels from English to Proficiency. Students are assessed before and on arrival.Both communication and written skills are taught, usually in mixed nationality groups. General English can be combined with other subjects .
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Required minimum language level
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Intensive Group Programme
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 30 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 16 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 7 |
Maximum group size | 16 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ |
Course description
We offer General English at all levels from English to Proficiency. Students are assessed before and on arrival.Both communication and written skills are taught, usually in mixed nationality groups. General English can be combined with other subjects .
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
20 + 5 private lessons per week
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 25 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 16 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 7 |
Maximum group size | 16 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ one-off |
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Private tuition
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 10 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 5 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 1 |
Maximum group size | 1 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ one-off |
Course description
We offer one-to-one or shared tutorials . These can be in general,academic or specialist English. Students may book 10 - 30 lessons a week and the arrangements are very flexible.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Business English
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 20 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 18 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 5 |
Maximum group size | 10 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ one-off |
Course description
CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) is increasingly popular in European schools and colleges. The aim is to teach both the subject and the language …in the words of the British Council “Using language to learn, learning to use language”.At Oxford International Study Centre we have many years of experience of teaching over 30 specialist subjects.
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Required minimum language level
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Refresher courses for international teachers
Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
Maximum course length in weeks | 48 |
lessons per week | 20 |
Lesson duration | 45 min |
Minimum age of students | 18 |
Maximum age of students | 100 |
Average number of students in group | 5 |
Maximum group size | 10 |
Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
CAS Issuing fee | 40 £ one-off |
Course description
The course is aimed at trainee or practising teachers of English and other subjects, who wish to develop their language and teaching skills further.
At the end of the course you will have:
explored teaching methods and resources
improved your classroom and presentational skills
improved your own communication skills
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course hours
Course start dates
Accommodation
Host Family host family
Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
Minimum age | 16 |
Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 80 £ |

School residence residence
Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
Minimum age | 12 |
Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 80 £ |
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Terms & Conditions
Payment
Fees must be paid in full 21 days before arrival. A deposit (or full fees for programmes of one month or less) is required on enrolment to secure bookings. Payment must be made in Pounds Sterling, either by cheque, bank transfer, or in cash. International bank transfers are subject to a surcharge.
Courses
When there is no alternative, we reserve the right to alter courses and course dates without notice. In such cases, alternative arrangements will be made of equal or greater value than the original course booking. All lessons are 45 minutes long (unless otherwise stated). In the event of a subject being booked by only one student, we offer individual lessons of equal or greater value, or an alternative subject where a group is available. Such arrangements will always be discussed with students and parents/agents.
Enrolment
Enrolment is confirmed only when we have received all fees, completed application forms, and a signed copy of the student terms and conditions. Student may begin their programme on any Monday, except public holidays and during the Christmas closure period of two weeks – please confirm dates before applying. Applications must be accompanied by a passport scan and copy of recent qualifications, where appropriate.
We require that students applying for A-Level programmes have the equivalent of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C, and English at CEFR level B2 - IELTS 5.0 or equivalent. Students applying for GCSE or Pre-Boarding programmes must demonstrate aptitude in Maths and English appropriate to their year group.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Please note that the refund and cancellation policy for groups is different, and each group has its own separate agreement.
A total refund (less registration fee, accommodation service fee, any expenses - eg. courier fee - and administration fee of £50) is payable when:
A visa application has been rejected, an appeal has been made, and the two letters of rejection are shown
30 days’ cancellation notice is given, prior to course commencement
Evidence is produced concerning death or serious illness involving the student or their immediate family
Important note: Students using a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) to apply for a Tier 4 visa must use an approved visa application service, and send a full copy of the application documentation to OISC before submission. If these are not submitted, or an application is refused due to a clearly avoidable student/agent error, the above refund policy is void and any refunds offered are discretionary. Such refusals can put the Tier 4 Sponsor Licence of the college in serious jeopardy.
Students registered for programmes of more than one term in duration must give a term’s notice in writing if they do not wish to complete their programme, or pay one term’s fees in lieu.
A 50% refund is payable when 15-29 days’ cancellation notice is given, prior to course commencement.
A 25% refund is payable when 3-14 days’ cancellation notice is given, prior to course commencement.
No refund of deposit or fees paid is made to students who cancel courses with less than 72 hours’ notice, or after commencement, or to students who fail to arrive in Oxford after a CAS has been issued and a visa granted, even if notice is given.
The above refund conditions refer to tuition, accommodation, and all other payments. The above terms also apply to cancellation or postponement due to circumstances beyond our control, eg. disruption of flights, and you are advised to take out insurance against such events before travelling.
Medical and Travel Insurance
Students must obtain medical and travel insurance prior to enrolment.
Student Conduct
OISC reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student, without refund, who behaves in a manner which is deemed to be unsatisfactory. In all such cases, the Home Office and the student’s family will be informed. A copy of the full policy on disciplinary procedures and exclusions is available on the website.
Liability and Complaints
OISC is not liable for any damage sustained by students, or their property, howsoever caused, while enrolled at the College. Complaints about any aspect of OISC should be addressed directly to the Principal. A copy of the full complaints procedure is available on request.
By completing the application form and applying to study at OISC, you agree that these Terms and Conditions have been read and understood.
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