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English in Oxford for over 30s

Increased confidence in the use of English

Programme of social activities and cultural experiences

Greater accuracy in grammar

Better pronunciation and greater fluency in speaking

 

English in Oxford for over 30s

A morning of English lessons, followed by a programme of social activities and cultural experiences in the afternoon and at the weekend (all included in fees).

Age: 30+
Level: From lower intermediate (CEF B1) to advanced (CEF C2)
Start dates:
29 June 2025 and 17 August 2025
Course length: 2 weeks
Class size: 8 students
Lessons (hours): 15 (13.75 hours) Monday to Friday
Lesson type: 15 lessons in groups including Study Visits and Guest Speaker events
Package Fee: From £2,368
Package includes: Tuition, accommodation, lunch Monday to Friday, travel insurance, activities, sports and all excursions
Accommodation: College residence and homestay
Timetable: Sample Timetable
Optional extras: Additional Excursions/Activities – £5 – £30
  Airport transfers – view prices
  Courier charges for visa support documents –  £25
  Breakfast and dinner every day – £115 per week
   
Terms & Conditions  

Specifically designed to help you improve your English language skills after your 30s

  • Build your language confidence: Strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities thanks to our supportive learning environment.
  • Learn beyond the classroom: Engage in English lessons during the morning, followed by a series of social and cultural activities throughout the afternoon and weekend.
  • Benefit from Oxford’s cultural heritage: Our weekday activities are designed with an Oxford focus, led by local experts who bring their deep local knowledge to the table.
  • Teaching in small groups: Achieve your learning goals faster thanks to the high staff to student ratio – 8 is the maximum number of students per class.
  • Weekly themes: Our teachers do not follow a set syllabus but make learning interactive by planning lessons around our topical themes and students’ individual needs.  
  • Personal tutor: Receive personalized guidance from a teacher who will help you develop your language skills.
  • Teaching experience: With over 70 years of experience, our team is dedicated to teaching English to non-native speakers in an international community setting.
  • More than a study experience: Establish life-long friendships and connections with international students.
  • Flexible accommodation options: Choose between our student residences, and our trusted Homestay Providers or arrange your accommodation. 
  • Convenient location: We are situated just under one hour by train from central London, London’s airports and other sights of interest such as Bath, Stonehenge, Stratford Upon Avon and the Cotswolds. 
  • Accredited by the British Council (BC) and the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for the teaching of English
  • Specialist membership: A member of Quality English and English UK.
  • Teaching is excellent and promotes successful learning – ISI PFE March 2019
Contact us

 

 
Manuela Williams
Admissions Registrar
+44 1865 517706
manuela.williams@stclares.ac.uk

 

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