CAS is one of the core components of the IB Diploma, which stands for Creativity, Activity, and Service. St Clare’s is very committed to the CAS programme as the experiences offered by the school are meant to promote the development of the IB learner...
Accommodation for teenagers aged 15-17 years old


Residential houses
Our accommodation comprises of 15 residential houses within a 5 minute walk of Banbury Road, where our teaching facilities are located. Each house accommodates between 7-25 students. The atmosphere is welcoming, informal and friendly. Our investment in our accommodation offers a safe and comfortable boarding experience. We welcome students from all over the world. You may be allocated a room with student from another country. This helps you make friends and enhances the international experience.
- Our House Parents are responsible for the supervision, welfare and care of students in each residence
- Residences are twin or triple rooms, with a limited number of single available. Male and female students live in separate houses
- All houses have a common room and a kitchen to make drinks and snacks
- Meals are provided in our modern and recently upgraded dining hall
- Free WIFI is available in each house and every student room
- House rules may differ for different age group. However, house rules must be followed
- Bed linen, towels and other useful amenities are provided
- Access to 24 hour welfare support through our network of deans, teachers, House Parents, and College nurses.
Our residences are just a short walk from the beautiful and historic city of Oxford where students can experience a thriving hub of culture and city sights.


Homestay
If you wish to immerse yourself in the dynamic and diverse culture in and around Oxford, you can choose to live in a homestay with one of our welcoming local hosts. This option gives you the chance to discover more about the local way of life with its mixture of the traditional and the modern and stay close to many iconic locations. The fascinating and multi-cultural city of Oxford also offers several different types of cuisine for you to sample and your host will serve their favourite home-cooked dishes from this selection. All our homestay providers are a short bus ride away from the College.
Room types: | A single room with shared bathroom or a superior room with an ensuite bathroom |
Facilities: | Study area within private room and access to shared living spaces |
Residential services: | Breakfast and evening meals 7 days a week. Bed linen and towels changed once a week, laundry Washed |
Support: | Your host will help you settle into your new home |


Supportive environment
The campus is a safe, secure and welcoming with fantastic facilities. We make sure that all of our young students feel supported when they arrive to help them settle in quickly. Our friendly and experienced team provide excellent care 24/7.
Further Reading
Hear from our Students: International Night – A Night of Culture and Connection
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Hear from our Students: Golf at St Clare’s
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