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Oxford International Study CentreOxford, England UK

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3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Overall school rating of Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford
Ranked #9 of 30 English schools in Oxford
School
Location of the school
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Facilities
3.4 

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
3.2 

Rating: 3.2/5.0

Value for money
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
2.0 

Rating: 2.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

(4)
Students 18-30 years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(1)
Students 31-49 years
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

(0)
Students 50+ years
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

(1)
What we like about the school
  • OISC has a grade one inspection report of the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
  • Oxford City Library membership is arranged for all students.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

The school promotes that staff members of OISC are sympathetic, clear communicators with a thorough knowledge of their courses and procedures. They also state that staff are sensitive to the culture and customs of any student's home country.

Location: Oxford International Study Centre is located in the unique, student-friendly city of Oxford, in central southern England. Housed in the city centre, the school is well-placed and within a moment's walk of such sites as the Oxford Botanic Garden, the Ashmolean Museum, Christ Church Meadow, Radcliffe Camera, the Bodleian Library, the Covered Market, and numerous parks and green spaces.

Social and Cultural: The school provides a regular activities programme for students to enjoy. Activities and excursions organised by the school can include punting on the river, trips to London, including boat rides on the Thames, and days out to Stratford and Warwick Castle.

Getting around: Oxford is a fantastic city to walk or take a bike around. The school is within a 500m walk of bike rental services, ensuring students can easily find a bike should they wish. For arrivals and departures, OISC is within a 15-minute walk of the train station and a 20-minute taxi ride from Oxford International Airport.

Course selection: The school offers a wide range of courses suitable for students of all levels and various necessities. Teacher Training programmes are also available throughout the year.
  • The language school Oxford International Study Centre was founded in Oxford, England UK in 2006.
  • Legal name / parent company: Oxford International Study Centre Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: 5828476
  • Abbreviated name of school: OISC Oxford

English Courses

General Language
Private
Work & Study
Business
Specialty Courses

Information for all courses offered by Oxford International Study Centre

Comments about courses
  • Students taking long-term English Language programmes will be charged a coursebook deposit of GBP 30. This will be
    refunded in full if the student wishes to return their coursebook in the same condition at the end of the course.

  • Unaccompanied children under 12 must book daily transfers to and from school for GBP 150 per week (Monday to Friday).

  • CAS Issuing Fee: GBP 40.
    All students wishing to take a course of more than 8 weeks are interviewed via Skype or Zoom in advance of arrival so that a realistic idea of how long it will take for them to achieve the required level can be given.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
90.00 £
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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Oxford International Study Centre (OISC)

“We welcome you to our school , which is small, friendly, and tries to flexibly adapt programmes to meet the needs of individual students . We are very international and welcome students and teachers from all parts of the world. ”
Carolyn Llewelyn
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Carolyn Llewelyn
Director of Oxford International Study Centre
Accreditations and Quality seals
NAFSAStudent Visa SponsorPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalISI, COBIS, ECIS, SGIS, EAIE, EATP, Erasmus+, Aegis
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Oxford International Study Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 18
    Number of public PC workstations: 3

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age

Average number of students
Throughout the year: 30
Minimum age of students
12 years
5 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 16 years
Throughout the year: 18 years

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
140 £ one way
280 £ return (both ways)
Luton Airport:
150 £ one way
300 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
190 £ one way
380 £ return (both ways)
More information about airports around Oxford and how to get from the airport to Oxford on your own here on our Oxford page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from France do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
Europe: 15 £
,
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possible
Cooking
Horse riding
Music
Tennis

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Punting on the River
- Bowling
- Picnics in the Park
- Outdoor Sports
- Museum Visits
- Drama Workshops
- Barbecue in the Park
- Oxford University College Visits
- Harry Potter Tours of Oxford
- Cream Tea
- Cinema Trip

Adults - Paid activities

- Punting on the River
- Bowling
- Picnics in the Park
- Outdoor Sports
- Museum Visits
- Drama Workshops
- Barbecue in the Park
- Oxford University College Visits
- Harry Potter Tours of Oxford
- Cream Tea
- Cinema Trip

Accommodation

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Student opinions about Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Liked
The different classes with different teachers and the fact that the placement test put you in the right class (group).
Disliked
In week 3, some of the teaching materials were repetitive. I also think it would have been better if the cups in the common room had been reusable.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay (16+ years)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: 1 Week Standard English + 2 Weeks Academic Englisch (Abivorbereitung) - 3 weeks
16. Aug. 2022
Liked
I only had two days of lessons, so there's not much to say. But Susannah, the teacher I had worked well for me.
Disliked
Nothing really. It was so hot when we were there, but they can't help that. Air conditioning costs a lot, of course.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Well prepared teacher (my colleagues said so too)

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7 St Aldates - OX1 1BS Oxford
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FAQ about Oxford International Study Centre, Oxford

  • English courses at Oxford International Study Centre start at 285 £ for Standard English course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of Oxford International Study Centre
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (140 £), Luton Airport (150 £), London Gatwick Airport (190 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Oxford International Study Centre varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10) to 16 students (Standard English )
  • 100% of teachers at Oxford International Study Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Oxford International Study Centre offers courses from 11 years to 99. Average age is 16 during the summer and 18 for the rest of the year.

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