CIE - College of International Education Oxford, England UK
Bocardo House, 24B St. Michael's Street - OX1 2EB Oxford - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Kitchenette with free tea and coffee.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation5.0
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
Location: CIE - College of International Education is located in the historic and charming city of Oxford, England. Housed in Bocardo House, in front of the world-famous Oxford Union, in the city centre, the school is surrounded by local coffee shops, restaurants, supermarkets and all a student may need to be comfortable during their stay in the city.
Local attractions: Renowned for its many world-class museums and educational establishments, Oxford is unique in its livelihood and what it offers students. Museums such as The Pitt Rivers Museum, The Museum of Natural History, The Ashmolean Museum and The History of Science Museum are all a short journey from the school, ensuring students have lots to do and learn, during their time in Oxford. The beautiful green spaces around Oxford attract visitors from all over the world, offering a well-deserved rest from studying to the students of all of the city's many schools.
Course structure: Course selection at CIE is extensive and includes something suitable to students of all levels. General English programmes, over a variety of schedules, run throughout the year, with more specific immersion courses for Juniors during the summer months. The school also supplies IELTS Exam Preparation programmes as well as programmes of Private Tuition.
School ethos: An independent school based in the centre of Oxford with over 45 years of teaching experience, CIE provides students with an excellent opportunity to reach their language goals whilst enjoying Oxford to its fullest.
English Courses
General Language
General English Morning
15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from260£247£ / week More
General English Morning
15 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
260£247£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1440 1368 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 2860 2717 | 5200 4940 | 8640 8208 |
| Price in US$ | 336 | 672 | 1007 | 1343 | 1859 | 2479 | 3098 | 3718 | 3692 | 6713 | 11153 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Course Brochure
CIE - College of International Education Brochure (PDF)
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Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
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Intensive English
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from380£361£ / week More
Intensive English
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
380£361£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 3600 3420 | 4320 4104 | 4420 4199 | 8320 7904 | 14400 13680 |
| Price in US$ | 491 | 982 | 1472 | 1963 | 2789 | 3718 | 4647 | 5577 | 5706 | 10740 | 18588 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayMorning classes focus on improving the 4 main skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) as well as grammar and vocabulary, and practical English and study skills. Afternoon classes will be multi-skills and topic-based, which may also include videos, project work, conversation, etc.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Course Brochure
CIE - College of International Education Brochure (PDF)
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Additional information for all courses
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General English Afternoon10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from200£190£ / week More
General English Afternoon
10 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
200£190£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 | 2080 1976 | 3640 3458 | 5760 5472 |
| Price in US$ | 259 | 517 | 775 | 1033 | 1395 | 1859 | 2324 | 2789 | 2685 | 4699 | 7436 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive English Package25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from690£673£ / week Includes accommodationMore
Intensive English Package
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
690£673£ / week
Includes accommodation
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | 1460 1424 | 2110 2058 | 2760 2691 | -- | -- | 5200 5070 | -- | 7720 7527 | 15500 15113 | 27520 26832 |
| Price in US$ | 1935 | 2796 | 3657 | 6889 | 10228 | 20535 | 36459 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThis course includes 25 lessons of English, homestay accommodation, activities, registration and accommodation booking fee.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
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General English + 10 Private Lessons25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from580£551£ / week More
General English + 10 Private Lessons
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
580£551£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 580 551 | 1160 1102 | 1740 1653 | 2320 2204 | 3360 3192 | 4480 4256 | 5600 5320 | 6720 6384 | 7020 6669 | 13520 12844 | 24000 22800 |
| Price in US$ | 749 | 1498 | 2247 | 2995 | 4338 | 5783 | 7229 | 8675 | 9062 | 17452 | 30980 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThis course is a combination of 15 hours of group lessons and 10 hours of private lessons per week in the morning and afternoon.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English + 5 Private Lessons20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from460£437£ / week More
General English + 5 Private Lessons
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
460£437£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 460 437 | 920 874 | 1380 1311 | 1840 1748 | 2640 2508 | 3520 3344 | 4400 4180 | 5280 5016 | 5460 5187 | 10400 9880 | 18240 17328 |
| Price in US$ | 594 | 1188 | 1782 | 2376 | 3408 | 4544 | 5680 | 6816 | 7048 | 13425 | 23545 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThis course is a combination of 15 hours of group lessons and 5 hours of private lessons per week in the morning and afternoon.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Academic Tuition 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from650£618£ / week More
Private Academic Tuition 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
650£618£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 650 618 | 1300 1235 | 1950 1853 | 2600 2470 | 3250 3088 | 3900 3705 | 4550 4323 | 5200 4940 | 5850 5558 | 6500 6175 | 7800 7410 |
| Price in US$ | 840 | 1679 | 2518 | 3357 | 4196 | 5035 | 5874 | 6713 | 7552 | 8391 | 10069 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday10 private lessons per week personalised to suit your individual needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private Academic Tuition 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from325£309£ / week More
Private Academic Tuition 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
325£309£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1300 1235 | 1625 1544 | 1950 1853 | 2275 2162 | 2600 2470 | 2925 2779 | 3250 3088 | 3900 3705 |
| Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1259 | 1679 | 2098 | 2518 | 2937 | 3357 | 3776 | 4196 | 5035 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday5 private lessons per week personalised to suit your individual needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private English Tuition 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from500£475£ / week More
Private English Tuition 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
500£475£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4500 4275 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 |
| Price in US$ | 646 | 1291 | 1937 | 2582 | 3228 | 3873 | 4518 | 5164 | 5809 | 6455 | 7745 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday5 private lessons per week personalised to suit your individual needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private English Tuition 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from250£238£ / week More
Private English Tuition 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
250£238£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 1750 1663 | 2000 1900 | 2250 2138 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 |
| Price in US$ | 323 | 646 | 969 | 1291 | 1614 | 1937 | 2259 | 2582 | 2905 | 3228 | 3873 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday5 private lessons per week personalised to suit your individual needs.
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Foundation Course in Business Studies25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from514£489£ / week More
Foundation Course in Business Studies
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
514£489£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10280 9766 | 13960 13262 |
| Price in US$ | 13270 | 18020 |
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Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 31 Mar 202520 week price is for a January 2025 start, and 32 week price is for a September 2024 start.
Start Dates:
- Term 1: 16 Sep–07 Dec
- Terms 2: 13 Jan–21 Mar 2025
- Term 3: 31 Mar–06 Jun 2025.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
20, 32 weeks
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
General English + IELTS Exam Preparation25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from380£361£ / week More
General English + IELTS Exam Preparation
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
380£361£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2160 2052 | 2880 2736 | 3600 3420 | 4320 4104 | 4420 4199 | 8320 7904 | 14400 13680 |
| Price in US$ | 491 | 982 | 1472 | 1963 | 2789 | 3718 | 4647 | 5577 | 5706 | 10740 | 18588 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThe course focusses on the IELTS exam and the skills and strategies you will need to gain a better score. Classes include regular practice tests with individual feedback and advice on how you can improve.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Course Brochure
CIE - College of International Education Brochure (PDF)
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Additional information for all courses
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IELTS Exam Preparation Afternoon 10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from200£190£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation Afternoon
10 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
200£190£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 | 2080 1976 | 3640 3458 | 5760 5472 |
| Price in US$ | 259 | 517 | 775 | 1033 | 1395 | 1859 | 2324 | 2789 | 2685 | 4699 | 7436 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
60 min
Additional information for all courses
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IELTS Exam Preparation Package 25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from690£673£ / week Includes accommodationMore
IELTS Exam Preparation Package
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
690£673£ / week
Includes accommodation
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 26 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | 1460 1424 | 2110 2058 | 2760 2691 | -- | -- | 5200 5070 | -- | 7720 7527 | 15500 15113 | 27520 26832 |
| Price in US$ | 1935 | 2796 | 3657 | 6889 | 10228 | 20535 | 36459 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThis course includes 25 lessons of exam preparation, homestay accommodation, activities, registration and accommodation booking fee.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for CIE - College of International Education include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
School entrance 1/38
Excursions in Oxford 2/38
Students enjoying Oxford 3/38
CIE interior4/38
Front desk5/38
CIE students 6/38
walking tour7/38
In class8/38
Teacher9/38
Learning at College of International Education10/38
College of International Education class11/38
CIE class12/38
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Student14/38
Lesson in progress15/38
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Common area18/38
Hot drinks station19/38
City tour20/38
Sightseeing21/38
Welcome to College of International Education22/38
Excursions 23/38
Seeing Oxford24/38
Meal time25/38
Social Activities26/38
Certificate of completion27/38
Reading28/38
Students socialising29/38
Leisure activities30/38
Learning outdoors 31/38
Touring Oxford32/38
Studying at College of International Education33/38
Oxford grounds34/38
Oxford, England UK35/38
Exploring36/38
Students socialising37/38
CIE certificates 38/38
Student opinions about CIE - College of International Education, Oxford
4.1
Overall school rating of
CIE - College of International Education, Oxford
CIE - College of International Education, Oxford
9 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (6 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (2 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (1 rating)
Students 50+ years (0 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Franka
10 yearsOverall rating
2.0
“The second teacher of my course 1a”
Insider tip: “Learning english when they understand nothing”
Details of the review
Course: Summer Classes for Young Learners (10-17 years) - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2015 by Franka Sanders
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Monica
15 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Lessons and gardens”
Details of the review
Course: Summer Classes for Young Learners, Host Family (ages 10-17) - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2014 by Monica Larios Rodriguez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Virginia
27 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Teachers”
Details of the review
Other comments: Classes are dynamic and good. Teachers focus on speaking and dynamic group classes. The activities are not well organized and it's better to go out on your own than with the school. The first family I had left a lot to be desired but I asked for a change then everything was fine.
Course: General English (GEN15) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2014 by Virginia Baragoitia Masero
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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CIE - College of International Education (CIE)
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
90% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at CIE - College of International Education and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1974
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Kitchen for student use
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Table tennis
Printer for student use
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 18% |
| Spain | 15% |
| China | 15% |
| Italy | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| France | 8% |
| Germany | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 19% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 63% |
| 18-24 years | 27% |
| 25-34 years | 7% |
| 35-50 years | 2% |
| >50 years | 1% |
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 30
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Minimum age of students
15 years
10 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 16 years
Throughout the year: 20 years
Information for all courses offered by CIE - College of International Education
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50 £ per course level.
Comments about courses
There is a bank transfer fee of GBP 12.
Insurance: GBP 20 per week.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 50 £. 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 21 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 21 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
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.
Airport transfer
London Heathrow Airport:
170 £ one way
340 £ return (both ways)
340 £ return (both ways)
Luton Airport:
170 £ one way
340 £ return (both ways)
340 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
230 £ one way
460 £ return (both ways)
460 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
230 £ one way
460 £ return (both ways)
460 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is London Heathrow (LHR).
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
The school provides a programme of social and cultural activities twice a week after class during the academic year, which is included in the fee. For example:
- Traditional Cream Tea
- Ice Skating Disco
- College Visits
- Halloween Party
- Traditional Cream Tea
- Ice Skating Disco
- College Visits
- Halloween Party
Adults - Paid activities
Weekend Excursions can be booked and paid for when in the UK. We use an external tour company for excursions in the academic year.
Junior - Free activities
The school provides a programme of social and cultural activities twice a week after class during the academic year which is included in the fee. For example, Traditional Cream Tea, Ice Skating Disco, College Visits, Halloween Party, and much more!
Junior - Paid activities
The school provides a programme of social and cultural activities twice a week after class during the academic year which is included in the fee. For example, Traditional Cream Tea, Ice Skating Disco, College Visits, Halloween Party, and much more!
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
2 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Private bathroom
from
270 £/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
2 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
270 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1350 | 1620 | 1890 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 270 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 367 | 734 | 1101 | 1468 | 1835 | 2202 | 2569 | 2935 | 3669 | 4403 | 367 | 109 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The price for this accommodation option through the Christmas Period is: GBP 320 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
2 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
250 £/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
2 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
250 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1359 | 1699 | 2039 | 2378 | 2718 | 3397 | 4077 | 340 | 109 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The price for this accommodation option through the Christmas Period is: GBP 300 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1
Homestay En-Suite Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
330 £/ week Show more
Homestay En-Suite
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
from
330 £/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 330 | 660 | 990 | 1320 | 1650 | 1980 | 2310 | 2640 | 3300 | 3960 | 330 | 80 |
| Price in US$ | 449 | 897 | 1346 | 1794 | 2242 | 2691 | 3139 | 3588 | 4484 | 5381 | 449 | 109 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The price for this accommodation option through the Christmas Period is: GBP 380 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 80£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Questions and answers about CIE - College of International Education
Is it possible to book a room in residence outside the summer months?
“No, unfortunately the residence offered by the CIE - College of International Education is only available during the summer months. The only other accommodation option is with a host family. ”
Madly Simba, LanguageCourse.Net - May 09, 2024
FAQ about CIE - College of International Education, Oxford
What is the best price for a course at CIE - College of International Education, Oxford?
“English courses at CIE - College of International Education start at 190 £ for General English Afternoon course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by College of International Education?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of College of International Education”
Is airport pickup offered by CIE - College of International Education?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (170 £), Luton Airport (170 £), London Gatwick Airport (230 £), London Stansted Airport (230 £)”
What is the number of students per class at College of International Education?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at College of International Education varies from 1 (Private Academic Tuition 10) to 12 students (General English Morning)”
Which countries are students of CIE - College of International Education from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at CIE - College of International Education comes from Switzerland with a 18% representation, followed by students from China (15%) and Spain (15%).”
CIE - College of International Education offers courses for which ages?
“CIE - College of International Education offers courses from 13 years to 99. Average age is 16 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of CIE - College of International Education
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
United Travel Study Service (UK) Ltd. | Tax registration ID: UK075/X1393 (PAYE tax)
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
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)
60 £
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.
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For the first 2 hours you will work with a course book to improve the 4 main skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as grammar and vocabulary.
The third hour focuses on practical English and study skills to complement the English you have learnt. (E.g. going to the restaurant, colloquial English, interrupting a conversation, etc.)