English school in Oxford: The English Studio
The English Studio has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: The English Studio Oxford is located in the neighbourhood of Jericho, just 5 to 10 minutes walk from Oxford's most famous sights including the university buildings, museums, parks and our new and dynamic shopping mall called 'The Westgate'. The streets around the school are filled with shops and bars, and it is just across the street from University Parks.
Getting around: The city itself is small, and it is very easy to go everywhere by foot. The Oxford International Airport is a 40-minute trip by bus. The Oxford train station is a 15-minute walk from the school. From here, students can visit surrounding cities such as Reading, Birmingham and London. There are trains running from Oxford to the Northern cities in England including Manchester and Liverpool.
Course structure: The English Studio offers adult courses as general classes or IELTS exam preparation courses. Options are available for these courses in the morning or afternoon. There are Junior programmes for the summer months, which can include activities or just consist of English classes.
Accommodation: There are homestay options with breakfast included, half board and full board.
Chain school: The English Studio has English schools in London, Dublin and Oxford. The teaching consists of classes with a qualified teacher, exercises to complete outside the classroom and a well constructed social calendar to practise English.
- The English Studio operated previously under the name St George International.
- The language school The English Studio was founded in Oxford, England UK in 1997.
- Legal name / parent company: Saint George Holdings Limited
- Tax registration ID: 12664597
- Abbreviated name of school: SGI Oxford
English Courses
Information for all courses offered by The English Studio
Comments about courses
Enrolment fee includes all learning materials for up to 12 weeks. After this, additional course books are provided at a cost of GBP 35 per book.
Optional Insurance: GBP 10 per week.
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 90 £. 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.
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:Full number of lost classes are made up
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.
Our price includes
- 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 before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free local SIM card
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
Note: All courses offered by The English Studio, Oxford can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
The English Studio (SGI)
“We will help you to achieve your goals in improving your use of English to help you progress in your work and in your life. We are committed to your success.”
Accreditations and Quality seals
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 8:45
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 The English Studio and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Bike rental
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
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
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 8
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
18 years
8 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Junior courses In summer: 4
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
London Heathrow Airport:
170 £ one way
340 £ return (both ways)
340 £ return (both ways)
Luton Airport:
210 £ one way
420 £ return (both ways)
420 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
220 £ one way
440 £ return (both ways)
440 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
220 £ one way
440 £ return (both ways)
440 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW), Londo.
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 USA 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)
90 £
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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Student opinions about The English Studio, Oxford
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Andrea
38 years
“I had one-to-one tuition with two teachers for 1.5 hours a day each for a week. Both were very nice and very experienced. In retrospect, I found having two teachers very good, as the two spoke a little differently and had very different teaching styles. This week has brought me a lot. The two absolutely responded to my wishes regarding the learning material.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Semi-intensive One-to-one - 1 week
20. Dec. 2018
Marzia
29 years“I was lucky enough to have two very good teachers (Dan and Charlie), very prepared and able to do their jobs with professionalism and congeniality (equally important!).”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Very good school.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
2.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Business English Mini Group - 4 weeks
9. Dec. 2010
Marta
26 years“It has a good organization and teachers really know what they are doing, funny and interesting classes, and if you have any problem they'll try to resolve it, sure!”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Take part in common activities if you want know people and practice english, as much as we are we'll enjoy more
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Other comments thank you, it was great!
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
31. Aug. 2009
Eugenio
22 years“I liked the friendly way teachers teach, social activities (a lot of occasions to meet other people and make friends, the summer party was CRAZY)”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Make a good group with your classmates and you'll enjoy your stay!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments The school is very near oxford circus and not so far from regent's park, it's easy to go to the best places in London
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
25. Aug. 2010
Alessandra
28 years“The relative abundance of classes, the average age of participants and the teaching method.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The small classes allow for better learning.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
25. Apr. 2011
Jitka
22 years“Very good organization, good teachers and the whole atmosphere at school”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss anaway - the social programm! From playing football in Regents park to the Fridays pub visiting!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments All the teachers and the secretaries of the staff are very nice and helpful. You have a lot of fun in lessons as well as in afterschool time with them! In cafeteria you can meet a lot of people and future friends from all over the world. It just There could have been newer and quicklier computers!
Course: General
14. Sep. 2004
Julia
20 years“The great welcome, the nice atmosphere and all people were very nice”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss no I'm sorry
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
4.0
Other comments it was a very interesting and exciting experience and I would do it again and I can really recommend such a journey
Course: Standard + One-to-one - 2 weeks
26. Apr. 2007
Natalia
43 years“Location, teachers, leisure activities and after-class activities”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments Thanks. I'll come again.
Course: Standard - 1 week
29. Oct. 2018
Mariely
31 years“The teachers are very attentive, professional and very friendly.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other
5.0
Other comments Excellent! I am delighted with the service.
Course: IELTS Intensive - 8 weeks
27. Nov. 2018
Vania
51 years“Very friendly staff and very competent and motivating teacher”
“The physical structure of the school, I thought it was a college”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
23. Apr. 2022
Stéphane
21 years“The general atmosphere and only communicating in English.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
9. Aug. 2011
Lorenzo
28 years“The very central location and two very good teachers.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
International Student House Residence (En-Suite)
3.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
24. Jan. 2017
Claudio Silvano
26 years“Specific TOEFL preparation with weekly practice Tests”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
2.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
4.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
20. Aug. 2007
Claire
32 years“The location, the dynamic and competent teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard - 1 week
18. Oct. 2010
Gustau
17 years“The good atmosphere there, the Social Programme”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
24. Aug. 2010
Giovanna
37 years“The teachers' professionalism the activities.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Refresher Course for Overseas Teachers of English - 2 weeks
25. Jul. 2016
Nicole
33 years“Friendliness of teachers'. Nationality mix.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments Very friendly atmosphere
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
6. Jun. 2017
Carolina
30 years“Very friendly staff and very good teachers.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
26. Sep. 2011
Moussa
33 years“Everyone of the team is always available.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: Business English Plus - 1 week
2. Dec. 2008
Krakhmaleva
36 years“Intensive course is an excellent choice.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss I regretted that I bought more one-to-one lessons with the teacher; their cost is incommensurably high with no sense. Moreover, I missed a lot of interesting things organized by the school for students because of those 45 minutes. This included homework and tours around the city, and just chatting with students in a cafe.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments The teachers are really engaging, I liked everything.
I cannot say anything with regard to accommodation; I rented an apartment on my own, in 3 minutes from the school.
Course: Intensive - 2 weeks
16. Nov. 2015
Maria Giuseppa
55 years“Highly qualified and engaging teachers”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss A careful choice of the course to avoid any surprises.
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
International Student House Residence (En-Suite)
5.0
Other comments A very good school. It is worth coming back!
Course: Refresher Course for Overseas Teachers of English - 2 weeks
30. Jul. 2016
Markus
“Competence and kindness of the teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
2.0
City/place
2.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments The organisation of the school is also very good. If you get a teacher you don't want,you can change him at once.
Course: Business English Group + 1 one-to-one - 2 weeks
15. Oct. 2007
Laura
43 years“The teachers and the proposed course”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The course offers an authentic possibility of progress and personal growth
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Refresher Course for Overseas Teachers of English - 1 week
17. Jul. 2018
Davide
29 years“The teachers of the first half day”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss It is preferable before leaving home to be a little bit trained to speak English
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: Standard - 2 weeks
3. Sep. 2010
Christina
34 years“Small classes, nice social program”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard & Business Combi Group
18. Oct. 2002
Giacomo
25 years“The extra-curricular activities.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: IELTS plus course - 2 weeks
7. Sep. 2011
Maria Giuseppina
32 years“Teachers and course organization”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss a good thing is to study and repeat some grammar information before you start the course
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Other comments beautiful experience
Course: Standard + One-to-one (20 + 5) - 3 weeks
2. Jun. 2009
Fabienne
36 years“The teachers are excellent.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
30. Aug. 2006
Stefan
33 years“Location, Teacher, Students”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive - 1 week
25. May. 2009
Carmen María
28 years“Organization of the classes”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard - 3 weeks
8. Nov. 2007
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Questions and answers about The English Studio
- Does the single room at the ISH residence have a private bathroom?“Yes, the single room in the ISH residence includes a private bathroom, a telephone, a daily cleaning, some towels, a bedding, the use of a washing machine, a Wifi in the building (free Wi-Fi), a heating, and is about a 15-minute walk from the school. Also, unlike many other residence halls that do not offer meals, the ISH residence hall also offers breakfast.”Antonio Zoppo, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
- When does St George International's classes take place?“The specific schedule is usually announced by the school on the first day.”Susan Wang, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 06, 2023
- Does a 17-year-old need to enrol on a junior course or can she choose an adult intensive course?“This school accepts students from the age of 16 for adult courses so a 17-year-old can choose any course they like.”Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 20, 2023
FAQ about The English Studio, Oxford
- What is the best price for a course at The English Studio, Oxford?
- Is airport pickup offered by The English Studio?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (170 £), Luton Airport (210 £), London Gatwick Airport (220 £), London Stansted Airport (220 £)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at The English Studio?100% of teachers at The English Studio hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of The English Studio from?The highest Nationality percentage at The English Studio comes from Russia with a 9% representation, followed by students from China (2.4%) and Brazil (2.1%).
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