d'Overbroeck's College, Oxford

d’Overbroeck’s College, Oxford

A truly distinctive and successful sixth form

d’Overbroeck’s College specialises in preparing students for A-level examinations and consequently for the best universities in the UK. d’Overbroeck’s is a co-educational college that represents much of what is best about British education: highly effective teaching, excellent results and the ability to generate a genuine enthusiasm for study. The environment is friendly and inclusive, making it easy for students to settle in. About 60% of the students are from the UK.

Major strengths of the College are the high level of encouragement, strong pastoral support and outstanding teaching from subject experts. Small classes (an average of seven, maximum of ten students) and interactive teaching provide students with a high level of individual attention. There are nearly 40 A-level subjects on offer, so students can choose a programme that matches their strengths, and a variety of scholarships, including general academic, arts, science and environmental. In addition to their academic studies, students benefit from a vibrant extracurricular activities programme, with nearly 30 activities on offer each week. The College works closely with partner organisations in Oxford such as Oxford Brookes University to ensure excellent sports facilities and coaching.

Entry to top universities

The majority of students go on to university, with the top ten destinations including the University of Cambridge, the University of Oxford, the London School of Economics and King’s College, London. Students also go on to study at leading medical, law and veterinary schools in the UK.There are specialist programmes for medical applications, and Oxford and Cambridge University entrance, designed by teachers who are themselves graduates from Oxford and Cambridge Universities. Typically, around 10% of upper-sixth students gain places at Oxford or Cambridge Universities. In addition to their A-levels, students can also study a programme that includes independent research, enrichment activities and critical thinking skills to strengthen their university application.

Accommodation

Around 50% of the College’s students are boarders, and stay in one of two boarding houses, which offer single or double bedroom accommodation with en-suite or shared bathrooms. There is also a variety of host family accommodation. The College has strong relationships with its host families, and the majority of them have looked after our students for a long time. If you wish to be accommodated in a host family, the College’s accommodation team will make sure they match your preferences.

International Study Centre (ISC)

The College also has an International Study Centre, which offers a one-year GCSE programme for international students aged 14–18 – excellent preparation for an A-level programme. Find more on page 243.

Location

The College is located in the centre of Oxford, a friendly, welcoming city with a worldwide reputation for academic excellence and lots for students to do. London and major airports are only an hour away by bus or train.

Summer English courses

d’Overbroeck’s College’s two- to six-week summer courses are a unique mixture of lessons, interactive workshops, discussions with professionals (eg journalists, actors and fashion designers) and trips (the Shakespeare Globe Theatre in London, the National Space Centre in Leicester, the BBC Television Centre in Cardiff, etc). Every week has a different topic (media, science, music and performing arts, history, etc), allowing students from many different countries to explore subjects from interesting perspectives. The courses include a full sport and leisure programme.

At d’Overbroeck’s, you will find staff always ready to listen, a strong commitment to academic success, and a very positive and happy environment.

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