International One-term British Boarding Experience
The Oratory now offers an exciting new One-term British Boarding School Experience for international students
We are welcoming students aged 11-18 to join our beautiful school, situated 45 minutes from London, set in over 100 acres of stunning Oxfordshire countryside.
Students now have the opportunity to join us for one term, two terms or the full academic year.
What can students expect?
- Full integration into The Oratory school life
- A small school experience with a family ethos and strong pastoral care
- A broad, balanced programme of study
- Encouragement to develop their English language with a strong EAL provision
- Access to over 70 co-curricular activities
- Opportunity to play in sports teams, competing with other well-known British Boarding schools in Rugby, Netball, Football, Hockey, Real Tennis, Swimming, Rowing and more
- A full, exciting weekend boarding schedule of activities
- Immersion into British culture both in the classroom and social environment
- To make long-lasting relationships and gain valuable life experience
Don't just take our word for it...
Our international students experience an outstanding British boarding experience that truly sets them apart in future life. For many students, our one-term immersion programme ultimately is the first step to transitioning to full-time study with us.
"It really has been a place to grow my physical, mental, and spiritual self."
Jungle
"I have met friends that will last for a lifetime."
Cynthia
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Location - 45 mins from London Heathrow
When can we visit the school?
To book an individual visit, show round or a place in our Open Morning please email the Admissions Team at admissions@oratory.co.uk or telephone +44 (0) 1491 683522.
We are very happy to arrange show rounds on most weekdays, as well as Saturday mornings, during term times. If you are unable to visit the school, we are happy to arrange a Skype/Zoom conversation with our Admissions Managers, Abi Gibbon or Kate Ryan, should you wish.
How do we apply for a place?
The Registration Form should be completed and submitted together with the £250 Registration Fee.
The Admissions Managers will be happy to discuss the Registration process with you.
Is there an entrance exam?
All applicants will take an English/EAL and a Maths test, we also request that pupils complete an online assessment (CAT). These entrance tests can be sat at a pupil’s current school or with an agent. The school may also request a SKYPE or Zoom interview.
What English qualifications are needed?
It is important that all international pupils joining the school are proficient in at least basic spoken and written English when they arrive, although one to one EAL support is offered to all international pupils for whom English is a second language.
How many international students are there at The Oratory?
Overseas boarders represent approximately 14% of the school. Some pupils are British with parents living overseas; others are from a wide range of over 20 nationalities, including Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Mexican, Nigerian, and South Korean. For some, English is a second or additional language, but all pupils need to be proficient in both written and spoken English.
