D'Overbroeck's College

• Location: Oxford, England,
• Year of foundation: 1977,
• Number of students: about 200,
• Language of instruction: English,
• Type of studying: mixed.

d'Overbroeck's College is a private school with outstanding academic achievements, offering middle and high school programs in the UK. Students aged 11-18 study here.

d'Overbroeck's traces its history back to 1977, continuously developing and expanding academic and leisure opportunities for its students. A distinctive feature is the special environment and relationship between students and teachers: the atmosphere is informal enough for children to trust their teachers and be surrounded by individual attention not only to academic, but also personal problems. At the same time, the academic process is quite strict and orderly, thanks to which students achieve excellent results both during their studies and upon its completion — upon admission to British universities and colleges. Students develop harmoniously and comprehensively, realize their talents and abilities, reveal themselves from the best sides, improve useful social skills.

The programs taught at d'Overbroeck's College at both academic levels, Senior and Sixth Form, are considered to be among the best in the country. High school students are supported by experienced teachers, personal and career mentors, each of whom helps at the stages of choosing subjects, studying and preparing for exams, choosing the right university and admission. Graduates demonstrate an excellent level of knowledge and academic preparation, which is confirmed by the annual statistics of successful admission to leading universities around the world.

Jake Wilson

Russia, the CIS and Europe Students Admission Regional Director at the National Mathematics and Science College

What makes British schools so popular with families around the world?

There are many different schools in Britain: on the one hand, there are the oldest, traditional boarding schools, where world leaders, famous politicians, economists and scientists have been educated for hundreds of years. On the other hand, Britain today has some of the most modern independent schools and colleges you can find! This provides a wide range of choices for any parent - a school can be found that perfectly matches the individual needs and ambitions of the child. Combined with a unique British history and the fact that Britain is home to English - the world's language of science and business - this makes the UK one of the best options for studying abroad.

Each student has access to comprehensive academic and personal support from qualified teachers, tutors, and career counselors. International students can contact the international office to supplement their core curriculum with optional English language (EAL) classes to improve overall level and individual skills.

Several stages of school education programs are available at d'Overbroeck's:

• Senior School — secondary classes for students aged 11-16,
• Sixth Form — graduation classes for students aged 16-18.

d'Overbroeck's has six residential buildings offering comfortable living conditions for students.:

• St. Aldates is a residence in the center of Oxford, prepared to accommodate 50 students. Boys and girls live on different floors and are accommodated in single rooms with a private bathroom. Breakfast and dinner are served at the residence, and lunches are available upon pre-order.
• Hayfield — separate rooms for boys and girls, united by a common area. Students live in single and double rooms with access to shared bathrooms, kitchens and other rooms of the residence. Accommodation here does not include meals in the residential area — students attend the school's dining hall during breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Islip is a new residential building with a capacity of 60 students who live in double rooms with bathrooms, have access to common areas: kitchen and dining area, laundry and others. Boys and girls are accommodated on different floors. The residence provides meals: breakfast and dinner are served here, and students visit the cafeteria at the school during lunch.
• Nash is a residence for 18 boys and girls, living on different floors in double rooms with private bathrooms. All meals are organized on campus, and the residence's common areas include small kitchens and a dining room.
• St. Phillips is a residential building located in a rural area, accommodating up to 53 students. Most of the rooms here are single and double, and include a bathroom. Meals are not provided for residents — students attend the school's dining hall during breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Westway is a three—storey residence in a high-rise building located 15 minutes drive from the city center. Up to 49 students live here, housed in studio apartments with a private bathroom and a small kitchen. From Monday to Friday, residents have breakfast, lunch and dinner at school, and on weekends meals are served in the common dining room of the residence.

Each building has a variety of common areas for recreation and self-study, high-speed Wi-Fi and other amenities, and staff who provide round-the-clock support and supervision for students.

Students who want to be in a more family-friendly atmosphere and immerse themselves in learning the language, culture and customs of the locals can choose to stay with a host family. The school has been cooperating with families for many years and regularly certifies them to ensure high-quality comfort for their students. Family homes are located within a ten-minute walk from the study area, offering single rooms with private bathrooms, access to common areas: kitchen, living room, courtyard. Meals are provided in a half—board format - breakfast and dinner are served to the student every day, and lunch is served in the school's dining room.

Subject list: Art, biology, business, chemistry, Civics, drama, economics, geography, history, maths, philosophy, photography, physical education, physics, politics, Psychology, Religious studies, sociology
Activity list: cricket, dancing, Drama, football, handball, hockey, music studio, netball, rock climbing, rugby, Squash, tennis, track-and-field athletics, Trampoline jumping, yoga

Throughout the year, a lot of various events are organized on the campus, there are more than 50 thematic circles and sections, trips around the region and to other countries are organized. Through collaboration with The Juilliard School, The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the IMG Academy, students have the opportunity to develop their talents in art, sports, and science at an almost professional level. Partner organizations often conduct thematic seminars and master classes, during which students will be able to get acquainted with leading industry experts, gain new knowledge and show their abilities to a wider audience.

The campus clubs and sections are divided into several areas:

• Art — art classes in painting, 3D design, photography, working with textiles and other materials,
• Music, drama — lessons in playing musical instruments, acting, singing in a choir or solo, participation in an orchestra, dance or theater group,
• Sports — there are many sections of team, doubles and individual sports: from basketball, football and netball to table tennis, yoga and swimming,
• The Duke of Edinburgh Award — participation in trips and excursions, active social activities to receive a bronze / silver / gold award, which will complement the student's portfolio and make him a more competitive, attractive applicant.

There are tennis and dance Academies at the school, which are taught by specialists of the highest category: students will be able to develop their talent at a professional level by attending regular training sessions and practicing both individually and in small groups. Travel perfectly complements a wide range of extracurricular activities, providing students with expanded knowledge and horizons, and new positive experiences. Recently, the students of d'Overbroeck's College were in Tanzania on a charity mission, skiing in the Swiss Alps. In addition to large-scale trips, students can also take local excursions to the sights and cultural sites of the region, day trips to London and Bath.

• It is among the top 5% of UK schools in terms of academic performance,
• High school students show exceptional results in passing final exams: 66% of students receive grades from A* to A.,
• More than 40 nationalities among the students,
• A wide selection of 36 subjects to study in high school,
• Three study areas in Oxford,
• The ratio of teachers to students is 1:7, and there is a high level of individual support.

d'Overbroeck's College is located on three academic sites within north Oxford, each with its own purpose: a secondary school, an international campus, and an academic playground for high school students. Each of the territories includes dozens of modern lecture halls, specialized laboratories, computer labs and several libraries. The infrastructure is diverse and modern, from academic buildings and sports facilities to performance venues and a recording studio.  

Some of the outstanding facilities of d'Overbroeck's College are:

• An art center with specialized studios for fine art, photography, textiles, three-dimensional graphics, and music recording,
• A multifunctional hall for performances and seminars, accommodating up to 200 people and equipped with sound and lighting technologies,
• Dozens of recreation areas with board and video games, bookshelves, and TV.

Through a partnership with the University of Oxford, students gain access to its world-class sports facilities.: swimming pool, all-weather field, gyms, tennis academy and others.

The academic calendar consists of three trimesters:

• Autumn: September-December,
• Spring: January-March,
• Summer: April-July.

Classes are conducted from Monday to Friday, and rest is organized on weekends and holidays, during seasonal vacations.

The list of additional expenses will include:

• Registration and administrative fees,
• Accommodation and meals in the selected format,
• Individual academic classes, extracurricular activities,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Personal educational materials, including textbooks,
• School uniform,
• State exams,
• Personal expenses.

Extras:

• Deposit for a course/programme 4000 GBP
• Registration fee (for a programme/course) 125 GBP

The admission process consists of several stages:

• Sending the completed application form, the required documents and paying the registration fee,
• Complete an interview and entrance tests in core subjects, including English,
• Receiving an official letter of enrollment.

Prior to make a decision on enrollment, applicants can take a guided tour of the campus, get acquainted with teachers and existing students.

High school students achieve excellent results in exams and during the admission process to universities and colleges they have chosen: over the past few years, 70% of students have received A*-A grades in core subjects, and 45% of high school students — in at least three disciplines.

They then enter leading universities in Great Britain, the USA, Canada and other countries, including such universities as University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University College London, King’s College London and others.

The international department of d'Overbroeck's College accepts applicants from 13 to 16 years old. To study in the UK, they need to have a passport, medical insurance, visa or residence permit, and to enroll, they must provide academic report cards from their previous place of study and write a motivation letter. If desired, you can take a language test in advance to confirm your English language proficiency.

d'Overbroeck's offers a variety of scholarships for applicants in grades 7, 9, 12 and already enrolled students.

Scholarships are awarded in several ways:

• Academic achievements,
• Art,
• Drama,
• Music,
• THE MEDIA,
• Sport,
• Tennis Academy scholarship.

The rewards do not exceed 25% of the tuition fee. Students can also receive awards from the international School Olympiad, external support from partner organizations, and financial assistance based on need.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision