The Environment

So what is it like to be a student at d'Overbroeck's?

First of all, it's worth bearing in mind that it'll be a new environment – not only to you, but to everyone in your year. Students join us from an enormous range of schools – from local to international – so you'll be making new friends and settling into the Sixth Form at the same time as everyone else.

‘People here are much more friendly ... much easier to talk to. My friends here are all from absolutely different backgrounds.’

Ploen Areecharnoenert, student
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There's a strong sense of community. Everyone's on first-name terms – whether student or staff – and the atmosphere is open and informal, lively and energetic.

College social calendar

Throughout the year, you'll have the opportunity to join in with numerous College events – from concerts to trips abroad; sports fixtures to the end of year Ball. Check the box to the right for an impression.

College events – a taste

A typical year at d'Overbroeck's is packed with events. To give you a flavour, here are just a few highlights...

Sports fixtures From informal games to inter-school matches – a chance either to play or support your friends.

Winter Concert A pre-Christmas extravaganza of music and drama.

Artweeks Oxford's art festival (of which we are a major sponsor) entails a flurry of exhibitions and events.

Drama production Each year sees one major, all-College play or musical, performed in a professional theatre.

Ski Trip Each year a group of students takes to the slopes on our Easter expedition.

College Ball Celebrate the end of the year (and the exams)...

» The College year — Find out more about highlights of the d'Overbroeck's calendar

‘Everyone accepts you for who you are – you don't have to try to be someone else.’

Sophie Chippendall, student
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