A word from Ted McGrath, Head of The International School
d’Overbroeck’s International School welcomes students from over 40 countries around the world and enables them to take their first steps into the British education system. Our academic programmes are carefully designed for international students, with a particular focus on enquiry-based learning and English as an Additional Language. However, we are also committed to supporting our students pastorally, and our expertly designed pastoral care includes pre-arrival preparations, an induction programme to the daily timetable, and ongoing support.
We offer an environment that is academically challenging, but also a
home away from home where students can feel safe and supported. Individual talents are nurtured and championed so that students here can grow as confident, caring individuals, developing the skills and character needed in the fast-changing international world.
We also give students access to trips and activities incorporating a diverse range of British cultural locations, and they regularly join our UK students in whole school learning opportunities. Through an education here students not only achieve impressive GCSE and IGCSE results but also develop the necessary skills required to succeed in Sixth Form and at university.
Why choose d'Overbroeck's International School?
The International School enables international students aged 13-16 to experience the British education system and study a range of academic programmes. Students come from all over the world to study with us in our vibrant and friendly school. Our focus on English as an Additional Language, co-curricular activities, academic enrichment including our TRACK (Theory of Research, Active Citizenship and Knowledge) academic enrichment, and the Sixth Form and University Progression are just some of the benefits available to international students who join us.
Students will receive expert Pastoral Care throughout their time with us, which includes pre-arrival preparations, an induction programme, a personal development curriculum, ongoing school counsellors’ support, and more from a large team dedicated to students’ wellbeing. International students will be warmly welcomed and have plenty of opportunities to mix with students in other parts of the school through activities that interest them. Trips and excursions relating to English heritage are also on offer, allowing students to learn more about British culture and history.
Latest IGCSE results
We’re really proud of the results our students achieve when they study with us at The International School. Our results are well above the national average, which is a testament to our wide range of staff expertise and the excellent teaching we deliver.
IGCSE courses
We know it doesn’t always suit everyone to study the traditional 2-year IGCSE course that most of our students study. So we’ve made sure we’re as flexible as possible to meet your needs by offering 4 other study options at IGCSE level. Find out more about our full range of courses below:
- UK Study Abroad
- The Discovery Years
- 4 or 5-term IGCSE
- One-Year IGCSE
- Two-Year IGCSE
International Summer School
d’Overbroeck’s have run a popular summer programme for international students for many years in partnership with Bucksmore Education. The Bucksmore Young Professionals course is a fantastic opportunity for students to experience the new d’Overbroeck’s Sixth Form and boarding facilities. It is also ideal for students wanting to experience life at d’Overbroeck’s and in Oxford before studying at the school full time.
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On Friday 12 May, our personal development staff prepared well-being sessions for our 11i students ahead of the start of the core exam season. They chose from various sessions, including creative Lego building, ‘around the world’ table tennis, daisy chains, meditation, a walk to university park... and maths games. We were lucky to have a beautiful sunny day and they very much enjoyed being outdoors for most of these sessions. The 11is have been working incredibly hard in the run up to their examinations and appreciated the opportunity to have some fun and relax for a small part of their day. We encourage students to consider their mental health and to always ensure that they make some time to have fun and relax with friends. This is a very important ingredient to achieving success. 🌼
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If you're looking for a school that can give your child the extra edge when it comes to an education in the performing arts, then you should consider d'Overbroeck's! Not only do we have an incredible offering of Music and Drama (academics and co-curricular activities) already ...established, but we also benefit from the Nord Anglia-Juilliard Collaboration. 🤩
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🌟 Careers Fair Success! 🌟
The Sixth Form was buzzing with excitement during our incredible Careers Fair! 🎉 The event was filled with engaging workshops, inspiring talks, a fantastic lineup of stands, and valuable networking opportunities. Students in attendance were able to attend... talks and workshops, build relationships with former d'Overbroeck's students and industry professionals, explore industries and study options, and learn about key employability skills. Many of our alumni were there to speak with our students about what they're doing now – including Lina, who left The International School three years ago but flew over from Rome just to attend the event!
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Following our last post about the upcoming exhibition, here are a few of the incredible artworks you'll be able to see up close!
Exhibition details ~
📅 Date: 8 June
🕓 Time: 4-6pm
📍 Location: d'Overbroeck's Arts Centre
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The latest issue of The Canvas Art Magazine features some of the pieces that will be featured in the upcoming International School Art Exhibition. This exhibition is open to anyone, so if you are available, we welcome you to register and view these incredible pieces in person. Some of the ...experimental techniques involved in the creation even include burning! 🔥
Read The Canvas: http://ow.ly/RIqG50Ounep
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A huge congratulations is in order for our International School students who recently took part in the UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge! Out of 50 students from 10i and 11i, there were 25 golds, and the top 3 students, Anna, Justin and Kathy (pictured), all qualified for the prestigious Maclaurin... round. 🎉 We are delighted to report that Anna obtained a Merit, the highest result possible!
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d’Overbroeck’s student to make Cannes Film Festival debut! d’Overbroeck’s Sixth Form student Ksenia Devriendt travelled to Cannes this weekend for the premiere of an independent film she has featured in. 📽️
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We are excited to invite you to the International School’s GCSE Art Exhibition on Thursday 8 June from 4-6 pm at d'Overbroeck's Arts Centre. This event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the incredible creativity and hard work of our talented Art students.
Over the course ...of this academic year, 11i GCSE Art students have developed 2 large-scale projects, covering themes such as ‘Leftovers’, ‘Wounded Landscapes’, ‘Journey’, ‘The News’ and ‘Isolation’, amongst others. Students have used these to initiate a personal investigation, working across a wide and unconventional range of materials, leading to exciting outcomes. Students have often made links and references to their hometowns and countries, reflecting on aspects of their own cultures. This creates a vibrant, personal, and very global-minded exhibition, where they each share highlights of their journey.
Everyone is welcome to attend this event and show their support for our budding artists – but please make sure to book. It will be a fantastic opportunity to view a wide range of artwork, including paintings and mixed media pieces, all created by our talented International School students.
So, mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening of art and creativity. We can't wait to see you there!
Date: 8 June
Time: 4-6pm
Location: d'Overbroeck's Arts Centre
Booking link: http://ow.ly/OaP350OmBhq or visit our website, where you can find more information in the homepage banner, or under the News section.
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In their #Science lessons recently, our Year 7s have been looking at how photosynthesis is essential to life on Earth, and how the energy that plants trap from the sun is transferred through the food chain. They have looked at the interaction between species and then made some amazing posters on ...the life cycles of ocean species! Here are some of their lovely posters.
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