d'Overbroeck's Oxford vs Oxford International College
d'Overbroeck's Oxford and Oxford International College are both in Oxford, about 4 km apart. Both schools offer British programmes, and d'Overbroeck's Oxford also offers Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are £26,985 - 43,230 at d'Overbroeck's Oxford and £25,277 - 35,575 at Oxford International College, which puts d'Overbroeck's Oxford roughly 15% higher. d'Overbroeck's Oxford takes pupils from 11 to 18, and Oxford International College from 15 to 19. d'Overbroeck's Oxford is the larger school, with around 700 pupils to Oxford International College's 150. Typical class sizes are 11 at d'Overbroeck's Oxford and 15 at Oxford International College.
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Curriculum
British Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
700
Pupils
150
Typical class size
Typical class size
11
Typical class size
15
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
1977
Opened
2002
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
The school is in Oxford, United Kingdom. It operates across four teaching sites in north Oxford: Senior School, The International School, The Arts Centre, and the purpose-built Sixth Form. The addresses are 333 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 7PL; Leckford Road, Oxford OX2 6HX; 111-113 Banbury Road, Oxford OX2 6JX; Milford House, 1a Mayfield Road, Oxford OX2 7EL.
Location
Oxford, United Kingdom. Set in the heart of Oxford. Address: 1 London Place, Oxford OX4 1BD.
Stages
Stages
The school serves learners aged 11 to 18. Senior School is for 11 to 16-year-olds; The International School is for 14 to 16-year-olds; the Sixth Form is for 16 to 18-year-olds.
Stages
GCSE programme (Ages 15-16); A Level programme (Ages 16-19).
School type
School type
The school is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school.
School type
Independent sixth form college with boarding.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
More than 40 nationalities represented (The International School hosts students from more than 40 countries).
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
The school day runs on weekdays from 7:30am to 4:30pm.
School day structure
The academic year runs from early September to late June with three terms. Boarders may arrive up to 2 days before the start of each term and must vacate one day after the College term ends.
Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and initial charges
- Registration fee: GBP 190 (payable on application). - Acceptance / administration fee: GBP 1,025 (payable on acceptance of a place). - Deposit: amounts vary by programme and are credited against the final term's account and refunded after completion of the final term where applicable. Specific deposit amounts are: Senior School GBP 430; Sixth Form (UK) GBP 430; Sixth Form (international/EU) GBP 3,470; International School GBP 3,470; Extended A-Level Programme GBP 3,470.
Tuition fees (charged termly) — summary by programme / year group
- Senior School (Years 7–11 / UK students aged 11–16): Termly tuition fee GBP 8,995. Termly tuition fees include lunch for Senior School pupils. Registration, acceptance fee and deposit as listed above apply. Instrumental music/voice lessons are charged separately.
- International School (overseas students aged 14–16): Termly tuition fees are: - Year 10: GBP 13,520 per term. - Year 11: GBP 14,400 per term. Termly tuition fees include lunch for International School pupils. Initial charges (registration, acceptance, deposit) apply as listed above.
- Sixth Form (Ages 16–18, UK and international): Termly tuition fee GBP 11,795. Sixth Form initial charges apply (registration and acceptance fee as above; deposit varies by UK/international status). Lunch is charged separately for Sixth Form (see ‘Other charges').
- Extended A-Level Programme (EALP): Termly tuition fee GBP 14,410. Initial charges and deposit as listed for EALP apply. Termly tuition fees include lunch for EALP students unless otherwise stated.
Boarding fees (per term)
- Senior School boarding (Years 9–11): GBP 8,660 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner.
- International School boarding: GBP 8,660 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner.
- Sixth Form boarding options (per term): - Boarding houses: GBP 9,605 per term. - Studio flats: GBP 11,095 per term. - Weekly boarding: GBP 6,430 per term. - Host family accommodation: approximately GBP 7,305 per term (depending on host facilities).
- EALP boarding: GBP 8,660–GBP 9,605 per term (varies by age and house allocation). Host family option approximately GBP 7,305 per term. Boarding charges include breakfast and dinner.
Other costs and supplemental charges
- Instrumental music / voice tuition: GBP 51 per 35-minute session (charged per lesson). - Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) administration for visa sponsorship: GBP 500 plus VAT (where applicable). - Sixth Form lunch charge: GBP 470 (listed as an additional charge for Sixth Form). For Senior and International School students, termly tuition fees are stated as including lunch (see tuition entries). - English as an Additional Language (EAL) for Year 12: GBP 5,425 (payable at the start of the academic year). - Exam entry fees: typically around GBP 400 per student (variable depending on number of public exams taken). - Textbooks: costs are added to the pupil's bill (books collected on Induction Day). Typical total textbook cost is around GBP 120, with individual books typically priced between GBP 5.99 and GBP 30. Textbook charges are usually included on the spring term invoice. - Native / near-native language A‑level programme (first year of Sixth Form): where three or more students enrol, course fee GBP 1,000 (includes minimum 45 hours group contact time); alternative arrangements and fees apply if fewer than three students study a language. - Trips and visits: charged according to each trip; examples range from around GBP 30 for local events to optional overseas expeditions up to about GBP 3,500. Parental consent is sought for chargeable trips. - Optional student insurance: offered (domestic and international cover) through the school's chosen provider; details and charges are provided with the first term's bill. - Uniform and sports kit: uniform and kit for the school are available from Blue Blood Sports (parents purchase separately). Sixth Form students do not wear the regular uniform but wear branded sports kit for training and competitions.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition is divided into three equal parts and charged termly; each term's fees are invoiced and fall due for payment on the first day of the relevant term. Supplemental charges are invoiced separately and are payable by the date stated on each supplementary invoice. Payment by cheque or direct bank transfer is required on or before the first day of term. Non-payment may lead to refusal of attendance, withholding of references, and other contractual remedies. Interest on overdue sums may be charged at 2.5% per year above the School's bank base rate, calculated daily from the due date. A term's notice (or payment of a term's fees in lieu of notice) is required to withdraw a pupil; failure to provide the required notice leads to fees becoming payable as a debt.
Refunds and cancellation / notice provisions
- The deposit is held as part of the School's funds until it is credited without interest to the final payment of fees or other sums due on the pupil's leaving; the deposit is refunded after completion of the final term where applicable. The administration/acceptance fee is non-refundable in general. If an accepted place is withdrawn before the pupil starts, a term's notice is required or a term's fees in lieu of notice will be payable; the deposit and administration/acceptance fee are not refundable in most circumstances, except where specific conditions in the School's terms allow a refund (for example if the School fills the vacancy created by withdrawal). The School's terms set out circumstances (such as exclusion or required removal) affecting forfeiture of deposit and other sums.
VAT and inclusions
- VAT and applicable taxes are included in the stated fees where required by law. Termly tuition fees (for the categories that state this) include lunch; other items listed as ‘other charges' are payable in addition to tuition.
Summary of payment methods
- Accepted payment methods: direct bank transfer and cheque. The School issues invoices termly and for supplemental charges; payments are due by the date specified (standard due date: first day of term for termly tuition invoices). Interest and recovery costs apply for overdue payments.
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Fee details
Application and acceptance charges
- Application fee: GBP 390.00 (payable on application; non‑refundable as an administration fee). - Deposit: GBP 11,400.00 (paid to accept a place; held by the College and refunded without interest after the pupil leaves provided there are no outstanding fees or other sums owing; deposit is not refundable if the pupil does not take up the place except in the limited circumstances described in the College terms).
Tuition fees by programme (annual, with per-invoice and per-term equivalents)
All tuition figures below are shown as yearly fees (inclusive of VAT). The College issues fee invoices in two equal instalments (see Billing schedule). Per-invoice amounts shown = annual fee ÷ 2. Per-term equivalent shown = annual fee ÷ 3 (for budgeting clarity).
Boarding fees (annual and instalment/equivalent values)
Boarding fees below are annual amounts for the boarding provision and include full accommodation, meals and the College's boarding pastoral support and enrichment as described by the College. Per-invoice and per-term equivalent values are included for budgeting.
- Alice House | Premium Studio Ensuite | Year 13 students - Yearly boarding fee: GBP 37,995.00. - Per invoice: GBP 18,997.50. - Per‑term equivalent: GBP 12,665.00.
- Wavy Gate | Studio | Year 13 students - Yearly boarding fee: GBP 37,495.00. - Per invoice: GBP 18,747.50. - Per‑term equivalent: GBP 12,498.33.
- Wavy Gate | Standard Double Ensuite | Year 13 students - Yearly boarding fee: GBP 36,995.00. - Per invoice: GBP 18,497.50. - Per‑term equivalent: GBP 12,331.67.
- St Clements | Standard Single Ensuite | Year 13 students - Yearly boarding fee: GBP 36,495.00. - Per invoice: GBP 18,247.50. - Per‑term equivalent: GBP 12,165.00.
- Thames Street | Standard Single Ensuite | Year 11 & 12 students - Yearly boarding fee: GBP 36,495.00. - Per invoice: GBP 18,247.50. - Per‑term equivalent: GBP 12,165.00.
Additional and optional charges (examples and typical costs)
The College charges additional fees for optional enrichment, certain courses and activities. Typical additional charges for the academic year include:
- Biology field trip: GBP 650.00. - EPQ (Extended Project Qualification): GBP 1,545.00. - Duke of Edinburgh's Award (Bronze/Silver/Gold, programme cost): GBP 875.00. - LAMDA course: GBP 825.00. - Native Languages (e.g., Chinese or Russian A Level tuition): GBP 1,995.00 per year. - Perlego digital library access: GBP 120.00 per year. - HeadStart pre‑sessional course (Year 12): GBP 3,495.00. - Pre‑sessional UCAS programme (one‑week): GBP 2,295.00.
These items are charged as supplemental charges and are invoiced separately as described under Billing schedule.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The annual fees are divided into two equal parts and invoiced separately in June/July and in November/December; those invoices together are intended to cover the College's three academic terms. Payment dates are stated on each invoice. - All fee invoices (tuition, boarding and applicable supplemental charges) must be paid in full by direct bank transfer on or before the payment date shown on the invoice. Supplemental charges for each term are included in the November/December invoice or invoiced separately in April as applicable. - Late payments may attract interest at 2.5% per annum above the School's bank base rate, charged daily from the due date until payment. The College may refuse attendance, withhold references and/or withdraw visa sponsorship while fees remain unpaid, and may recover costs of debt recovery from parents.
These billing and payment terms are contractual and apply to all parents who sign the acceptance form.
Refunds and withdrawal charges
- The application/administration fee is non‑refundable in all circumstances. The deposit is not refundable if a pupil does not take up the place, except in the limited circumstance where the College receives proper notice and is able to fill the specific vacancy; the deposit is otherwise held and refunded (without interest) after the pupil leaves provided there are no outstanding balances. - If you wish to withdraw a pupil before they join, you must provide a term's notice or pay a term's fees in lieu of notice. If a pupil is withdrawn without the required notice, a term's fees will be payable as a debt. - Fees and supplemental charges are not reduced or refunded for absence due to illness, study leave, shortened terms or remote provision. Additional charges (for example, public examination fees, individual music lessons, certain trips, damage or cleaning of boarding accommodation) are billed as supplemental charges.
Payment methods and arrangements
- Standard payment method: direct bank transfer (parents must pay invoices by the due date by bank transfer). The College may agree in writing to accept payment from a third party but this does not remove the parents' contractual liability for fees. - The College operates a Fees‑In‑Advance (FIA) scheme for lump‑sum prepayments under separate FIA terms; where used, the FIA arrangement is administered against termly fee obligations and any shortfalls or supplemental charges remain payable under the standard contract.
Specific bank details, invoice deadlines and any alternative payment arrangements are provided to parents on the fee invoice and acceptance paperwork.
Other practical points and incidental costs
- Students do not wear a uniform; a dress code applies. There is therefore no uniform cost charged as part of the College fees, but parents should allow for personal clothing and incidental items. - Public examination fees, optional trips, certain extracurricular activities and services (e.g., individual music tuition, specialist language tuition, transport or property damage/cleaning charges for boarders) are charged in addition to tuition/boarding fees as supplemental charges.
Please use these figures and conditions for fee entries and budgeting. If a particular programme, boarding option or optional activity is selected, use the specific annual figure above and apply the billing schedule (two equal invoices in June/July and November/December) when recording instalments.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Years 7-11 follow the English National Curriculum, culminating in GCSE exams at 16. Years 7-9 offer a broad and balanced curriculum including maths, English, sciences, geography, history, computing, art and design, music, drama, sport, and religion, ethics and philosophy. In Year 9 students select two languages from French, Spanish, and Latin, or study classical civilisation, while biology, chemistry and physics continue as separate subjects. In Years 10 and 11 pupils study nine GCSE subjects in flexible option groups to shape their pathway to Sixth Form and beyond. In Sixth Form, students typically study three to four A-levels, with the Plus programme providing additional sessions and Admissions Prep supporting applications to competitive degree courses (including Medicine, Law, and selective universities such as Oxford/Cambridge), and a pathway to prepare international students.
Curriculum details
GCSE Ages 15-16 and A-level Ages 16-19 programmes. Academic Pathways with Purpose: clearly structured Global pathways aligned to intended degree areas, ensuring subject choices, enrichment, and preparation are coherent from the outset. University Guidance is built in with a dedicated University Counsellor providing strategic guidance across UK, US, and international applications. University Preparation, timetabled: University and careers guidance is embedded into the timetable, developing research skills, informed decision-making, and application readiness. Academic Depth Beyond the Classroom: Supercurricular portfolios through wider reading, competitions, research, EPQs, debating, and targeted enrichment.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
GCSE results for 2025 show 50% of all grades at 9-7, with 30% at 9-8, and around a quarter of students achieving at least five GCSEs at 8-9. GCSEs and IGCSEs in 2024 show 98% overall pass rate and 47% of grades 9-7, with about a third of entries achieving 9-8; over 80% achieved 9-6 in Maths and 100% of international students achieved 9-8 in Fine Art. A-Level results in 2024 included an overall pass rate of 99.7% and more than half of grades at A* or A.
Exam results
In 2025, A Level results featured A* as the most common grade. There were nine Oxbridge offers, spanning the sciences, humanities and future-shaping disciplines. Seventy-eight percent of offers came from Russell Group universities.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Many students progress to UK universities, including University College London, Oxford, and the London School of Economics; destinations include other Russell Group universities and leading global institutions.
Higher education progression
Graduates secure places at Oxbridge, G5 universities, and other leading global destinations. Each student is supported by a dedicated University Counsellor, providing guidance across UK, US, and international applications. University preparation and careers guidance are embedded into the timetable.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
The Sixth Form offers a Super-curricular programme with Plus sessions in over 20 subjects to extend study beyond A-levels, and Admissions Prep to support applications to competitive degree courses; there is also an Oxbridge-focused programme to help students apply to Oxford or Cambridge.
Gifted and talented
Supercurricular portfolios are built through wider reading, competitions, research, EPQs, debating, and targeted enrichment.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Make an enquiry. Start your journey by filling in the online enquiry form. The admissions team can answer your questions and provide the information you need. This initial contact starts the admissions journey and helps tailor next steps to your child's age and the programme they would join.
2. Join one of our Open Events. The best way to understand life at d'Overbroeck's is to visit in person or online. We offer several in-person and online Open Events throughout the year. Attending an event gives families the chance to meet staff and learn about entry routes and what to expect next.
3. Send us your application. Ready to apply? Complete our online application form and provide supporting documents. You can start the process by using the Apply Now option. The admissions team reviews the application and outlines the next steps according to the year group.
4. Assessment and interview. After receiving your form and documents, and depending on the year group, you'll be invited to sit an entrance test and attend an interview. Senior School candidates join a group or individual assessment that includes a two-hour cognitive abilities test. International School candidates complete entrance tests and join an online interview. Sixth Form candidates are interviewed by the Sixth Form Leadership Team.
5. Offering your child a place. After assessments and interviews are completed and references are received, a place will be offered. Timings vary; the process can be quick in some cases. Our admissions team will guide you through the next steps.
Admissions
MAKE AN ENQUIRY: Complete our online enquiry form and our Admissions Team will respond within 24 hours (Mon–Fri) to guide you through the next steps. They will confirm availability and answer any questions. You'll then complete our online application form. Admissions representatives are based around the world to support families.
SEND US YOUR APPLICATION: Apply online when ready, uploading supporting documents such as school reports, predicted grades, or examination certificates. The Admissions Team reviews the application and guides you through the next steps. Successful applicants may be invited to visit the College.
ASSESSMENT AND INTERVIEW: Applicants complete CAT4 aptitude testing, Maths and English placement assessments (OPT), and a personal interview. The assessment helps determine readiness for OIC's high-performing academic environment. Successful candidates may be invited to visit the College.
OFFERING YOU A PLACE: Following assessment, successful applicants receive a formal offer and clear support through deposit, registration, and enrolment. From enquiry to offer, the process typically takes no more than two weeks. You will receive guidance on deposits, registration, and enrolment.
GETTING STARTED AT OIC: Before arrival, the Student Services Manager ensures a smooth transition through secure pre-arrival forms covering wellbeing, guardianship, and arrival guidance. This support helps international students settle in and navigate arrival logistics. On arrival, staff provide ongoing welfare and onboarding assistance. The college maintains ongoing communications to support families.
Scholarships
Scholarships
RECOGNISING OUTSTANDING POTENTIAL. d'Overbroeck's provides a range of scholarships available to prospective students wishing to join us in Year 7, Year 9 or Year 12. Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional potential and outstanding talent in their respective field. Scholars are expected to lead by example, whether that is through their academic, artistic, sporting or other achievements, and to make a significant positive contribution to the life of the school. The financial value of our scholarships vary and are always offered at the discretion of the school.
SENIOR SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS. Our Senior School scholarships include Academic, Art, Drama and Music, and the Dance Academy. The financial value is up to a maximum of 25% of our tuition fees. Academic scholarships require evidence of high academic achievement and include an interview, subject to entrance assessment. Art, Drama and Music scholarships involve portfolios and auditions as described. Music scholarships require performance elements and ensemble participation.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS. Sixth Form scholarships include Academic, Art, Drama, Media, Music, Sport, and the Tennis Academy, with up to 25% of tuition fees. Academic scholarships reward sustained high attainment; portfolios and auditions apply for other categories. Applicants should show commitment to the field and readiness to contribute to school life. The scholarship assessments for Sixth Form are conducted by the admissions team; contact sixthformadmissions@doverbroecks.com for details.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS. Our International School Olympiad scholarships recognise exceptional talent demonstrated through the Olympiad assessments. Olympiad assessments include entrance assessments, a personal statement, a 300-word critical essay, and an interview in Round 1, followed by a task and Q&A in Round 2; the competition is open to specified regions. For more information, contact international@doverbroecks.com.
Scholarships
Bursaries are means-tested and designed to support families who require financial assistance. Awards are based on a confidential review of income, savings, and reasonable household circumstances and bursaries are reviewed annually. Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability, potential, and commitment and provide fee remission. Becoming a scholarship holder means contributing actively to College life as a role model, innovator, and future leader. Scholarships align with four Global Strategic Pathways: Clinical & Life Sciences; Physical & Applied Sciences; Social & Commerce Sciences; Computational & Data Sciences. Scholarships are available for both Under 16 and 16+ Entry. Scholars participate in enrichment opportunities, competitions, and academic societies.
