Learn English in the Heart of Oxford
Since 1979, The Oxford English Centre has helped adults, professionals and teenagers from around the world speak English with confidence. Small classes, experienced teachers and personal attention, in a Victorian building on Banbury Road, a short walk from the city centre.
General English, exam preparation, one-to-one and professional English, each planned around your goals.
Clear 2027 prices, start dates and extras, all in one place.
A weekly social programme, friends from around the world and a city like no other.
Our Promise to Every Student
“To provide a quality learning experience, in a friendly, caring and professional environment, so that every student gains the maximum enjoyment and benefit from their course.”
Teaching English in Oxford Since 1979
For more than 45 years, students have come to The Oxford English Centre for serious English teaching in a place that feels personal. Our Grade II listed Victorian building on Banbury Road sits in leafy North Oxford, a short walk from the colleges, museums and city centre. We are small enough to know your goals, and experienced enough to know how to help you reach them.
Small Classes. Experienced Teachers. Real Progress.
Small classes mean your teacher has time for you. Regular progress reviews show you where you stand and what to work on next, and you can add one-to-one lessons whenever you want a sharper focus.
A Course for Every Ambition
Welcome to The Oxford English Centre
Get a feel for life at The Oxford English Centre. Discover our welcoming school atmosphere, charming Victorian classrooms, and the unique experience of learning English in the heart of Oxford.
What Makes The Oxford English Centre Different
Experienced Teachers
Qualified, experienced teachers who make every lesson count.
A Victorian School in North Oxford
Bright classrooms in a Grade II listed building, a short walk from the city centre.
Personal Attention
Small classes, regular progress reviews and optional one-to-one lessons.
Life Beyond the Classroom
Excursions, culture, sport and social events every week.
Since 1979
More than 45 years of teaching English in Oxford.
What Our Students Say
“This is the sixth time we've come with a group of students from Córdoba, Argentina to study English at The Oxford English Centre. You don't just teach English - you create a meaningful cultural exchange that leaves a lasting impact on everyone who comes here.”
“I have now studied at the Oxford English Centre for the second time, and I can highly recommend it. The teachers are truly outstanding: professional, motivated, patient, and always attentive to the individual needs of the students.”
A Cambridge Authorised Exam Centre
Cambridge Authorised Exam Centre
We are a Cambridge Authorised Exam Centre and prepare students for Cambridge English exams (First, Advanced and Proficiency), with expert teachers and regular mock exams.
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