Kings - St. Josephs Oxford, England UK
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What we like about the school
- Large cafeteria on campus.
- Customise your Summer Course by including specialist activities.
Location: Kings - St. Josephs is located in Cowley, part of the city of Oxford just south of the city centre. St. Joseph’s is Kings Oxford year-round academic preparation campus, where they hold classes for international students working towards integration into the UK university and higher education system. The school is housed at St. Joseph’s Hall, a charming, red brick building dating back to Victorian times, on a quiet, residential street.
Courses: Kings - St. Josephs is home to their Summer Academy for students considering a life in the fields of STEM, Medicine, or Business and Economics. In the Summer Academy students focus on one of those subjects and study both that subject and English. Throughout the year, students following Kings Oxford’s Academic Preparation Programmes and their International High School Year Programmes are also based at Kings - St. Josephs.
Accommodation: Year-round students studying at Kings - St. Josephs can choose from among several options for accommodation: home-stay; residences; and student houses. Students attending the Summer Academy are housed in residence with full board.
Getting around: Cowley is well connected to the rest of Oxford by public transportation, and a trip to the city centre by bus generally takes about half an hour. Travel time to the school from the Oxford Railway station is 15 minutes by car. Students arriving from abroad should consider arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which is the closest to Oxford of the London airports and has direct connections by coach to Oxford.
School chain: Kings was founded in 1957 and has a number of well established English language schools in both the UK and USA. They understand that learning English is a journey, and that students’ needs change as their language studies progress. Each school provides a range of courses to cater for these requirements, ranging from exam courses, academic programmes, and diplomas to courses for specific fields of study such as business. Kings has partnered with academic establishments worldwide to help students transition into furthering their education at a university in either the UK or the US. Kings Young Learners provides highly successful English language summer, holiday and year long programmes for children and teens from ages 8 through 17.
English Courses
General Language
Summer Academy: STEM (15 to 17 years old)
27 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from£1,968£1,919 / week Includes accommodationMore
Summer Academy: STEM (15 to 17 years old)
27 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
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£1,968£1,919 / week
Includes accommodation
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 3,936 3,838 | 7,872 7,676 |
| Price in US$ | 5,177 | 10,354 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 12 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Age range:
- 15 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Summer Academy: Business and Economics (15 to 17 years old)27 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from£1,968£1,919 / week Includes accommodationMore
Summer Academy: Business and Economics (15 to 17 years old)
27 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Offer!from
£1,968£1,919 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 3,936 3,838 | 7,872 7,676 |
| Price in US$ | 5,177 | 10,354 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 12 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Age range:
- 15 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Summer Academy: Medical Programme (15 to 17 years old)24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from£2,304£2,247 / week Includes accommodationMore
Summer Academy: Medical Programme (15 to 17 years old)
24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Offer!from
£2,304£2,247 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 4,608 4,493 |
| Price in US$ | 6,061 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026
Includes 14 lessons of academic subjects and 10 lessons of English, UCAS counselling
and culture per week.
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Age range:
- 15 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Kings - St. Josephs include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Students1/12
School2/12
In class3/12
Campus4/12
Kings accommodation in Oxford5/12
Lounge6/12
7/12
8/12
9/12
10/12
11/12
12/12
Kings - St. Josephs
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Kings - St. Josephs.
- Year of school foundation
- 1957
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 12
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 26% |
| Turkey | 20% |
| Spain | 9% |
| Italy | 3% |
| Other nationalities | 42% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Minimum age of students
- 15 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 16 years
Information for all courses offered by Kings - St. Josephs
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Supplements and other charges:
-Unaccompanied minor supplement (one way only): GBP 95
-Assisted check-in fee (departure): GBP 75
-Student insurance: GBP 6 (per week)
Please note a deposit of GBP 50 per student is required on arrival, in case of damages.
Towels are not included.
- The premium student residence features spacious, single, en suite bedrooms in a contemporary building.- There are on-site kitchen and laundry facilities, plus a full time live-in warden.
- The residence is located in the vibrant student area of Cowley and is 15 minutes’ walk from St. Josephs Campus, and 25 minutes’ walk from St. Michaels Campus and the city centre.
- As one of the most popular areas for students in the city, there is a huge range of amenities including shops, cinema, music and entertainment venues and restaurants serving food from every corner of the world.
- There are on-site kitchen and laundry facilities, plus a full time live-in warden.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026, 27 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 27 Jun 2027, 27 Jul 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- London Heathrow Airport:
- £175 one way
£350 return (both ways) - Luton Airport:
- £190 one way
£380 return (both ways) - London Gatwick Airport:
- £225 one way
£450 return (both ways) - London Stansted Airport:
- £230 one way
£460 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy Medical
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy_ Business and Economics
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy_ STEM
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - STEM 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - Business and Economics 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - Medical 2026
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Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Social Activity 2026
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Not offered.
Adults - Paid activities
- Not offered.
Junior - Free activities
- - Arts and crafts
- Badminton
- Barbecues
- Basketball
- Bushcraft/Woodcraft
- Capture the Flag
- Casino night
- Cookery
- Dance
- Dodgeball
- Disco night
- Football
- Frisbee games
- Karaoke
- Kings' Got Talent
- Latin dances
- Movie night
- Murder Mystery
- Pool parties
- Quiz challengers
- Swimming games
- Tennis
- Touch Rugby
- Volleyball
- Zumba Junior - Paid activities
- Included in the course fees.
Questions and answers about Kings - St. Josephs
Could your school provide an offer letter that includes the CAS number and sponsor license information to support my visa application for a 4-week short-term student visa?
“Unfortunately, there's no CAS for English courses. CAS and a student visa are only available for academic students, studying for at least a year.
We can issue a visa letter for a short-term visa, but that’s all we can do. CAS is only for academic courses.”
We can issue a visa letter for a short-term visa, but that’s all we can do. CAS is only for academic courses.”
Amanda, Admission Team from Kings, St. Josephs London - Aug 15, 2025
FAQ about Kings - St. Josephs, Oxford
What is the best price for a course at Kings - St. Josephs, Oxford?
“English courses at Kings - St. Josephs start at 1919 £ for a Summer Academy: STEM course with 27 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by Kings - St. Josephs?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (175 £), Luton Airport (190 £), London Gatwick Airport (225 £), London Stansted Airport (230 £)”
Which countries are students of Kings - St. Josephs from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Kings - St. Josephs comes from China with a 26% representation, followed by students from Turkey (20%) and Spain (9%).”
Kings - St. Josephs fact file 2026
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Summer Academy Fees 2026 (updated)
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - STEM 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - Business and Economics 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Summer Academy - Medical 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy_ STEM
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Kings Summer Academy 2026
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Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Social Activity 2026
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy_ Business and Economics
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Summer Academy: Business and Economics
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Summer Academy: Medical
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Summer Academy: GCSE Prep
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Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
2026 Oxford timetable - Summer Academy Medical
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Academic Study Programme 2026/2027
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Terms of Kings - St. Josephs
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Prime Education Colleges Limited | Tax registration ID: 17106561
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 65 £
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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