The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 1.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is nearly full at 90% capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
1.6
42.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.31
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
9% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 361
- Capacity
- 90%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Oxfordshire
- Head
- Dr Sarah Watson
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Inadequate
April 2024 | Inspection
Education and boarding inspection summary
April 2024 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2020 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
November 2019 | Inspection
Pre-registration inspection
December 2018 | Inspection
Location
1-5 London Place, Oxford, OX4 1BD
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmEast Oxford Primary School
Primary · 341m away
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City
Primary · 864m away
Cheney School
Secondary · 1.2km away
New College School
Independent · 1.2km away
St Mary and St John Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Christ Church Cathedral School
Independent · 1.3km away
Oxford Media & Business School
Miscellaneous · 1.4km away
The Eckersley School of English
Miscellaneous · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Oxford International College a selective school?
Yes. Oxford International College has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Oxford International College's Ofsted rating?
Oxford International College was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in April 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Oxford International College?
Oxford International College currently has 361 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Oxford International College take?
Oxford International College caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Oxford International College?
Oxford International College is in OX4 1BD, in the Oxfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Oxford International College have a sixth form?
Yes, Oxford International College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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