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REAL LIFE STORIES
HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS & FAMILIES
Discover how OIC Brighton helps students grow academically, personally and socially through the experiences of current students, alumni and parents.
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Stefanie
Year 13 Alumni Student
Leaving OIC Brighton is definitely bittersweet. It's been such an ambitious, inspiring place to learn, and I've grown so much, not just academically, but personally too. I've made amazing friends, had incredible teachers, and taken part in opportunities I never imagined. I'd highly recommend OIC Brighton to anyone looking for a school that combines high aspirations with a real sense of belonging.
PRE-GCSE
BUILDING CONFIDENCE FOR FUTURE SUCCESS
The Pre-GCSE programme helps students strengthen their academic foundations, improve their English language skills and develop the confidence needed to thrive in a British independent school environment.
What students gain:
- A smooth transition into UK education
- Improved English language proficiency
- Strong study habits and academic foundations
- Confidence before progressing to GCSE
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Pre-GCSE Journeys
>Hear from students who joined OIC Brighton's Pre-GCSE programme and successfully transitioned into UK independent education. Through academic support, English language development, boarding life and a welcoming community, these students built the confidence and skills needed to take their next steps with success.
Anjola
Year 9 Student
Find out why Anjola loves the community feel and boarding experience here at OIC Brighton.
Anjola
Yuriy
Year 9 Student
Find out about Yuriy's experience of catering at OIC Brighton and what he think about the teaching staff at the college.
Yuriy
Fiona
Year 9 Student
Hear how OIC Brighton supported Fiona to settle into college life.
Fiona
Fiona
Year 9 Student
Since this is quite a smaller school, the teachers can focus their time more on individual students. They're able to support you not only with your academics, but also your wellbeing and if you have any personal problems, they're always ready to listen and offer advice.
GCSE
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
The GCSE programme equips students with the knowledge, study skills and resilience required to excel academically while exploring opportunities beyond the classroom.
What students gain:
- Excellent GCSE preparation
- Personalised teacher support
- Development of independent learning skills
- Access to sport, enrichment and leadership opportunities
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GCSE Journeys
>Every student's journey is unique. Discover how GCSE students at OIC Brighton have developed academically, grown in confidence and taken advantage of the opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom. From teacher support and boarding life to extracurricular activities and personal achievement, these stories showcase the impact of the OIC Brighton experience.
Boris
Year 11 Student
Learn how Boris used the Super Curriculum Clubs and structured Career Progression opportunities to strengthen his subject knowledge, build confidence and develop the professional skills needed for a demanding university pathway.
Boris
Alex
Year 11 Student
Find out how OIC Brighton are supporting Alex with her dreams of pursuing a career in Engineering or Computer Science.
Alex
Ali
Year 10 Student
Ali shares how his love of football and drama helped him build friendships at Oxford International College Brighton — and how teacher support made the transition smooth and positive.
Ali
Doris
Year 11 Student
Find out about Doris' experience of our 1 Year GCSE Programme, and how participating in additional experiments beyond the syllabus is helping her build strong academic evidence for competitive university applications.
Doris
Talya
Year 11 Student
Find out which Super Curriculum clubs Talya has joined to give her an advantage when applying to universities, and how she would describe her experience in just three words.
Talya
Ziv
Year 11 Student
Learn out about national competitions Ziv entered, how rocketry and chemistry clubs are supporting his academic development and what he thinks about boarding at OIC Brighton.
Ziv
Doris
Year 11 Student
The students around you are really hardworking, which inspires you to achieve your best. This is different from other schools that I've studied at and is a key reason why I'd recommend the school to my friends.
Parent of Orsi
As time went by we became more and more confident in our decision because we saw that she was comfortable and settled in beautifully. As a mother, nothing is more relieving than being sure that my daughter was at a place I could trust 100%. The motivation she got both from her teachers and fellow students was outstanding, and we are so grateful for this. Thank you to all of her teachers and staff.
A LEVEL
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR LEADING UNIVERSITIES WORLDWIDE
The A Level programme challenges students academically while providing expert university preparation, helping them progress to ambitious destinations and future careers.
What students gain:
- Outstanding academic preparation
- Expert university guidance
- Subject-specialist teaching
- Opportunities to develop leadership and independence
A Level Journeys
>Hear directly from A Level students and recent graduates as they reflect on their time at OIC Brighton. Learn how personalised teaching, university preparation, enrichment opportunities and expert guidance helped them achieve ambitious goals and secure places at leading universities around the world.
Mara
Year 13 Student
Learn about Mara's experience with UK challenges such as Rocketry Club, and how these practical experiences have enabled her to develop her understanding in a meaningful way.
Mara
Jonathan
Year 12 Student
Find out how the teachers have supported Jonathan's ambitions and how his fellow students have provided a welcoming community.
Jonathan
Laura
Year 12 Student
Find out about Laura's boarding experience, what she thinks about the student teacher relationships and why she originally chose to study here.
Laura
Ismayil
Year 13 Student
Hear about his plans to study Finance and Accounting at Kings College London, which Super Curriculum Clubs he's a part of and how his boarding experience has helped shape his learning styles.
Ismayil
Kamillia
Year 12 Student
Find out about which clubs Kamilla is part of, why she joined the college and what she hopes to do in the future.
Kamillia
Marie
Year 13 Student
The teacher support with practice interviews when applying to study Medicine at Cambridge meant I went there feeling that if they ask me something I've never heard about before, I can probably come up with an answer. Their help was invaluable with securing an offer.
beyond the classroom
experiences that extend learning
Academic achievement is only part of the story. Discover how Mara's passion for mathematics, combined with the opportunities provided by OIC Brighton's Fusion Programme, helped her secure a scholarship to Rice University. Read how research, mentoring and intellectual curiosity gave her a competitive edge in the university admissions process.
READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY?
Whether you're considering Pre-GCSE, GCSE or A Levels, discover how OIC Brighton can help you achieve your ambitions.
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