Oxbridge Programme – Esher Sixth Form College

Our Oxbridge Programme actively encourages academically-suited students to think about applying to Oxford or Cambridge, including many students who hadn’t even considered this as an option.

We provide personalised support and expert guidance to help students prepare for every stage of the application process.

Our Oxbridge Programme has two dedicated Oxbridge co-ordinators.

The Oxbridge Programme includes:

Guidance on subject-related extension opportunities
Opportunities for taster events and subject masterclasses
Guest speakers and visits from Oxbridge outreach officers
Oxbridge summer programme to help you prepare
Admissions test support
1:1 personal statement sessions
Mock interviews and interview boot camp (in collaboration with Reigate College)
Post-offer support

You can also meet some of our former Esher Oxbridge students to hear about tips and advice on what to expect.

Successful applicants are usually those with very strong grades but at Esher we don’t ‘select’ students, rather empower students to make their own informed decision.

Parents and guardians can learn more about applying to Oxford or Cambridge Universities on the evening of Higher Education Day, which is in March.

Did you know?

As well as being a member of Oxford or Cambridge University, you are also a member of a college. This will be your home from home where you will live, study and socialise with students from a range of subjects. There are 29 undergraduate colleges at Cambridge and more than 30 at Oxford.

Student Case Studies

Freya achieved Biology A*, English Literature A* and Maths A* and went to Oxford to study Law. She says:

The best thing at Esher was a mock interview that they set up with a local law firm. I had a practice interview with three solicitors, then I went to a Law Open Day at Oxford, which confirmed my choice.

Top tip: Read widely!

James achieved Maths A*, Further Maths A and Physics A* to study Maths and Physics at Cambridge. He says,

My Maths teacher at Esher ran weekly sessions before the interview where a group of us would work through interview-style questions in front of him.

Top tip: Start early.

Ben achieved Biology A*, Classical Civilisation A*, English Literature A* and Psychology A* to study English at Oxford. He says

I’m thrilled with my results. Not only do I have my teachers to thank me for my grades, but also for motivating me to apply to Oxford in the first place.

Top tip: Make sure your passion for your subject comes across in your application and interview.

Martha is taking Music, French and History (Dictators and Imperialists) and hopes to study French with Beginners’ Russian at Oxford. She says,