Miguel Gama
Executive Director
Greene’s offers a full-time, university-style sixth form education, both in Oxford, England and in Estoril, Portugal – with academic oversight resting with the Oxford college. In Portugal, Greene’s is the first tutorial college and the foremost sixth form college in the Lisbon area. Greene’s is also the oldest tutorial college in Oxford, and quite possibly in the U.K.
At Greene’s, students are taught and supervised by our outstanding educators and academics, all trained to deliver the very best education, and to guide students towards the highest grades – while maintaining the greatest regard for student welfare and wellbeing. Every student has a Personal Tutor, in addition to the academic specialists, who guides, mentors and encourages the student to grow personally as well as academically. Students are also encouraged to benefit from all the numerous social, cultural and sporting activities Greene’s have to offer, whether in Oxford or Estoril.
Most courses are delivered to students individually or in very small groups, with some work in larger seminars. Greene’s has been truly committed to the tutorial method of learning for over 50 years. Students are very much in control of their studies and have access to a stream of information about their progress, feedback from tutors, realistic assessments of their likely achievement, together with the reassurance of their Personal Tutor to talk through their personal academic strategy.
| Number of students |
30 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
9 |
| Most common nationality |
French, Dutch, English, Angolan, Portuguese, Chinese, American, Brazilian, Middle East |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 to 5 |
| Max. number of students per class |
3 |
| Average number of students per class |
1 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Portuguese, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, etc |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Interactive Boards, Smart TVs, Projectors, Online Tutorials, Laptops, Mobile phones |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Over 10 years of experience in online tuition. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
3 hours |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Waiting list |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
When you come to Greene’s, the College Principal will meet you for an initial interview and assessment to discuss your interests and goals and confirm your selection of A level subjects. Subject assessments may be set up to determine the degree of support you will need. The College Principal will then assign you to a Personal Tutor who will be your academic mentor throughout your course. Our Personal Tutors are responsible for providing you with strategic guidance with your studies, monitoring your academic progress through weekly meetings, helping you to develop your independent study skills and ensuring your general welfare |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. The tutorial method allows you to start anytime throughout the academic year. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes. Students can start at their own convenience and we will develop a teaching schedule that is orientated on the student's goal.. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
95% |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE and A Levels (we are a Cambridge and Edexcel Exam Centre) |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
NA |
| School bus service available |
No |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
The tutorial method allows all students to have an individualised study programme tailored to their needs.
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| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The tutorial method allows all students to have an individualised program. That means that gifted, able and talented students are encouraged to achieve their full potential at Greene's. Some students finish their studies earlier than expected.
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| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| School start time |
9am |
| School finish time |
4pm |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, numerous social, cultural and sporting activities Greene’s have to offer, whether in Oxford or Estoril. |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Sports activities included |
NA |
| Sports facilities at the school |
NA |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Other facilities at the school |
Work stations, hot desks, science lab |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Founded by Edward Greene in 1967, Greene’s is Oxford’s oldest tutorial college and has seen approximately 15,000 international students pass through its doors. Our individualised programmes are rooted in the tutorial system, a method of learning synonymous with the University of Oxford. We have remained true to this educational philosophy for decades, which allows us to design courses of individual tuition for all students, regardless of their background. In 2017, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, Greene’s opened a sister College in Portugal and became the first educational institution to bring the tutorial system to the country.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
Our Tutorial Method of Learning comprises the principle of treating you as an individual and cultivating your confidence, critical thinking, ability to work with others, effective oral and written communication and independent learning skills. In today’s world, information is more freely available and accessible than ever before and we believe that our method, which focuses on the processing of concepts, ideas and knowledge through discussion, is more relevant than ever. Learning is not only about memorising, practising, and examinations. It is also about the ability to reason, debate, and think independently – all attributes that need to be developed for future
Often at school you are taught in a group then given homework to practise and consolidate what you have learnt. In a tutorial environment you will first study independently by reading, problem
“Teaching, learning and assessment are excellent and consistently high quality. Tutorials have a coherent structure and are used very effectively to meet individual needs; consequently, students learn well
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Times change, values endure.
The Greene’s method of learning draws on the long history and practice of the tutorial combined with the relative ease with which individual academic programmes can be put together using modern technology. Our method of learning comprises the principle of treating you as an individual and cultivating your confidence, critical thinking, ability to work with others, effective oral and written communication and independent learning skills.
Learning is not only about memorising, practising, and examinations. It is also about the ability to reason, debate, and think independently – all attributes that need to be developed for future success at university and in the workplace. Development of these abilities requires you to be challenged through discussion, debate and direct contact with a tutor.
Greene’s is the ideal environment to develop your understanding of a subject, improve your grades or to learn a language. We have considerable experience preparing students of all ages for school entry, GCSEs, A levels, Oxford and Cambridge entrance, UCAS and U.S. university applications and preparation for SATs.
Greene's Tutorial College offers to every student an education unlike any other for students who are ready to immerse themselves in a tutorial experience of innovation, leadership and academic excellence.
Greene's Tutorial College is delighted that you are considering our school for your child’s education.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions – we are here to help. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our school!
