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 |
145 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
15 |
| Most common nationality |
French, Dutch, English, Angolan, Portuguese, Chinese, American, Brazilian, Middle East |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 to 10 |
| 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, Mandarin, Japanese, Russian, etc |
| Max. number of students per class |
3 |
| Average number of students per class |
2 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| 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, including offering online zoom tutorials to all students during the recent pandemic. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE and A Levels (we are a Cambridge and Edexcel Exam Centre) |
| Results in these examinations |
Since 2019, 60% of all grades awarded to Greene’s students have been A* or A grades. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
3 hours |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
95% |
| 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. Each student will be assigned to a Personal Tutor who will be his academic mentor throughout his 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. |
| 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. Every student is allocated a Personal Tutor, in addition to the academic specialists, who guides, mentors and encourages the student throughout his or her time at Greene’s, enabling students 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. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
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. |
| Waiting list |
No |
| 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. |
| School start time |
9 a.m. |
| School finish time |
5 p.m. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Uniform required |
No |
| 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. Visit our website here to learn more about the rich student life at Greene's: https://greenesoxford.com/student-life/ |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Work stations, hot desks, science laboratory, I.T. booths (for online classes), college garden, swimming pool. |
| 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. In October 2023 Greene's opened its campus at the heart of Lisbon. Learn more here: https://pt.greenesoxford.com/lisbon-campus/ Whether face-to-face, online or blended, students all over the world can benefit from the highest-quality tuition, which has always been the hallmark of a Greene’s Oxford education. |
| 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 solving, working with your colleagues, working on projects, attending talks and completing assignments. You should then expect to be challenged to think and discuss your work with your tutor. “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 and make very good progress.” ISI INSPECTION REPORT NOVEMBER 2019 |
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.
Introducing the fashionable, new campus in Príncipe Real, Lisbon’s most premium area.
Named after D. Pedro V, the Príncipe Real (Royal Prince) district is the most fashionable and exclusive area in Lisbon. With boundless greenery, charming and grand architecture, and delectable fine dining and shopping, there’s always something new for you to discover. And, nestled between the Botanical Garden of Lisbon and the National Museum of Natural History is Greene’s state-of-the-art campus in the magnificent Palacete Castilho.
Greene’s is excited to be bringing the tutorial method style of learning to Lisbon, Portugal.