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Greene's College Oxford - Algarve

Portugal, Algarve

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €18,575 - 24,360
Ages 14 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 1967
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum
Taught languages French, Portuguese, German, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Latin
Typical class size 3
Strengths Academic Enrichment
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Greene's College Oxford - Algarve offers a British curriculum for learners aged 14 to 18, based in Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal, as an Algarve hub of the historic Oxford tutorial college. The curriculum runs from IGCSEs through to A levels, taught via the Tutorial Method of Learning. Students work in small groups or pairs, guided by Socratic questioning and an emphasis on independent study to develop confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, and strong oral and written communication, preparing them for university life. The Algarve hub marks Greene's expansion to Portugal, supporting local families and a dedicated group of Algarve students this academic year. The school reports results reflecting its approach, including 45% A* or A in 2022-23, and notable achievements such as a 2023 online student attaining the highest AQA AS Geography mark. Greene's holds a Guinness World Record for the youngest student to complete a full A-level programme at age 8.

Rua Cabeço Esteves, nº 45, 8500-158 Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal

The Essentials

Greene's College Oxford - Algarve has typical class sizes of 3, instruction in English.

Location
Rua Cabeço Esteves, nº 45, 8500-158 Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal

Stages
IGCSEs through to A levels

Type
Tutorial College

Additional learning support
Support for students with special educational requirements

Country affiliation
Portugal
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is Greene's Educational Services Limited (NIPC/NIF: 980751292), trading as Greene's College Oxford.
Fees

Annual tuition at Greene's College Oxford - Algarve ranges from EUR 18,575 to EUR 24,360 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Registration fee (new students, non-refundable): EUR 2,400.
- Re-registration fee (returning students, non-refundable): EUR 1,200.
- Insurance charge (annual): EUR 75.

Tuition fees (full‑time) — amounts per academic year and per term

Notes: Greene's publishes full‑year fees on a 30‑academic‑week basis and invoices either annually or termly in advance. The college operates on a three‑term academic calendar; the per‑term figures below are the annual fee divided into three equal term payments (inference based on a 30‑week year and the published three‑term calendar).

- International A level (full‑time, three subjects / 30 academic weeks):
- Annual fee: EUR 24,360.
- Per term (three equal terms): EUR 8,120.00. (annual ÷ 3).

- iGCSE (full‑time, three subjects / 30 academic weeks):
- Annual fee: EUR 18,575.
- Per term (three equal terms): EUR 6,191.67. (annual ÷ 3).

- International Foundation Year (30 academic weeks):
- Annual fee: EUR 24,360.
- Per term (three equal terms): EUR 8,120.00. (annual ÷ 3).

Flexible / subject‑by‑subject fees (examples published by week length or subject count)

- Flexible International A level (subject package prices):
- 1 subject, 30 academic weeks: EUR 9,225.
- 1 subject, 20 academic weeks: EUR 6,765.
- 1 subject, 10 academic weeks: EUR 3,690.
- 2 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 17,345; 20 weeks: EUR 12,175; 10 weeks: EUR 6,765.
- 3 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 24,355; 20 weeks: EUR 17,345; 10 weeks: EUR 9,225.

- Flexible International iGCSE (subject count / 30–10 week options):
- 1 subject, 30 weeks: EUR 7,135; 20 weeks: EUR 5,045; 10 weeks: EUR 2,710.
- 2 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 13,285; 20 weeks: EUR 9,475; 10 weeks: EUR 5,045.
- 3 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 18,575; 20 weeks: EUR 13,285; 10 weeks: EUR 7,135.
- 4 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 23,125; 5 subjects, 30 weeks: EUR 27,060.

Subject supplements and add‑ons (published amounts)

- Subject supplement for specific subjects (Business, Economics, Computer Science, IT, Digital Media & Design, Media Studies, Music, Geography): EUR 1,845 per year (where applicable).
- 30‑week individual supplement (guaranteed individual tuition per subject): EUR 1,995 per year.
- Science practicals (per subject, per year): EUR 2,300.
- Additional subject (30 academic weeks): A level: EUR 8,120; iGCSE: EUR 5,415.
- EPQ (25 hours contact): EUR 3,570.
- English language (IELTS / intensive English support, per year): EUR 6,460.

What the published fees do not include (items charged in addition)

- Public examination fees (IGCSE / A level exam registration and entries).
- Accommodation and related boarding costs (charged separately).
- Supplementary individual tuition beyond the agreed programme.
- Additional university‑preparation tests (e.g., SAT), textbooks, stationery, field trips, guardianship (for under‑18 international students) and student social events. Refunds for unused extras are treated separately.

Boarding / accommodation

- Accommodation is not included in the tuition figures and is charged separately; Greene's may assist in finding accommodation but does not include boarding in the standard published tuition. No separate boarding fee schedule is published with the international tuition schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing frequency: Fees are payable either annually or termly in advance.
- Timing and payment before attendance: Fees (or any due instalments and requested extras) must be paid before attendance; the college may refuse attendance where fees/instalments are unpaid.
- Instalments: Instalment arrangements may be agreed by prior written agreement on a case‑by‑case basis; an additional charge may apply for payment by instalments.
- VAT / sales tax: Published fees are stated exclusive of local VAT where applicable; local VAT will be charged in addition when required by law.
- Late payment: Late payment charges may be applied; published terms allow interest on outstanding sums at 2% per month plus collection costs.

Other assessment and examination charges

- Trial and public examination costs are charged separately; trial exam charges and exam centre administration fees apply in addition to tuition. (Examination charges are published separately by Greene's examination services.)

Refund information

- Registration fees are non‑refundable.
- General rule: Fees for an agreed academic programme are not refundable once the programme is confirmed or has commenced, except as provided in the college's terms and in statutory consumer rights.
- Statutory cancellation: There is a statutory right to cancel an agreement for Educational Services within 14 days of agreeing the terms; refunds under this right will be processed by the same method used for payment within 14 days.
- Refunds for extras: Amounts for extras that remain unused or uncommitted at the end of attendance may be refunded or credited, net of any foreign exchange losses, banking or card charges, and a management charge (standard deduction on cancellation: GBP 150, except where waived in specified circumstances).
- Illness/visa: No general right to refund for illness or visa refusal except where specific contractual provisions or statutory rights apply; exceptional cases may be considered on written request.

Fee payment options

- Published payment routes for college‑run services and exam/proctoring payments include debit or credit card and bank transfer; some college services expressly state that cheque or cash payments are not accepted.
- Refunds are returned by the same payment method used for the original payment where possible.

Summary of the key published figures (quick reference)

- Registration fee (new): EUR 2,400.
- Full‑time A level (annual): EUR 24,360 — Per term (÷3): EUR 8,120.00.
- Full‑time iGCSE (annual): EUR 18,575 — Per term (÷3): EUR 6,191.67.
- Flexible and part‑time packages, subject supplements, science practicals, EPQ and English language support are published as itemised charges and are payable in addition to the base tuition where selected.
Academics

Greene's College Oxford - Algarve teaches British Curriculum for students aged 14 to 18.

Curriculum
Offers IGCSEs through to A levels. The Tutorial Method of Learning uses small group or paired tuition, taught in the Socratic method, with an emphasis on independent study. This approach builds confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, effective oral and written communication, and independent learning, preparing students for the transition from A levels to university life. A cohort of Algarve students is enrolled this academic year. Greene's has provided bespoke tuition for over 55 years from the heart of Oxford.

Exam Results
Students in the last academic year (2022-23) achieved above the British national average in A* and A grades; 45% of Greene's grades were A* or A. In 2023, a full-time online student achieved the highest mark in the U.K. for the AQA AS Level Geography examination.

Higher Education Progression
Greene's prepares students for higher education at the world's leading universities, from IGCSEs through to A levels.
Wellbeing

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school includes students with special educational requirements needing extra support and attention.
Parent Experience

History
Greene's is the oldest tutorial college in Oxford, with a legacy steeped in academic distinction. It has almost 200 world-class tutors, holding an average of 2.5 academic degrees from top universities, who are experts in helping students excel in their examinations. For over 55 years, Greene's has provided bespoke tuition from the heart of Oxford, guiding students from IGCSEs through A levels for top higher education institutions. The Algarve hub marks Greene's expansion to Portugal, opening a new hub in the Algarve to serve local families; thanks to their support, a cohort of Algarve students joined this academic year. Greene's holds a Guinness World Record for the youngest student to complete a full A-level programme at age 8.

Community
Greene's in the Algarve is a new hub serving local families, located at Rua Cabeço Esteves, nº 45, 8500-158 Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal. An exclusive pre-visit event is scheduled for Monday 28 July from 14:00 to 20:00, inviting prospective families to learn about Greene's approach. Since the Algarve event, Greene's has enrolled a cohort of students from the region this academic year, with more interested to join.
Facilities

Academic Facilities
The school uses the Tutorial Method of Learning, with small group or paired tuition and the Socratic method and an emphasis on independent study. It supports individualized learning and helps students develop confidence, critical thinking, and strong oral and written communication for the transition from A levels to university life. Greene's has delivered results for over 55 years, with 45% of grades being A* or A in the 2022-23 academic year. In 2023, a full-time online student achieved the highest mark in the UK for the AQA AS Geography examination.
Admissions

Admissions
Greene's in the Algarve operates a hub at Rua Cabeço Esteves, nº 45, 8500-158 Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal, and hosted an exclusive pre-visit on Monday, 28 July from 14:00 to 20:00. Since that event, Greene's has enrolled a cohort of Algarve students for the current academic year, with more expressing interest to join. Admissions are handled through a Reach out for more information form that collects First Name, Last Name, Email, Mobile (including country code), and whether the applicant is interested in A levels, IGCSEs, or both, with a field for how Greene's can help. All personal information provided on the form is voluntarily given and kept securely in line with the privacy policy, and the Algarve hub presents the Tutorial Method of Learning, a small group or paired tuition style taught in the Socratic method to develop independent learning and university readiness.
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