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Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Milestones and Impact at Oxford International

As 2024 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on an extraordinary year of growth, innovation, and impact at Oxford International Education Group.

This year, we have invested in our “Learning Without Limits” mission by expanding global access to education, deepening community impact, and embracing innovation across our divisions. 

🚀 Expanding Global Access to Education

This year, we focused on expanding access to education globally, enabling more students to pursue world-class learning opportunities:

  • Partnered with the University of Southampton to establish the first international campus in India, a pioneering step in making quality education more accessible.
  • Expanded in Australia through collaboration with the University of Notre Dame Australia, enhancing recruitment opportunities and student outcomes.
  • Opened the Edinburgh Napier University International College, welcoming over 200 students into transformative pathways.
  • Officially launched the OIPC Brighton Centre, offering enhanced facilities to support year-round learning and vocational education for junior and adult learners.

🌍 Innovation, Excellence, and Digital Leadership

This year, our Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI) has led the way in leveraging technology to streamline and enhance education:

  • Facilitated over 100,000 Oxford English Language Level Tests (ELLT) globally, reinforcing our position as a leader in digital assessment solutions.
  • Integrated Oxford ELLT with Slate CRM, simplifying the admissions process for institutions worldwide.
  • Relaunched the Spotlight Test, a tech-driven, customisable placement testing solution, with Spotlight Junior on track for a 2025 launch.
  • Published the acclaimed whitepaper, ‘Diversity in the Face of Adversity’, authored by Dr. Rajika Bhandari, offering insights on supporting international students in the U.S.
  • Honoured as a finalist in the EducationInvestor Awards’ EdTech category, further validating our commitment to innovation.

🤝 Strengthening Community and Sustainability

Education is a powerful tool for change, and this year we focused on creating meaningful impact where it’s needed most:

  • Achieved an improved ESG rating of 4.3/5, showcasing our focus on sustainability, social responsibility, and governance.
  • Provided free online English classes to over 2,200 displaced individuals, empowering them with essential language skills.
  • Supported educators and students in Cameroon through the PRELIM 3 project, equipping teachers with innovative resources to enhance learning outcomes.

🌎 Growth in North America and Beyond

In North America, we introduced programmes designed to prepare students for today’s competitive job market:

  • The Career Academy Canada equips learners with workforce-ready skills, bridging the gap between education and employment opportunities.

🏆 Recognition and Celebration

This year, recognition for our work reinforced the impact of our efforts on students, institutions, and communities:

  • Recognised by the Office for Students for meeting their rigorous standards in quality, governance, and student outcomes.
  • Proudly committed to the UK Agent Quality Framework, demonstrating our dedication to transparency, integrity, and professionalism.
  • We were pleased to see two of our esteemed leaders, David Brown and David Pilsbury, shortlisted for their Outstanding Contribution to the sector in this year’s PIEoneer Awards. 
  • Ranked among the Great Place To Work UK’s Best Workplaces for Learning & Development and Wellbeing, reflecting our focus on employee growth and care.
  • Marked 33 years of Oxford International and celebrated a decade of excellence in Higher Education, a period defined by transformative partnerships and student success.

🌿 Making a Difference Through CSR

In India, we continued to make a meaningful difference through impactful CSR initiatives:

  • Distributed food to families in need and organised events to provide books to children facing book poverty.
  • Conducted environmental workshops to inspire sustainable practices in local communities.

Looking Ahead

Every achievement this year has been a step toward making education more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. As we look forward to 2025, our focus remains on creating opportunities that empower students, support institutions, and strengthen communities.

Thank you to the partners, students, and educators who made these outcomes possible. Together, we continue to shape a future where education knows no limits.

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