The EFL Magazine Buyers' Guide
Train to teach the world English
Oxford TEFL
Oxford TEFL delivers high-quality training through flexible online and face-to-face programmes.
About Oxford TEFL
Oxford TEFL has evolved from a teacher training centre into a comprehensive professional development provider. Founded by educators Duncan Foord and Nick Rawlinson, the organisation continues to focus on practical teaching excellence, innovation, and lifelong professional learning. Today, its graduates teach in schools, universities, and language centres across the world.
Internationally recognised qualifications for both new and experienced English language teachers.
Since 1998, Oxford TEFL has built a reputation as one of Europe's leading teacher training providers, offering internationally recognised qualifications for both new and experienced English language teachers. With more than 5,000 graduates worldwide, the organisation delivers high-quality training through flexible online and face-to-face programmes designed to prepare teachers for successful careers in English language education.
Why Choose Oxford TEFL?
Internationally Respected Qualifications
Oxford TEFL offers a range of highly regarded qualifications, including Cambridge CELTA courses available online and face-to-face in Barcelona, as well as the Trinity DipTESOL for experienced teachers looking to move into senior teaching, teacher training, or academic management.
Practical Teacher Training
Teaching practice is at the heart of every major qualification. Trainees receive extensive feedback from experienced trainers while teaching real English language learners, ensuring they graduate with practical classroom confidence rather than simply theoretical knowledge.
Flexible Learning Options
Oxford TEFL caters to teachers worldwide through a combination of fully online, blended, and face-to-face programmes. Courses are designed to fit around different schedules while maintaining high levels of tutor interaction and personalised support.
Continuing Professional Development
Beyond initial certification, Oxford TEFL offers an extensive range of specialist teacher development courses covering areas such as:
- Teaching Business English
- Teaching English Online
- IELTS Preparation
- Young Learners
- Teaching Teens
- CLIL
- English for Academic Purposes
- Cambridge Exam Preparation
- Pronunciation
- One-to-One Teaching
They Say
What They Say
I would totally recommend the CELTA course
I feel like the CELTA course really prepared me for my career as an English teacher. The tutors are wonderful and are with you every step of the way to ensure that you are developing your teaching skills. I enjoyed my time during the CELTA course. I would totally recommend the CELTA course to anyone wishing to teach English.
Andrea Nichole Hurst
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Thanks to this course I gained great insights into how the IELTS stuff has to be taught and what methods should be embraced in order to do it successfully. This course also provided me with helpful tips and very useful resources. In addition, the online tutorials throughout this course were really conducive to improving my teaching techniques. I really recommend this course to anyone who considers teaching the IELTS as a career.
Eliyahu Aviel
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I’ve just completed a CELTA course with Oxford TEFL Barcelona. The tutors were very helpful, experienced and knowledgeable. Everything is super organised and the whole course flowed smoothly without a glitch. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Oxford TEFL to anyone considering teacher training.
Rooz
Who Is It For?
- New teachers seeking an internationally recognised qualification
- Experienced teachers looking to advance into leadership or teacher training
- Teachers wanting to specialise in areas such as Business English or online teaching
- Schools seeking professional development for their teaching staff
- Anyone looking for flexible, tutor-supported learning from experienced ELT professionals.
Course Fees
Fees vary depending on the programme and study format. Typical pricing includes:
| Course | From |
|---|---|
| Cambridge CELTA (Online or Barcelona) | Approximately €1,600 to €2,000 |
| Trinity DipTESOL | From €575 per module (flexible modular format) |
| Teacher Development Courses | €375 |
| Pre-TEFL Courses | Varies by course |
Oxford TEFL regularly offers multiple start dates throughout the year, with both full-time and part-time study options available. Prospective students should check the latest pricing and schedules before enrolling.
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