Centre of English Studies (CES) Leeds, England UK
9 Park Place - LS1 2RU Leeds - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free access to CES online for all students.
- Situated nearby transport links by bus and train making it easy to explore the north of England.
- Top rated school facilities4.4
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Centre of English Studies (CES) Leeds is located in the city of Leeds in the northern English county of Yorkshire. Housed in a beautiful Georgian building in the city centre, the school boasts excellent facilities and is within walking distance of many cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops, ensuring students have much to see and do whilst achieving their language goals. A city bustling with student life, Leeds is sure to provide many fond memories for students furthering their English studies with CES.
School facilities: The school's facilities include everything a student may need to reach their language and learning goals in a vibrant and motivating environment. Facilities include a library, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software and a lounge area. All classrooms are equipped with heating, televisions, and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection offers something for junior and adult students of all levels. In addition to General English tuition over various schedules and intensities, CES Leeds also offers Exam preparation (IELTS), University Pathway, Business English, and English in conjunction with a work placement (unpaid). Throughout the summer months, immersive junior programmes are available as well as Teacher Training and CELTA courses.
Accreditations and Associations: CES Leeds is a member of and accredited by the British Council, EAQUALS, IALC and EnglishUK.
School chain: Centre of English Studies (CES) has over 40 years of experience delivering top-quality tuition and student care to students from all over the world. They have many schools and locations within their group, offering courses to adults and junior students in England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada and Taiwan.
CES is recognised and accredited by the British Council in the UK and ACELS (the Irish Department of Education) in Ireland. CES Ireland is also a founding member of Marketing English in Ireland (MEI).
Many of the CES schools are members of several international teaching associations such as EAQUALS and EnglishUK, with several also official IELTS or PEARSON Test Centres.
English Courses
General Language
Standard General English
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£255£243 / week More
Standard General English
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 255 243 | 510 485 | 765 727 | 1,020 969 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,500 2,375 | 3,185 3,026 | 5,640 5,358 | 5,875 5,582 | 8,280 7,866 |
| Price in US$ | 327 | 653 | 979 | 1,305 | 1,919 | 2,559 | 3,198 | 4,075 | 7,215 | 7,516 | 10,592 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Intensive General English
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£375£357 / week More
Intensive General English
In high demand!
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1,125 1,069 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,615 4,385 | 8,160 7,752 | 8,500 8,075 | 12,060 11,457 |
| Price in US$ | 480 | 960 | 1,440 | 1,919 | 2,763 | 3,684 | 4,605 | 5,904 | 10,438 | 10,873 | 15,427 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "Intensive General English" at Centre of English Studies (CES)
Georgia
"Really helpful!! The teachers are well-qualified and have passion for their job."
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Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£595£566 / week More
Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)
25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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£595£566 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 595 566 | 1,190 1,131 | 1,785 1,696 | 2,380 2,261 | 2,950 2,803 | 3,540 3,363 | 4,130 3,924 | 4,720 4,484 | 5,900 5,605 | 7,080 6,726 | 21,240 20,178 |
| Price in US$ | 762 | 1,523 | 2,284 | 3,045 | 3,774 | 4,529 | 5,283 | 6,038 | 7,548 | 9,057 | 27,170 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus private lessons two afternoons per week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Multi Destination - Long Term 2020 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£235£224 / week More
Multi Destination - Long Term 20
20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5,640 5,358 | 8,280 7,866 |
| Price in US$ | 7,215 | 10,592 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Students will be able to live in the United Kingdom and Ireland and learn more about the culture and social life of both countries. They can start their course and finish it wherever they prefer.
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional GBP 150 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 24, 36 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Multi Destination - Long Term 3030 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£340£323 / week More
Multi Destination - Long Term 30
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8,160 7,752 | 12,060 11,457 |
| Price in US$ | 10,438 | 15,427 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Students will be able to live in the United Kingdom and Ireland and learn more about the culture and social life of both countries. They can start their course and finish it wherever they prefer.
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional GBP 150 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 24, 36 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Work & Study
University Pathway Program30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£355£338 / week More
University Pathway Program
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,260 4,047 | 8,520 8,094 | 11,360 10,792 |
| Price in US$ | 5,450 | 10,899 | 14,532 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Students can take a 3, 6 or 8 month programme to reach IELTS 5 or 5.5 at the end of the course. Students will then be ready to take a Foundation Year course at one of the school's partners.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00 - Possible course durations
- 12, 24, 32 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Business
Standard General English & Business30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Offer!from£375£357 / week More
Standard General English & Business
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1,125 1,069 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,260 4,047 | 8,160 7,752 | 12,060 11,457 |
| Price in US$ | 480 | 960 | 1,440 | 1,919 | 2,303 | 2,763 | 3,684 | 4,605 | 5,450 | 10,438 | 15,427 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026
Standard General English course plus Business English lessons every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoon. Offered for the months of July and August only.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation Course 25 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£595£566 / week More
FCE Exam Preparation Course
25 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 595 566 | 1,190 1,131 | 1,785 1,696 | 2,380 2,261 | 2,950 2,803 | 3,540 3,363 | 4,130 3,924 | 4,720 4,484 | 5,310 5,045 | 5,900 5,605 | 7,080 6,726 |
| Price in US$ | 762 | 1,523 | 2,284 | 3,045 | 3,774 | 4,529 | 5,283 | 6,038 | 6,793 | 7,548 | 9,057 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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IELTS Exam Preparation30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from£375£357 / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1,125 1,069 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,160 2,052 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,615 4,385 | 8,160 7,752 | 8,500 8,075 | 11,880 11,286 |
| Price in US$ | 480 | 960 | 1,440 | 1,919 | 2,763 | 3,684 | 4,605 | 5,904 | 10,438 | 10,873 | 15,197 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Centre of English Studies (CES) is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
- Exam fee
- 220 £
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CELTA Training Course30 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£386£367 / week More
CELTA Training Course
30 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,545 1,468 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,977 |
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Students must attend Teaching practice every week.
CES Leeds is an Official CELTA Training Centre
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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CELTA Training Course - Online (Part-Time)20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£144£137 / week More
CELTA Training Course - Online (Part-Time)
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 24 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,435 1,364 | 1,550 1,473 |
| Price in US$ | 1,836 | 1,983 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 07 Feb 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 12 Sep 2026, 05 Nov 2026
Teaching practice days are Monday or Wednesday from 17:30 until 20:30. Some live input sessions are also done on some Saturday mornings.
Students can choose between:
- Part-time: 10 weeks
- Part-time: 24 weeks
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 10, 24 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Online CELTA Full-time Course30 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£287£273 / week More
Online CELTA Full-time Course
30 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,435 1,364 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,836 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 09 Feb 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 25 May 2026, 16 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 5 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Specialty Courses
Teacher Training Course20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£385£366 / week More
Teacher Training Course
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 385 366 | 770 732 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 493 | 985 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026
This course is intended for English language teachers or teachers of other subjects who wish to refresh and expand their language skills and learn different teaching approaches and methods. This course includes afternoon activities.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 21 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
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Our prices for Centre of English Studies (CES) include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
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Student opinions about Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
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Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
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Students < 18 years (11 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (4 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (5 ratings)
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
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Antonia
53 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The methodology for language learning.”
“Not having a cafeteria inside the school or a mini bar.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jul. 2024 by Antonia Ramírez Castilla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elisa
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers and location”
“Initial test results non consistent with the real language knowledge”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2023 by Elisa Mineo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sonia
63 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school is very inclusive, I think it treats the students well and the way the classes are taught is very good.”
“Nothing. Social activities are interesting for most of the pupils who are very young people.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 8 weeks
Review date: 28. Aug. 2023 by Sonia Santamaria Pérez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Georgia
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Everything was amazing.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Really helpful!! The teachers are well-qualified and have passion for their job.
Course: Intensive General English - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Nov. 2020 by Georgia Kalogiannidou
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniela
52 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Near city-centre
Good teachers”
Good teachers”
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Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Nov. 2018 by Daniela Favre
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Arnau
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers. They were kind and they help you when you need it.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2017 by Arnau
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gabrysia
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Family atmosphere”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Aug. 2017 by Gabrysia Rzepkowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Osama
39 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Every thing is nice.”
Details of the review
Other comments: I have no comment but I want to say thank you so much to every one who works there.
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2016 by Osama Alrtemi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Adrián
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2016 by Adrián García Sánchez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Hailan
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teaching method”
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Other comments: good choice
Course: Standard General English - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2015 by Hailan Yu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Francesco
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The location in the city, the social program separate from the teaching.”
Insider tip: “Some host family accommodation are far away from the school and from the city”
Details of the review
Other comments: the bank holiday should have been recovered
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2013 by Francesco D oria
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gonzalo
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The environment, although there were many Spaniards. The teachers.”
Insider tip: “The accommodation should be as close as possible to the city centre, due to the lack of public transport at night. The accommodation was far from perfect. the family was very nice but English people have a complete different view towards cleaning. Something to take into account.”
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Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 8. Sep. 2013 by Gonzalo Teruel Garcia
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Tymoteusz
18 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2024 by Tymoteusz Sielczak
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Sandra
Overall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 25. Sep. 2023 by Sandra Szymanska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ignacy
Overall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2022 by Ignacy Rzeszut
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Marzena
47 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2020 by Marzena Defler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rebeca
14 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Junior English + Activity Programme - 3 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2019 by Rebeca Sanchez Olmedo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Teresa
14 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Junior English + Activity Programme - 3 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2019 by Teresa Sanchez Olmedo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Darja
13 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Junior English + Activity Programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Jul. 2019 by Darja Sladzevska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Anna Flóra
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jul. 2019 by Anna Flóra Csoknyai
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Rasul
14 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2018 by Rasul Makhmudov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aldirley
37 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Oct. 2017 by Aldirley Caripa
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Ratings of Centre of English Studies (CES) compared to ratings of all schools in England UK
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| Homestay | ||
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Centre of English Studies (CES) (CES)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Centre of English Studies (CES) and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 2002
- The school is an official exam center
- The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 20% |
| Spain | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| France | 1% |
| Japan | 1% |
| Venezuela | 1% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Germany | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| China | 1% |
| Iran | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 47% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 20% |
| 18-24 years | 45% |
| 25-34 years | 15% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 5% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 120Throughout the year: 90Junior courses - In summer: 180
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years12 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 5Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 99
- Average age of students
- In summer: 23 yearsThroughout the year: 21 years
Information for all courses offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- £75
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately £37 per course level.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 75 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Manchester Airport:
- £155 drop off
free airport transfer without additional costs one way
£310 return (both ways) - Leeds Bradford International Airport:
- £105 one way
£210 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Leeds Bradford (LBA).
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Adult Sample Social Activities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- A successful English language program must go hand in hand with a great social and cultural programme, and CES Leeds offers just that!
Most afternoons, there is a different activity or trip organised to keep students entertained. The school aims to get as many students from as many different nationalities as possible joining in the activity to get a real multicultural feel! It is a great way to practise your English.
As Leeds is a university city, there are always lots of choices for where to go and what to do!
During the summer months, there is a school-run social program, including weekly trips to places such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby. These full day trips cost approximately £35.
There is a FREE orientation tour on your first day. Adults - Paid activities
- During the summer months, there is a school-run social program, including weekly trips to places such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby.
Approximate costs for excursions:
- Full day: GBP 45 - GBP 65
- Half day: GBP 15 - GBP 35.
Junior - Free activities
- in the afternoons
Junior - Paid activities
- optional
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
6 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
£215/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
6 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
£215/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1290 | 1505 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 215 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 579 | 869 | 1,158 | 1,448 | 1,737 | 2,027 | 2,316 | 2,895 | 3,474 | 290 | 101 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional expenses:
- Special diet supplement: GBP 35 per week
- Christmas Holidays homestay accommodation fee: GBP 350 per week (19 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027).
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 75£.
- Price extra night
- £20 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 17
- Maximum age of students
- 99
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 35 £
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
6 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
£240/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
6 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
£240/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 480 | 720 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1680 | 1920 | 2400 | 2880 | 240 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 647 | 970 | 1,293 | 1,616 | 1,939 | 2,263 | 2,586 | 3,232 | 3,878 | 324 | 101 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional expenses:
- Special diet supplement: GBP 35 per week
- Christmas Holidays homestay accommodation fee: GBP 350 per week (19 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027).
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 75£.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 34 minutes by public transport (average reported by 6 former students).
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 17
- Maximum age of students
- 99
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 35 £
No extra nights bookable
Student reviews about Homestay
Georgia
"Fantastic homestay!!!
Leeds Residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
£225/ week Show more
Leeds Residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
£225/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 1,212 | 1,515 | 1,818 | 2,121 | 2,424 | 3,030 | 3,636 | 303 | 101 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 75£.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
No extra nights bookable
Questions and answers about Centre of English Studies (CES)
Could your school provide an offer letter that includes the CAS number and sponsor license information to support my visa application for a 4-week short-term student visa?
“We don't have a CAS number, and we don't have a sponsor license number, but the letter is enough for our students to get the visa, given that they meet the requirements.
For a 4-week course, though, you can only apply for a standard visitor visa. For a short-term study visa, you need to book 26 weeks or more. ”
For a 4-week course, though, you can only apply for a standard visitor visa. For a short-term study visa, you need to book 26 weeks or more. ”
Simone, Admission Team from Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds - Aug 15, 2025
I'd like to book 12 weeks of tuition. I think I'm a beginner.
“If you are not sure of your level, you can take a test beforehand, but please note that the school only accepts students from elementary level A2 and above.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 28, 2023
FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
What is the best price for a course at Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds?
“English courses at Centre of English Studies (CES) start at 137 £ for CELTA Training Course - Online (Part-Time) course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Centre of English Studies?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Centre of English Studies”
Is airport pickup offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (155 £), Leeds Bradford International Airport (105 £)”
What is the number of students per class at Centre of English Studies?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centre of English Studies varies from 9 (Intensive General English) to 14 students (Standard General English)”
Which countries are students of Centre of English Studies (CES) from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) comes from Saudi Arabia with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (10%) and Brazil (5%).”
Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses for which ages?
“Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 21 for the rest of the year.”
Terms of Centre of English Studies (CES)
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Centre of English Studies Ltd | Tax registration ID: 3669269
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 65 £
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.