Centre of English Studies (CES) Oxford Language School

4.0/5

3 Students' Overall Rating of Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford

What we like about the school

Located in a traditional village close to the student city of Oxford
Host families within walking distance
Top rated social activities
Top rated school facilities

Oxford

Location of Centre of English Studies (CES) in Oxfordshire, Oxford

Map of public transport system

Closest station: Wheatley; St Mary\'s Church

Other English schools in Oxford offering English courses:

British Study Centre
CES Embassy
CIE - College of International Education 3.0/5.0
Kings 4.2/5.0
Oxford International Language School
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home 5.0/5.0
English school in Oxford: UIC - Oxford International 4.2/5.0

Centre of English Studies (CES)

The language school Centre of English Studies (CES) was founded in Oxford, England UK in 1989. The school is located in the beautiful village of Wheatley, just nine kilometres from the centre of Oxford city, combining traditional village life with the excitement of great student nights out in the city.

The school address is: 67 High Street, Wheatley, OX33 1XT - Oxford (England UK).

Accreditations and Quality seals

Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal

School Size:

Facilities

Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Video game console
Billiards
Table tennis
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking

Classroom equipment

TV in most classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms

Number of classrooms:

Number of public PC workstations:

Prices include

Organized activities
Internet access and use of school computers
Wireless LAN zone at school
Free certificate of course attendance
Language level placement test at first day of classes
Language level placement test before arrival
For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by qualified consultant

Course material:

Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 35 £ per course.

Average number of students

Adult courses in summer: 80
Adult courses throughout the year: 30

Average age of students

in summer: 21 years
throughout the year: 23 years
Special recommendations for students over 30 years

Average number of levels

Adult courses in summer: 5
Adult courses throughout the year: 3
Junior courses in summer: 3
Junior courses throughout the year: 3

Minimum age of students

16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses

English teacher qualifications

100 % hold a university degree
100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is London Heathrow (LHR).

Language school closed

In 2017 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2017, 02.Jan.2017, 14.Apr.2017, 17.Apr.2017, 01.May.2017, 29.May.2017, 28.Aug.2017, 22.Dec.2017 - 31.Dec.2017

If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.

English Courses

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Standard course in the mornings. Afternoon classes (Tuesday - Thursday) concentrating on authentic spoken and written English.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

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

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

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Divided into two parts: grammar & communication skills. Two teachers usually share the class.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

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

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

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Students are asked to complete a Language Needs and Analysis form prior to arrival to better organise time spent in individual lessons.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

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

Required minimum language level

Lower intermediate (B1) or higher

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Standard Course: Mornings. Specialised IELTS classes: Tuesday to Thursday afternoons.
Exam every month.

Starting dates

Every Monday .

General course schedule

Required minimum language level

Upper intermediate (B2) or higher

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Note: All courses offered by Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.

Lesson duration: 45 minutes

School's administrative fee: 40.00 £

Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 £. 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.

Accommodation

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Homestay

Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival

Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal | Minimum stay in weeks: 2

4.7/5.0

From 592 £ per month

3 reviews

weeks	1	2	3	4	Additional Week	One-time fee (charged by school)
Price in £	--	296	444	592	148	55

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Price extra night:

21 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Double room.

Distance from school:

15 minutes by public transport

Includes:

TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestay

Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival

Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal | Minimum stay in weeks: 2

4.7/5.0

From 680 £ per month

3 reviews

weeks	1	2	3	4	Additional Week	One-time fee (charged by school)
Price in £	--	340	510	680	170	55

Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Price extra night:

25 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)

Room Occupancy:

Single room.

Distance from school:

15 minutes by public transport

Includes:

TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (free WIFI), Heating, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.

Age of students

Minimum age of students: 16

Homestays are located in 3 possible areas: some are within walking distance of the school in Wheatley; some are in the beautiful market town of Thame, 15 minutes away by bus; while others are between the school and Oxford city centre, about 15 minutes journey by bus.
Special diet supplement (coeliac, gluten free, lactose free, vegan): £15 per week
Christmas holidays homestay accommodation fee (22nd December 2017 – 2nd January 2018): £240 per week
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?yes
Optional airport transfer
London Heathrow Airport:for 130 £(one way)
Luton Airport:for 180 £(one way)
London Gatwick Airport:for 160 £(one way)
Stansted Airport:for 180 £(one way)

Leisure activities

	activity possible	distance from school
Ballet	
Baseball		1 km
Basketball		1 km
Cooking	
Cricket		1 km
Dancing	
Field Hockey		1 km
Football (soccer)		0.5 km
Golf	
Horse riding	
Ice Hockey		5 km
Music	
Rugby		1 km
Squash		1 km
Swimming		3 km
Table Tennis	
Tennis		1 km
Volleyball		1 km
Yoga		1 km

Reviews

4.0/5.0

Overall rating

3 authentic reviews from students who reserved with us

City

3.7/5.0

Organisation

4.3/5.0

Facilities

4.3/5.0

Social activities

4.3/5.0

Course quality / Progress in language

4.0/5.0

Value for money

3.7/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

4.7/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)

4.7/5.0

Other

4.7/5.0

Students liked about Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford

Vincenzo16 years - Italy

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good teachers and friendly classmates

Overall rating

5.0/5.0

Value for money

4.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

4.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

5.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

5.0/5.0

School organization

5.0/5.0

Social activities

5.0/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

5.0/5.0

Other

5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)

5.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Public transport is very efficient.

Yumeri20 years - Japan

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The distance between a teacher and students is very close and we speak very friendly. As it's a small group, we can make friends with every students in a class. There's a kitchen and I was very happy to prepare the Japanese food not only for myself but also other students.

Overall rating

4.0/5.0

Value for money

4.0/5.0

Detailed review

City/place

4.0/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)

5.0/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress

4.0/5.0

School organization

5.0/5.0

Social activities

4.0/5.0

Accommodation

Homestay

4.0/5.0

Other

4.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)

4.0/5.0

Additional information

Insider tips about what future students should not miss: I think it's important to speak without being very timid not only to improve English but also make friends there.

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