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Centre of English Studies (CES)
Oxford, England UK

67 High Street, Wheatley - OX33 1XT Oxford - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Located in a traditional village close to the student city of Oxford
  • Host families within walking distance
  • Private garden and courtyard, perfect for relaxing, garden games and summer BBQs.
  • Homestay accommodation very close to school
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • E-learning platform.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.

Location: Centre of English Studies (CES) Oxford is located in the town of Wheatley, on the outskirts of Oxford, in central southern England. The school is housed in a beautiful Townhouse, offering students a tranquil home of study with excellent facilities, away from the city centre. Wheatley Town is only a 30-minute bus journey from the city centre of Oxford, ensuring students have the city and all of its attractions within easy reach. Students of CES Oxford get a unique view into the traditional village-life of southern England whilst being a short distance from the night-life, happenings and attractions of Oxford.

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 Oxford also offers Exam preparation (IELTS, FCE), University Pathway, Business English and English & Culture programmes suitable to students aged 50+ at various times throughout the year. During the summer months, immersive junior programmes are also available.

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, kitchen use for students, a games room, lounge area and a garden. All classrooms are equipped with heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available throughout the year via the school, in numerous Homestay facilities.

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
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 24 25 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 550 523 825 784 1100 1045 1590 1511 2120 2014 2650 2518 3315 3150 6000 5700 6250 5938 8640 8208
Price in US$ 705 1057 1410 2037 2716 3395 4247 7687 8008 11069
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
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 24 25 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 780 741 1170 1112 1560 1482 2220 2109 2960 2812 3700 3515 4745 4508 8520 8094 8875 8432 12420 11799
Price in US$ 1000 1499 1999 2845 3793 4741 6079 10916 11371 15912
Starting dates
Every Monday

Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

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
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 1230 1169 1845 1753 2460 2337 3025 2874 3630 3449 4235 4024 4840 4598 6050 5748 7140 6783 14220 13509
Price in US$ 1576 2364 3152 3876 4651 5426 6201 7751 9148 18218
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
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 1065 1012 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Price in US$ 1365
Starting dates
2025: 09 Jun 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025

This course focuses on linguistic knowledge, vocabulary and communication.

The social programme included in this course offers various tours and cultural experiences as well as an excursion mid-course.

Afternoon cultural visits and 1 full day tour included.

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
2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
50 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 24 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 6000 5700 8640 8208
Price in US$ 7687 11069
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
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 24 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 8520 8094 12420 11799
Price in US$ 10916 15912
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
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 32
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 4380 4161 8520 8094 11360 10792
Price in US$ 5612 10916 14554
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
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Business
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 780 741 1170 1112 1560 1482 1850 1758 2220 2109 2960 2812 3700 3515 4380 4161 8520 8094 12420 11799
Price in US$ 1000 1499 1999 2371 2845 3793 4741 5612 10916 15912
Starting dates
Every Monday

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
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 750 713 1500 1425 2250 2138 3000 2850 3750 3563 4500 4275 5250 4988 6000 5700 6750 6413 7500 7125 9000 8550
Price in US$ 961 1922 2883 3844 4805 5766 6726 7687 8648 9609 11531
Starting dates
Every Monday

This is a package of 10 private classes, designed for students to focus on the English language used in a specific field. It is possible to take this programme in International Law, Fashion, Finance, Accountancy, Retail, Engineering, Medicine, Tourism or Aviation.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 1230 1169 1845 1753 2460 2337 3025 2874 3630 3449 4235 4024 4840 4598 6050 5748 7140 6783 21420 20349
Price in US$ 1576 2364 3152 3876 4651 5426 6201 7751 9148 27442
Starting dates
Every Monday

The course consists of 20 General English group classes from Monday to Friday in the morning and five one-to-one lessons which take place from 14:00 to 16:30, two days 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
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 24 25 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- 780 741 1170 1112 1560 1482 2220 2109 2960 2812 3700 3515 4745 4508 8520 8094 8875 8432 12420 11799
Price in US$ 1000 1499 1999 2845 3793 4741 6079 10916 11371 15912
Starting dates
Every Monday

Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus IELTS Preparation on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

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
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
220 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- -- -- -- 1400 1330 -- -- -- -- 1400 1330 --
Price in US$ 1794 1794
Starting dates
Every Monday

Students can choose between:

  • Part-time: 5 weeks
  • Full-time: 10 weeks
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, 10 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 24
Price at school (£) Our price (£) -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 1515 1440
Price in US$ 1941
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 - 17:00
Possible course durations
24 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min

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
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform

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Student opinions about Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford

4.0
Overall school rating of
Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford
7 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.0 
Facilities
4.1 
Social activities
3.9 
Organisation
4.1 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.1 
Value for money
3.4 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.3 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
5.0 
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
4.0 
Students 31-49 years (1 rating)
3.0 
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
4.0 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“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.”
Insider tip: “I think it's important to speak without being very timid not only to improve English but also make friends there.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 6 weeks
Review date: 30. Sep. 2013 by Yumeri Uji
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Good organisation, helpful staff, good teachers, well located compared to my homestay.”
Insider tip: “A microwave would be appreciated! Nowhere to find a healthy meal...except at the SUN !!”
Details of the review
Course: English & Culture programme [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2018 by Maïté (Marie-Thérèse) Cantoni
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Very nice to learn English in England. Super nice teachers.”
“I did not quite connect with fellow students in my class.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard General English [Engels] - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Mar. 2022 by Geessienus Kruger
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“The teachers are ready for their classes”
Insider tip: “They need to be well informed about what kind/type courses they are going to have.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The course, honestly, was not like what I expected. I though, we were in a group starting and finishing at the same time. But, the school runs the whole year and we can just join at anytime we want. The state of the students is different. And we weren't informed what we were going to study and what we expected.
Course: Combined Intensive English (20 Group + 5 Individual / week) - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Aug. 2015 by Ria Millati
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Good teachers and friendly classmates”
Insider tip: “Public transport is very efficient.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive General English - 3 weeks
Review date: 17. Aug. 2015 by Vincenzo Fiorio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Afternoon activities”
Insider tip: “The location of the school and courses is not located in the city of Oxford but in Weathley. A small hamlet, about 6-7 kilometers before Oxford, coming from Heathrow airport.”
Details of the review
Other comments: The teachers are good and prepared but at an organizational level the relationship between the accommodation service and the families leaves something to be desired. My family had not been advised that I would be leaving on October 17th and not October 20th and the taxi to the airport had not been booked.
Course: 50+ Program + Standard + Oxford English - 4 weeks
Review date: 22. Oct. 2019 by Francesco Franco
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Centre of English Studies (CES) compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 Centre of English Studies (CES) OxfordAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.04.2
Location of the school4.04.6
Facilities4.13.9
Social activities3.93.8
Organisation4.14.2
Quality of teaching4.14.3
Value for money3.43.9
Homestay4.34.1
Shared flat4.34.0

Centre of English Studies (CES) (CES)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKIALCYoung Learners English UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% 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
1989

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Video game console

  • Table tennis

  • Billiards

  • Printer for student use

  • Copy machine

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • 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 most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 10
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 20%
Spain 15%
Turkey 8%
Japan 8%
Germany 5%
Korea 5%
Switzerland 4%
Thailand 3%
China 2%
Brazil 2%
Saudi Arabia 1%
Sweden 1%
France 1%
Other nationalities 25%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 14%
18-24 years 55%
25-34 years 17%
35-50 years 11%
>50 years 3%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Throughout the year: 30
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
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
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 23 years

Information for all courses offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
75.00 £
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 32 £ per course level.
Comments about courses

CES Oxford has a maximum class size of 9 students. However, in the summer months, the maximum size can be as high as 12 students.

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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
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
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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

London Heathrow Airport:
165 £ one way
330 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
205 £ one way
410 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
215 £ one way
430 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is London Heathrow (LHR).

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

There is an activity evening organised by the school each week, examples include:
- A FREE orientation tour on your first day
- Parties and social evenings
- Regular visits to Oxford.
- Theatre, cinema, concerts, clubs, pubs, ice-skating and bowling
- Organised sports afternoons / evenings (there is a sports centre near the school)
- Tennis, swimming and golf (all available locally)

The CES Oxford International Food Evenings are famous - students love cooking their national dishes for one another to share. Table tennis, pool (billiards), watching a DVD or just enjoying a coffee with friends in the school's beautiful garden are also popular activities.

Some activities, such as parties, movie nights, international quiz nights and indoor games at the school, are free of charge. Others, such as outings to the cinema, theatre and concerts, sports evenings and weekend excursions, involve extra cost.

Wheatley pubs also offer evening entertainment, such as jazz and karaoke nights, discos and quizzes. Students who wish to integrate with the local community usually find plenty of opportunities there to meet and socialise with local people.

Adults - Paid activities

The school arranges optional weekend excursions by coach (with a guide) to places of historical and cultural interest.

Approximate costs for excursions:
- Full day: GBP 75 - GBP 120
- Half day: GBP 8 - GBP 90

Junior - Free activities

Not offered.

Junior - Paid activities

Not offered.
activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Baseball1 km
Basketball1 km
Cooking-
Cricket1 km
Dancing-
Field Hockey1 km
Football (soccer)0.5 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding3 km
Ice Hockey7 km
Music7 km
Rugby1 km
Squash1 km
Swimming3 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Yoga1 km

Accommodation

Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 470 705 940 1175 1410 1645 1880 2350 2820 235 75
Price in US$ 634 951 1268 1585 1902 2219 2536 3170 3803 317 102
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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£.
Price extra night
35 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
65
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 560 840 1120 1400 1680 1960 2240 2800 3360 280 75
Price in US$ 756 1133 1511 1888 2266 2644 3021 3776 4532 378 102
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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£.
Price extra night
40 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
65
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 670 1005 1340 1675 2010 2345 2680 3350 4020 335 75
Price in US$ 904 1356 1808 2259 2711 3163 3615 4518 5422 452 102
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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£.
Price extra night
40 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Student comments about Premium Homestay
Geessienus
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Beautiful location, super nice host family. Great to stay there.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- 550 825 1100 1375 1650 1925 2200 2750 3300 275 75
Price in US$ 742 1113 1484 1855 2226 2596 2967 3709 4451 371 102
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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£.
Price extra night
35 £ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £

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Questions and answers about Centre of English Studies (CES)

Is the 50+ course really only with 50+ students?
“Yes, the minimum age to join the 50+ course is 50 years old.

However, if there are not enough 50+ applicants, the group may be merged with the general English course. Should you disagree, we can also see if the school can possibly offer a reduced number of private lessons.
Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 29, 2022

FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford

What is the best price for a course at Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford?
“English courses at Centre of English Studies (CES) start at 60 £ for Online CELTA Part-time Course (Long-term) course with 30 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 London Heathrow Airport (165 £), London Gatwick Airport (205 £), London Stansted Airport (215 £)”
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 1 (English for Professionals Course (One-to-One) ) to 12 students (Multi Destination - Long Term 20)”
Which countries are students of Centre of English Studies (CES) from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) comes from Italy with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (15%) and Japan (8%).”
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 21 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.”

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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
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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
Yes
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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