Centre of English Studies (CES) Oxford, England UK
67 High Street, Wheatley - OX33 1XT Oxford - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
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
Standard General English
For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from275£262£ / week More
Standard General English
For the summer, only limited places left!
20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
275£262£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
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.
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive General English
For the summer, only limited places left!30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from390£371£ / week More
Intensive General English
For the summer, only limited places left!
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
390£371£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from615£585£ / week More
Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)
25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
615£585£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStandard 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
English & Culture 50+ Programme20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Offer!from533£507£ / week More
English & Culture 50+ Programme
20 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Offer!from
533£507£ / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | 1065 1012 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1365 |
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Starting dates
2025: 09 Jun 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 17 Nov 2025This 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Minimum required student age
50 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Multi Destination - Long Term 2020 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from250£238£ / week More
Multi Destination - Long Term 20
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
250£238£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStudents 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
24, 36 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Multi Destination - Long Term 3030 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from355£338£ / week More
Multi Destination - Long Term 30
30 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
355£338£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStudents 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
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: 12 / Average: 9
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Work & Study
University Pathway Programme30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from365£347£ / week More
University Pathway Programme
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
365£347£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStudents 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
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
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
Standard General English & Business30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from390£371£ / week More
Standard General English & Business
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
390£371£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStandard 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
English for Professionals Course (One-to-One) 10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from750£713£ / week More
English for Professionals Course (One-to-One)
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
750£713£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThis 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation 25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from615£585£ / week More
FCE Exam Preparation
25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
615£585£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayThe 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from390£371£ / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
390£371£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStandard 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
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
220 £
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Online CELTA Course30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from280£266£ / week More
Online CELTA Course
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
280£266£ / week
More
| 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 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayStudents 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
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
5, 10 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Online CELTA Part-time Course (Long-term)30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from63£60£ / week More
Online CELTA Part-time Course (Long-term)
30 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
63£60£ / week
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1515 1440 |
| Price in US$ | 1941 |
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Starting dates
Every MondayCourse 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
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
24 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Additional information for all courses
See availability
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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Stone building in Oxford 3/43
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Studying 5/43
Teaching6/43
Learning7/43
Scenery8/43
Windmill in Oxford 9/43
Students in Oxford10/43
Cafe11/43
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Accommodation14/43
classroom15/43
cafeteria16/43
CES class17/43
Bedroom18/43
lesson19/43
Break time20/43
table tennis21/43
CES Oxford school building 22/43
Back garden23/43
Welcome to CES24/43
Desks 25/43
garden26/43
School building from above27/43
Archery28/43
Single room29/43
Landscape 30/43
CES Oxford garden31/43
Sightseeing32/43
Lesson in progress33/43
Punting34/43
Welcoming new students35/43
Student36/43
Making new friends37/43
CES Entrance 38/43
Accommdation building39/43
Sites40/43
Beautiful views41/43
Computer facilities 42/43
Enjoying the city43/43
Student opinions about Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford
4.0
Overall school rating of
Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford
Centre of English Studies (CES), Oxford
7 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (1 rating)
Students 31-49 years (1 rating)
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Yumeri
20 yearsOverall 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.
Maïté (marie-thérèse)
79 yearsOverall 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.
Geessienus
66 yearsOverall 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
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Ria
43 yearsOverall 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.
Vincenzo
16 yearsOverall 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.
Francesco
61 yearsOverall 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
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Centre of English Studies (CES) (CES)
Accreditations and Quality seals
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
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.
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
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)
330 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
205 £ one way
410 £ return (both ways)
410 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
215 £ one way
430 £ return (both ways)
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.
- 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
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.
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
4 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends 
Shared bathroom
from
235 £/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
4 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
235 £/ week
Show more
| 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
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)
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 £
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
4 ratings Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
280 £/ week Show more
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
4 ratings
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
280 £/ week
Show more
| 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
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
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 £
Premium Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
1 rating Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
335 £/ week Show more
Premium Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
1 rating
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
335 £/ week
Show more
| 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
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
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
"Beautiful location, super nice host family.
Great to stay there.
Premium Homestay
1 rating Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
275 £/ week Show more
Premium Homestay
1 rating
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
275 £/ week
Show more
| 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
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)
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 £
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.”
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.”
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
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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Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.