Centre of English Studies

Language School CES

Founded in 1979 CES, was one of the first English language schools in Ireland and continues to be a popular and well recognised provider of quality English courses. A constant nominee (2008 - 2011) in the "Star English Language School Awards" programme they have gone from strength to strength and gained a reputation for academic excellence and quality facilities.

Founded in
1979
School Size
Medium
Internet
Free Internet Access
Location
City centre

Activities Show
TypeDescriptionPrice Range
Afternoon & EveningGuiness storehouse Tour, Afternoon Sports, National Art Gallery of Ireland, Irish dancing.Free – 8 EUR
WeekendFull day excursion to Belfast and, Cork, Weekend to the West; Galway. 25–120 EUR

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Testimonials Show
I've studied in CES Dublin for 4 months. I've met many good teachers and friends. It was my first time to meet so many different people from all over the world. My host family was very kind and the Irish people always talked to me and helped to cheer me up!
Ryoko Agumi (Japan)

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Accreditation Show
IALC, ALTO, EAQUALS, MEI.

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Official Holidays Show
Aug/06; Oct/29; Dec/21; Mar/18; Mar/29; Apr/01; May/06; Jun/03; Aug/05; Oct/28; Dec/20

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Facilities Show
25 classrooms, 2 computer rooms, Free Wi-Fi and Internet access, Cafe, 2 rooftop gardens, 24 Hour Emergency telephone number

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Quality Score Show
Teaching 4.4
Service 4.5
Facilities 4
Activities 3.8
Value for Money 3.7
Accommodation 4

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Standard General English

Standard General EnglishThis programme is designed to improve your abilities to use English accurately and fluently while concentrating on the skills of  reading, writing, speaking and listening.
The class is divided in two parts and two teachers usually share the class. The first part of the class focuses on grammar and use of language and the second part focuses on communication skills.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 2-48 weeks
Students per Class Ave. 8-12, Max. 14
Course Start Beginners: Jun/17; Jul/15; Aug/26
Other levels: Any Monday

Intensive General English

Intensive General EnglishThis program is divided into three parts and three teachers usually share the class. The first part of the morning, classes focus on grammar and use of language, the second part of the morning focuses on communication skills.

The afternoon classes focus on authentic spoken and written English using newspaper, magazine and video. Colloquial language, idioms and increased vocabulary will enable you to communicate effectively in real life situations.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Elementary 1 (A1)
Lessons per Week 26
Course Duration 2-48 weeks
Students per Class Ave. 8-12, Max. 14
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Jan/07; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19
Other levels: Any Monday

Combination Course

Combination CourseOn this programme, you will take General English lesson in the morning and two afternoons a week of One-to-One lessons.
The General English lessons focus on listening, reading, speaking and writing, practicing English with other students in the same class as you.
During the One-to-One lessons, firstly you will complete a Language Needs Analysis Form with your teacher, so that you can highlight areas to work on. This enables your teacher to plan your lessons according to your specific needs and ensures you get the most out of each lesson.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 20+5
Course Duration 2-12 weeks
Students per Class Group class: Ave. 8-12, Max. 14
Private class: 1
Course Start Beginners: Jun/17; Jul/15; Aug/26
Other levels: Any Monday

Cambridge Preparation Courses

Cambridge Preparation CoursesThis program covers all elements of the Cambridge examinations: Reading, Writing, Use of English, Listening and Speaking.
It also includes intensive practice in examination techniques and practice examinations with feedback from your teacher.

Age Group 16+
Minimum Level Intermediate 2 (B2)
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 13 weeks
Students per Class Ave. 8-12, Max. 14
Course Start Beginners: Sep/02
Other levels: Sep/02

Business English Course

Business English CourseThis program is divided into three parts and three teachers usually share the class. The first part of the morning classes focus on grammar and use of language and the second part of the morning focuses on communication skills.
The afternoon classes focus primarily on the specialised language of Business English in the following contexts:
- Meetings and Negotiations
- Socialising and Travel
- Oral and Written Presentations
- Analysing Figures / Describing Trends
- Sales / Marketing / Advertising
- Understanding Cultural Differences
- Oral and Written Communication (telephone, faxes, e-mails etc)

Age Group 18+
Minimum Level Intermediate 1 (B1)
Lessons per Week 26
Course Duration 2-12 weeks
Students per Class Ave. 8-12, Max. 14
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14
Other levels: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14

Executive Plus (Professional private lessons)

Minimum Level Absolute Beginner
Lessons per Week 10;15;20
Course Duration 1-8 weeks
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Jan/07; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19
Other levels: Any Monday

Special long-term course

Minimum Level Elementary 1 (A1)
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 25 weeks
Course Start Beginners: Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16
Other levels: Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16

Standard General English + Work Experience

Age Group 18+
Minimum Level Intermediate 1 (B1)
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 4-24 weeks
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Jan/07; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19
Other levels: Any Monday

IELTS Preparation

Minimum Level Intermediate 1 (B1)
Lessons per Week 20
Course Duration 2-24 weeks
Course Start Beginners: May/27; Jun/04; Jun/10; Jun/17; Jun/24; Jul/01; Jul/08; Jul/15; Jul/22; Jul/29; Aug/06; Aug/12; Aug/19; Aug/26; Sep/02; Sep/09; Sep/16; Sep/23; Sep/30; Oct/07; Oct/14; Oct/21; Oct/29; Nov/04; Nov/11; Nov/18; Nov/25; Dec/02; Dec/09; Dec/16; Jan/07; Jan/13; Jan/20; Jan/27; Feb/03; Feb/10; Feb/17; Feb/24; Mar/03; Mar/10; Mar/17; Mar/24; Mar/31; Apr/07; Apr/14; Apr/21; Apr/28; May/05; May/12; May/19
Other levels: Any Monday

Host family

Host family One of the best ways to learn more about Irish culture and people is to live with a host family during your stay. Family life is informal and Irish people are welcoming, friendly and talkative, so you will have plenty of opportunities to practise your English.
Availability All year
Location/
Travel time
Usually 30-40 minutes by public transport. 1.20hrs max at summer peak time
Rooms Single room, Double room
Bath Shared Bathroom
Meal Options Half board from Monday to Friday, all meals on weekends
Kitchen No
Notes Age: 16+
Cleaning: weekly
Laundry: yes
Towels: no
Internet: no

Crestfield and Auburn House

Crestfield and Auburn House The school owns two private student residences in Dublin that are available year round. Each house has 6 or 10 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and Wi-Fi. Bedrooms can be booked as single or twin occupancy.
Availability All year
Location/
Travel time
15-20 minutes by bus
Rooms Single room, Double room
Bath Private Bathroom
Meal Options no board
Kitchen Shared
Notes Age: 18+
Cleaning: weekly
Laundry facility: yes
Towels: yes
Internet: Wi-Fi access with own laptop
Damage Deposit: required on arrival

Shanowen Square

Shanowen Square Shanowen Square is an apartment complex located within its own secure grounds amongst extensively landscaped gardens. Apartments come in 3, 4 or 5 bedroom layout; there are also a limited number of twin rooms. This complex has been newly built to a very high standard and is within an easy commute to the city centre.
Availability 2012/06/09-2012/09/01;2013/06/17-2013/09/01
Location/
Travel time
30 minutes by bus
Rooms Single room
Bath Private Bathroom
Meal Options no board
Kitchen Shared
Notes Age: 18+
Cleaning: weekly
Laundry facility: yes
Towels: no
Internet: no
Damage Deposit: required on arrival

Trinity College

Availability 2011/07/01-2011/08/31;2012/07/01-2012/08/31;2013/07/01-2013/08/31
Rooms Single room
Bath Private Bathroom
Meal Options no board
City Info

Ireland’s capital city, Dublin, is an exciting place to live and learn English. Vibrant, youthful and famous for the friendliness of its people, the strong traditional culture creates a pleasant and safe environment. In Dublin you can visit medieval Christchurch Cathedral (Dublin's oldest building), the cobbled streets of Temple Bar and the National Gallery of Ireland. Also not to be missed are the treasures of the National Museum, Trinity College (which is Ireland's oldest university) and the Guinness Storehouse.

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