Centre of English Studies (CES)Leeds, England UK
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What we like about the school
- Free access to CES online for all students.
- Situated nearby transport links by bus and train making it easy to explore the north of England.
- Top rated school facilities4.4
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 20% |
| 18-24 years | 45% |
| 25-34 years | 15% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 5% |
Location: Centre of English Studies (CES) Leeds is located in the city of Leeds in the northern English county of Yorkshire. Housed in a beautiful Georgian building in the city centre, the school boasts excellent facilities and is within walking distance of many cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops, ensuring students have much to see and do whilst achieving their language goals. A city bustling with student life, Leeds is sure to provide many fond memories for students furthering their English studies with CES.
School facilities: The school's facilities include everything a student may need to reach their language and learning goals in a vibrant and motivating environment. Facilities include a library, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software and a lounge area. All classrooms are equipped with heating, televisions, and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection offers something for junior and adult students of all levels. In addition to General English tuition over various schedules and intensities, CES Leeds also offers Exam preparation (IELTS), University Pathway, Business English, and English in conjunction with a work placement (unpaid). Throughout the summer months, immersive junior programmes are available as well as Teacher Training and CELTA courses.
Accreditations and Associations: CES Leeds is a member of and accredited by the British Council, EAQUALS, IALC and EnglishUK.
School chain: Centre of English Studies (CES) has over 40 years of experience delivering top-quality tuition and student care to students from all over the world. They have many schools and locations within their group, offering courses to adults and junior students in England, Scotland, Ireland, Canada and Taiwan.
CES is recognised and accredited by the British Council in the UK and ACELS (the Irish Department of Education) in Ireland. CES Ireland is also a founding member of Marketing English in Ireland (MEI).
Many of the CES schools are members of several international teaching associations such as EAQUALS and EnglishUK, with several also official IELTS or PEARSON Test Centres.
English Courses
General Language
Intensive General English
30 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
355£338£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 710675 | 10651012 | 14201349 | 20401938 | 27202584 | 34003230 | 43554138 | 75607182 | 78757482 | 1116010602 |
| Price in US$ | 847 | 1270 | 1693 | 2432 | 3243 | 4054 | 5192 | 9013 | 9388 | 13304 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 750713 | 11251069 | 15001425 | 21602052 | 28802736 | 36003420 | 46154385 | 80407638 | 83757957 | 1188011286 |
| Price in US$ | 895 | 1342 | 1789 | 2575 | 3434 | 4292 | 5502 | 9585 | 9984 | 14162 |
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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
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
Student comments about "Intensive General English" at Centre of English Studies (CES)
Georgia
"Really helpful!! The teachers are well-qualified and have passion for their job."
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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Standard General English
20 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
240£228£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 480456 | 720684 | 960912 | 14101340 | 18801786 | 23502233 | 29252779 | 51604902 | 53755107 | 75607182 |
| Price in US$ | 573 | 859 | 1145 | 1681 | 2242 | 2802 | 3487 | 6152 | 6408 | 9013 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 510485 | 765727 | 1020969 | 15001425 | 20001900 | 25002375 | 31202964 | 55205244 | 57505463 | 81007695 |
| Price in US$ | 608 | 912 | 1216 | 1789 | 2385 | 2981 | 3720 | 6581 | 6855 | 9656 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)
25 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
510£485£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 1020969 | 15301454 | 20401938 | 25252399 | 30302879 | 35353359 | 40403838 | 45454318 | 50504798 | 59405643 |
| Price in US$ | 1216 | 1824 | 2432 | 3011 | 3613 | 4215 | 4817 | 5419 | 6021 | 7081 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 11901131 | 17851696 | 23802261 | 29502803 | 35403363 | 41303924 | 47204484 | 59005605 | 69606612 | 2088019836 |
| Price in US$ | 1419 | 2128 | 2838 | 3517 | 4220 | 4924 | 5627 | 7034 | 8297 | 24891 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus private lessons two afternoons per week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
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
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Multi Destination - Long Term 20
20 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
215£205£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 51604902 | 75607182 |
| Price in US$ | 6152 | 9013 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 55205244 | 81007695 |
| Price in US$ | 6581 | 9656 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Students will be able to live in the United Kingdom and Ireland and learn more about the culture and social life of both countries. They can start their course and finish it wherever they prefer.
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional GBP 150 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
24, 36 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Multi Destination - Long Term 30
30 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
315£300£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 75607182 | 1116010602 |
| Price in US$ | 9013 | 13304 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 80407638 | 1188011286 |
| Price in US$ | 9585 | 14162 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Students will be able to live in the United Kingdom and Ireland and learn more about the culture and social life of both countries. They can start their course and finish it wherever they prefer.
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional GBP 150 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
24, 36 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Work & Study
University Pathway Program
30 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
335£319£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 40203819 | 75607182 | 100809576 |
| Price in US$ | 4793 | 9013 | 12017 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 42604047 | 80407638 | 1072010184 |
| Price in US$ | 5079 | 9585 | 12780 |
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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
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
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
Standard General English & Business
30 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
355£338£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 710675 | 10651012 | 14201349 | 17001615 | 20401938 | 27202584 | 34003230 | 40203819 | 75607182 | 1116010602 |
| Price in US$ | 847 | 1270 | 1693 | 2027 | 2432 | 3243 | 4054 | 4793 | 9013 | 13304 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 750713 | 11251069 | 15001425 | 18001710 | 21602052 | 28802736 | 36003420 | 43204104 | 80407638 | 1188011286 |
| Price in US$ | 895 | 1342 | 1789 | 2146 | 2575 | 3434 | 4292 | 5150 | 9585 | 14162 |
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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
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
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation Course
25 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
510£485£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 1020969 | 15301454 | 20401938 | 25252399 | 30302879 | 35353359 | 40403838 | 45454318 | 50504798 | 55555278 |
| Price in US$ | 1216 | 1824 | 2432 | 3011 | 3613 | 4215 | 4817 | 5419 | 6021 | 6623 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 11901131 | 17851696 | 23802261 | 29502803 | 35403363 | 41303924 | 47204484 | 53105045 | 59005605 | 69606612 |
| Price in US$ | 1419 | 2128 | 2838 | 3517 | 4220 | 4924 | 5627 | 6330 | 7034 | 8297 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation
30 lessons per week
|9 students (max)
Offer!from
355£338£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 710675 | 10651012 | 14201349 | 20401938 | 27202584 | 34003230 | 43554138 | 75607182 | 78757482 | 1116010602 |
| Price in US$ | 847 | 1270 | 1693 | 2432 | 3243 | 4054 | 5192 | 9013 | 9388 | 13304 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 25 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | 750713 | 11251069 | 15001425 | 21602052 | 28802736 | 36003420 | 46154385 | 80407638 | 83757957 | 1188011286 |
| Price in US$ | 895 | 1342 | 1789 | 2575 | 3434 | 4292 | 5502 | 9585 | 9984 | 14162 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Centre of English Studies (CES) is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
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
Exam fee
210 £
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CELTA Training Course
30 lessons per week
|14 students (max)
Offer!from
386£367£
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 15451468 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1842 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 15451468 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1842 |
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Starting dates
2024: 19 Feb 2024, 08 Apr 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 30 Sep 2024
2025: 03 Feb 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 29 Sep 2025
2025: 03 Feb 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 29 Sep 2025
Students must attend Teaching practice every week.
CES Leeds is an Official CELTA Training Centre
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00
Morning: 9:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
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
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Student opinions about Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
4.5
Overall school rating of
Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
24 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.8
Facilities
4.4
Social activities
4.0
Organisation
4.5
Course
Quality of teaching
4.5
Value for money
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.9
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (11 ratings)
4.5
Students 18-30 years (4 ratings)
4.3
Students 31-49 years (5 ratings)
4.6
Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
4.5
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Sonia
63 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school is very inclusive, I think it treats the students well and the way the classes are taught is very good.”
“Nothing. Social activities are interesting for most of the pupils who are very young people.”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 8 weeks
Review date: 28. Aug. 2023 by Sonia Santamaria Pérez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Francesco
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The location in the city, the social program separate from the teaching.”
Insider tip: “Some host family accommodation are far away from the school and from the city”
Review details
Other comments the bank holiday should have been recovered
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2013 by Francesco D oria
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gonzalo
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The environment, although there were many Spaniards. The teachers.”
Insider tip: “The accommodation should be as close as possible to the city centre, due to the lack of public transport at night. The accommodation was far from perfect. the family was very nice but English people have a complete different view towards cleaning. Something to take into account. ”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 8. Sep. 2013 by Gonzalo Teruel Garcia
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Arnau
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers. They were kind and they help you when you need it.”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Aug. 2017 by Arnau
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Antonia
53 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The methodology for language learning.”
“Not having a cafeteria inside the school or a mini bar. ”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jul. 2024 by Antonia Ramírez Castilla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Daniela
52 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Near city-centre
Good teachers”
Review details
Course: Standard General English [Anglais] - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Nov. 2018 by Daniela Favre
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Georgia
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Everything was amazing.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Really helpful!! The teachers are well-qualified and have passion for their job.
Course: Intensive General English [English] - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Nov. 2020 by Georgia Kalogiannidou
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elisa
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers and location”
“Initial test results non consistent with the real language knowledge”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2023 by Elisa Mineo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Osama
39 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Every thing is nice.”
Review details
Other comments I have no comment but I want to say thank you so much to every one who works there.
Course: IELTS Preparation Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Sep. 2016 by Osama Alrtemi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Hailan
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teaching method”
Review details
Other comments good choice
Course: Standard General English - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2015 by Hailan Yu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Gabrysia
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Family atmosphere”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Aug. 2017 by Gabrysia Rzepkowska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Adrián
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers”
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2016 by Adrián García Sánchez
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)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:30
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.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
2002
Legal name/parent company
Centre of English Studies Ltd | Tax registration ID: 3669269
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 120
Throughout the year: 90
Junior courses - In summer: 180
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 99
Average age of students
In summer: 23 years
Throughout the year: 21 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 20% |
| Spain | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| France | 1% |
| Japan | 1% |
| Venezuela | 1% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Germany | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| China | 1% |
| Iran | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 47% |
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
Digital E-book: GBP 30.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 70 £. 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
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, 23 Dec 2025, 24 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025, 30 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, 23 Dec 2025, 24 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025, 30 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
Manchester Airport:
150 £ drop off
free airport transfer without additional costs one way
300 £ return (both ways)
free airport transfer without additional costs one way
300 £ return (both ways)
Leeds Bradford International Airport:
100 £ one way
200 £ return (both ways)
200 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Leeds Bradford (LBA).
More details about airports near Leeds and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Leeds page. For flight comparisons to Leeds, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Visa Documents
Nationals from Singapore 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 10. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
65 £
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 5 km |
| Mountainbiking | | - |
| Swimming | | 8 km |
| Table Tennis | | - |
| Tennis | | 5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
A successful English language program must go hand in hand with a great social and cultural programme, and CES Leeds offers just that!
Most afternoons, there is a different activity or trip organised to keep students entertained. The school aims to get as many students from as many different nationalities as possible joining in the activity to get a real multicultural feel! It is a great way to practise your English.
As Leeds is a university city, there are always lots of choices for where to go and what to do!
During the summer months, there is a school-run social program, including weekly trips to places such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby. These full day trips cost approximately £35.
There is a FREE orientation tour on your first day.
Most afternoons, there is a different activity or trip organised to keep students entertained. The school aims to get as many students from as many different nationalities as possible joining in the activity to get a real multicultural feel! It is a great way to practise your English.
As Leeds is a university city, there are always lots of choices for where to go and what to do!
During the summer months, there is a school-run social program, including weekly trips to places such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby. These full day trips cost approximately £35.
There is a FREE orientation tour on your first day.
Adults - Paid activities
During the summer months, there is a school-run social program, including weekly trips to places such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby.
Approximate costs for excursions:
- Full day: GBP 45 - GBP 65
- Half day: GBP 15 - GBP 35.
Approximate costs for excursions:
- Full day: GBP 45 - GBP 65
- Half day: GBP 15 - GBP 35.
Junior - Free activities
in the afternoons
Junior - Paid activities
optional
Accommodation
Homestay ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
6 ratings
from
200 £
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 502 | 753 | 1004 | 1255 | 1506 | 1757 | 2008 | 2510 | 3012 | 251 | 95 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1290 | 1505 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 215 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1349 | 1619 | 1889 | 2159 | 2698 | 3238 | 270 | 95 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional expenses:
- Special diet supplement: GBP 35 per week
- Christmas Holidays homestay accommodation fee: GBP 300 per week (23 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025).
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 75£.
Price extra night
20 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Homestay ![Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
6 ratings
from
225 £
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 565 | 848 | 1130 | 1412 | 1695 | 1977 | 2259 | 2824 | 3389 | 283 | 95 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1680 | 1920 | 2400 | 2880 | 240 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 302 | 603 | 904 | 1205 | 1506 | 1807 | 2109 | 2410 | 3012 | 3614 | 302 | 95 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Additional expenses:
- Special diet supplement: GBP 35 per week
- Christmas Holidays homestay accommodation fee: GBP 300 per week (23 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025).
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
25 £
(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
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2024
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 £
Student comments about Homestay
Georgia
"Fantastic homestay!!!"
Leeds Residence
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
from
225 £
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 1130 | 1412 | 1695 | 1977 | 2259 | 2824 | 3389 | 283 | 95 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 75 |
| Price in US$ | 1130 | 1412 | 1695 | 1977 | 2259 | 2824 | 3389 | 283 | 95 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 75£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Questions and answers about Centre of English Studies (CES)
- I'd like to book 12 weeks of tuition. I think I'm a beginner.“If you are not sure of your level, you can take a test beforehand, but please note that the school only accepts students from elementary level A2 and above.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 28, 2023
FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds
- What is the best price for a course at Centre of English Studies (CES), Leeds?English courses at Centre of English Studies (CES) start at 205 £ for Multi Destination - Long Term 20 course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Centre of English Studies?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Centre of English Studies
- Is airport pickup offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)?Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (150 £), Leeds Bradford International Airport (100 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Centre of English Studies?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centre of English Studies varies from 9 students (Intensive General English) to 14 students (Standard General English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Centre of English Studies (CES)?100% of teachers at Centre of English Studies (CES) hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Centre of English Studies (CES) from?The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) comes from Saudi Arabia with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (10%) and Brazil (5%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses for which ages?Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 21 for the rest of the year.
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