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Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer CentreOxford, England UK

Ruskin College, Dunstan Rd - OX3 9BZ Oxford - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Beautiful open green spaces for students to enjoy.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
  • E-learning platform.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 100%
18-24 years 0%
25-34 years 0%
35-50 years 0%
>50 years 0%

Location: Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre Oxford is a junior summer school located in the infamous and student-friendly city of Oxford, England. Housed in the modern facilities of Ruskin College in the leafy residential suburb of Headington. Just 10 minutes by bus from the centre of Oxford, The school campus has everything students may need to have a comfortable and memorable time whilst at CES Summer Centre Oxford.

Social and cultural: Activities within the programme can include treasure hunts, Orientation tours, museum visits, ice skating, movie nights and much more. Afternoon and evening activities may also include group debates, supervised sports activities, role plays, project and group work, games, and more.

Excursions within the programmes can include trips to Oxford Castle, Christchurch College, Bodleian Library and full-day excursions to Warwick Castle and Statford-Upon-Avon.

School facilities: The school facilities include a campus with modern facilities, an onsite canteen, extensive grounds, a BBQ & picnic area and access to nearby facilities for recreational sports such as tennis, football, basketball and more.

Accommodation: Homestay or residential facilities are available for these camps, each coming with three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Homestay accommodation is generally 10-30 minutes from the school via public transport. Rooms in the residence are generally double or single rooms with shared bathroom facilities.

English Courses

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General Language
Junior English + Activity Programme - Residential (12 to 17 years old)Popular English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
1019£994£
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Junior
Junior English + Activity Programme - Homestay (12 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
891£869£
Includes accommodation
Course Details

Our prices for Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre 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 Elearning platform

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Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKIALCYoung Learners English UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
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) - Summer Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1989
Legal name/parent company
Centre of English Studies Ltd | Tax registration ID: 3669269

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Printer for student use

  • Billiards

  • Video game console

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

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

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 100
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 30
Junior courses - In summer: 300
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 16 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 12%
Saudi Arabia 4%
Thailand 4%
Spain 4%
Turkey 3%
Switzerland 3%
Japan 3%
China 2%
Brazil 1%
France 1%
Other nationalities 63%

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

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
75.00 £
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Comments about courses

Travel card or Metro Pass not included and must be purchased separately.

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, 25 Dec 2024, 26 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, 27 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
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
165 £ one way
330 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
205 £ one way
410 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
215 £ one way
430 £ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Oxford and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Oxford page. For flight comparisons to Oxford, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

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 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
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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FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre, Oxford

  • English courses at Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre start at 869 £ for Junior English + Activity Programme - Homestay course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (165 £), London Gatwick Airport (205 £), London Stansted Airport (215 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre varies from 15 students (Junior English + Activity Programme - Residential) to 15 students (Junior English + Activity Programme - Residential)
  • 100% of teachers at Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre comes from Italy with a 12% representation, followed by students from Poland (6%) and Spain (4%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

PDF brochure / price list of Centre of English Studies (CES) - Summer Centre

Junior Brochure 2024
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CES Junior Course Fees 2024
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CES Junior Price List 2025
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