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Centre of English Studies (CES)Dublin, Ireland

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

207 students - overall rating
31 Dame Street - Dublin 2 Dublin - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • School location on the same street as Trinity College and Dublin castle.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Optional language workshops.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 20%
18-24 years 45%
25-34 years 25%
35-50 years 8%
>50 years 2%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.

Location: Centre of English Studies (CES) Dublin is located in the vibrant and friendly city of Dublin, Ireland. The school is housed between 3 centrally located buildings, all within walking distance of pubs, restaurants, supermarkets, shops and many of Dublin's main attractions. Several museums such as the National Museum of Ireland, Dublinia and the National Gallery of Ireland are only moments away, with Stephen's Green Park, St. Patrick's Cathedral and the city's infamous Temple Bar, all just a short walk from the school's front doors. Students have a great number of activities and attractions to create many memorable moments. Students of all ages are sure to have a fantastic time in the city and surrounding areas whilst reaching their language goals with CES Dublin.

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 Dublin also offers Exam Preparation (IELTS, FCE, CAE), 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.

School facilities: The school's facilities include everything a student may need to reach their language and learning goals from a vibrant and motivating environment. Facilities include a library, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software, a cafeteria, a games room, lounge area, rooftop terrace and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school, in Homestay and Residence 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
Work & Study
Business
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

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 before arrival
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin
207 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Other
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (32 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 18-30 years (107 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 31-49 years (40 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 50+ years (18 ratings)
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
I liked the teachers and their skills in teaching, but I can't say I'm fully satisfied about my experience because in this period they've gone to holidays and I changed teachers a lot of times. In my opinion, in this way I couldn't improve very well my English. The teachers are very friendly and patients with the students but I disagree about this organization of the school.
Review details
Course: Intensive General English [English] - 7 weeks
Review date: 26. Dec. 2018 by Alessandra Compagnone
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Yes, everything was really cool. I was only a month there, everything had gone in high gear. I was met heartily and seen off too. You should better take the intensive course, as I do not understand what to do if the classes will end at 12. It's exactly 4 o'clock after the intensive course, it's time to go for additional training to the Temple Bar Street :D
Review details
Other comments I hope to come back here again.
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 28. Dec. 2015 by Roman Shamaev
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
It was a great experience with very motivated teachers, which were able to encourage you. Grammar, Conversation practice and everything else was well explained and there was always time for questions. I would book it again.
Disliked
Just little things :-) maybe the technical equipment and the furniture could be better. But for me, for two weeks it was fine. So I can recommend the whole school and probably I´ll book it again before I´m going to have my certificate.
Insider tip: The Trinity College, The little Irish Museum, Howth and the coast anyway because the beaches in Ireland are really gorgeous. Regarding to the school, there are social programmes available, take part and get in contact to other students if you like.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: It was busy but good!! I would book same again to get the most out of it in a short time.
Course: Intensive General English [Englisch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Nov. 2021 by Andrea Fischer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Communication with teachers and students. All are focused on results and at the same time are all very friendly and open. Also at the private lessons teacher takes into account all interests and wishes of the student.
Insider tip: Do not be afraid to communicate in English, forget for a while about your native language and live and think only in a foreign language.
Review details
Course: Combination Course (20 group + 5 individual) - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Nov. 2013 by Svetlana Lakhnova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Liked
Exchanges between students the jovial teacher and listening to the dynamics of the course adaptation of the course according to the participants extracurricular activities offered
Insider tip: Relax the classes, continue to make them fun and easy to assimilate
Review details
Other comments Satisfactory home
Course: Standard General English [Anglais] - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Jan. 2018 by Ludovic Dijoux
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Found the lessons super entertaining and also liked the method of explaining a word in English and thus improving my vocabulary very well.
Disliked
The allocation to the right class was a bit hectic and confusing.
Review details
Other comments More water dispensers, possibly book sales = you can sell a used book with an indication of the chapters worked on and another classmate who joins at a different time can continue to use this book.
Course: Standard General English [Englisch] - 5 weeks
Review date: 11. Mar. 2024 by Merit Wiesel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers trained, professional and friendly at the same time. Excellent organization of social activities by the school.
Insider tip: High percentage of Italians in the school, therefore also an high percentage in the classes.
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 25. Sep. 2016 by Francesca Romagnoli
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Incredible teachers, excellent organization. I followed the lessons really with great interest, Thanks CES School !!
Insider tip: Don't book the transfer, because in Dublin, you can move easily by public transport.
Review details
Other comments Really excellent school, I had a great time and I thank the professors and all the staff.
Course: IELTS Preparation 26 lessons - 6 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2018 by Sebastiano Pignato
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The attitude and desire to impart from the teachers and their know-how, as well as the materials shown and provided.
Insider tip: The course is scheduled for two weeks and it is worth to complete it, otherwise it falls short.
Review details
Course: Teacher Training Course - 1 week
Review date: 2. Sep. 2015 by Pablo Torrecillas Tormo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers' competence and friendliness, classes with few students, a lots of activities and spaces for students
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 1 week
Review date: 22. Aug. 2015 by Censini Camilla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The school is right in the center of the city; Good teachers and very helpful staff. friendly classroom.
Review details
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Sep. 2014 by Miguel Sousa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers were great and so were the lessons. The other staff were also very friendly and helpful.
Disliked
It was very cold and draughty in the classrooms.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: everything great
Course: Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one) - 1 week
Review date: 11. Dec. 2023 by Estelle Lambusch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teaching method of the professors and the various activities organised by the school
Insider tip: The school is ready to help everyone and school spaces are well organised so as to be exploited to the full
Review details
Other comments It is located in a fantastic spot that favors those who want to visit the city during breaks. The teachers are fantastic and help anyone in need.
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Nov. 2018 by Gaja Macrì
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
I really liked the course times. Tues. - Thurs. longer, but shorter on Mon. and Fri.
Disliked
The class size was sometimes too big, so that the teachers could only selectively attend to the participants (listen / correct). If the participants are supposed to communicate with each other, this is not wrong per se, but if no one in the know is listening, it is only useful to a limited extent.
Review details
Course: Intensive General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Aug. 2023 by Marco Sawinsky
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Ease of achievement and availability for any questions, even extra-scholastic.
Insider tip: For any doubt, the school is always available to the student.
Review details
Course: IELTS Preparation (General English + Exam Prep) [Inglese] - 11 weeks
Review date: 14. Jan. 2019 by Felice Anastasio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
This school has many sports facilities and the students got along very well.
Insider tip: There are many people who'd only mix up with people of the same country which made it difficult to get to know them.
Review details
Course: Junior English & Activity Programme (14-17 years) - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Nov. 2016 by Ibon Martinez Diago
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teaching staff:-) The teaching methods. The school´s location.
Insider tip: Opinions differ but my experience was overwhelmingly positive.
Review details
Other comments I will continue improving my English in this school.
Course: Special IELTS Preparation (20hrs) - 7 weeks
Review date: 4. Nov. 2014 by Kira Lapina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers were very good and friendly. Also the staff was doing well.
Review details
Other comments At the beginning we wasted morning lessons. It would be better in future for students to take the test online, so they can have the whole day for studying. Thank you!
Course: Standard General English [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Jun. 2019 by Airi Tikkanen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Friendly and helpful teachers that help you throughout your stay.
Insider tip: Expanding your knowledge is good for the mind.
Review details
Other comments Great facilities, friendly and helpful staff.
Course: Intensive General English - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Oct. 2019 by Giacomo Casale
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The organization and the staff, always available for everything.
Insider tip: I apply to those who intend to register for the IELTS Preparation afternoon course. I joined for two and a half months but from my point of view a month of preparation is enough and progresses, because after a while it began to be repetitive, and the last few weeks were getting really heavy and I was thinking of having thrown away money unnecessarily . Personally, therefore, I was a bit disappointed by the afternoon course, also because during the exam I also found things that I did not know, so the preparation course was not even completely useful, but in any case without the preparation course I would not have been absolutely able to take the exam. In conclusion: I recommend it undoubtedly, but not for too long. A month is enough, after it begins to be a huge waste of money and a waste of time.
Review details
Course: IELTS Preparation (General English + Exam Prep) - 11 weeks
Review date: 28. Dec. 2018 by Domenico Anastasio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers who are ready to answer any questions and just talk
Review details
Course: General English + Business - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2016 by Yulia Ocheretko
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Most importantly, teaching, and how friendly everyone is.
Insider tip: Try to speak English with everybody, even Spanish speakers.
Review details
Other comments It is very well located.
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teacher (Gavin) held great and entertaining lessons.
Disliked
Sanitary facilities in the school building.
Insider tip: Library in Trinity College.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Our teacher Gavin organized a week with teachers (= difficult clientele) very well. CES responded flexibly to the wishes of the participants.
Other comments Flexible, friendly atmosphere, good organization.
Course: Teacher Training Course [English] - 1 week
Review date: 10. Aug. 2021 by Anja Baier-Pfab
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The courses were super dynamic and with rich content.
Disliked
They were too many people from the same country, leading to discussions in their language and not in English. Even after some reproaches from teachers and other students, it didn't change anything.
Review details
Course: Intensive General English [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. May. 2023 by Alexandre Fermin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The classes are quite littl, maximum 12 people
Review details
Other comments the computer room isn't good: the machines are old and it is closed at 1 o'clock so if you have afternoon classes you can't go there
Course: Standard - 4 weeks
Review date: 19. Dec. 2005 by Stefano Casaccia
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Good preparation and energy of the lecturer.
Insider tip: It is worth using a methodical course.
Review details
Other comments It was not very cool to change the conditions in the 2nd week. Other, smaller room, no coffee machine.
Course: Methodology and Language Development - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2018 by Barbara Norel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teaching method, social afternoon activities
Insider tip: There are many locations, many Italians
Review details
Course: Standard General English - 1 week
Review date: 8. Aug. 2018 by Daniele Gerlando
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers' level (Ashling, Gareth, Brian)
Insider tip: Forget about using the Wi-fi, it never works :(
Review details
Other comments Good general level
Course: Special IELTS Preparation (20hrs) - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Nov. 2016 by Dario Pomodoro
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The organization of the school is excellent
Insider tip: It will be an unforgettable vacation
Review details
Course: Intensive General English [Inglese] - 2 weeks
Review date: 28. Aug. 2018 by Ilaria Pantani
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The dynamic way of teaching english
Review details
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 11. Oct. 2007 by Laura Belmonte Sanou
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

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

 Centre of English Studies (CES) DublinAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Centre of English Studies (CES) (CES)

“We want to welcome you to our CES family in Dublin. With a fantastic group of teachers, administration staff and home stays we welcome students from all over the world to Dublin to help you improve your English and grow as a person. ”
Jonathan Quinn
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Jonathan Quinn
Director of Centre of English Studies (CES)
Accreditations and Quality seals
ACELSALTOEAQUALSIALCMEI / RELSAPreferential 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
Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% 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
Visa - logoMastercard - logoMaestro - logoCash payment - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1979
Legal name/parent company
Centre of English Studies Ltd | Tax registration ID: 6596892W
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

  • Cafeteria

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Video game console

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 40
    • Number of public PC workstations: 11

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
Pre and post course guided online assistance and learning Guided e-learning programme from the moment they register with the school, and up to 3 months after having finished their course * Beneficial apps "Front Desk" and "Grammar"

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 450
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 300
Junior courses - In summer: 500
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 125
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 22%
Spain 12%
Brazil 12%
Korea 9%
Turkey 7%
Switzerland 7%
Saudi Arabia 7%
France 6%
Japan 5%
Germany 4%
Chile 3%
China 1%
Sweden 1%
Netherlands 1%
Thailand 1%

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

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
85.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 28 € per course level.
Comments about courses

Private lessons can be booked separately. Minimum of 2 lessons.

Digital E-book: EUR 35.
CES has 3 year-round adult centres in the heart of Dublin city: Dame Street, Dame Court, Coppinger Row.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 €. 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, 18 Mar 2024, 22 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 19 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 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 before the start of the course via an online form.
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

Dublin Airport:
85 € one way
170 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Dublin Airport.
More details about airports near Dublin and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Dublin page. For flight comparisons to Dublin, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Singapore do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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
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 possibledistance from school
Basketball2 km
Cooking1 km
Cricket3 km
Dancing-
Diving10 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf8 km
Horse riding20 km
Mountainbiking12 km
Music1 km
Rugby3 km
Sailing14 km
Swimming1 km
Tennis2 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- National Museum
- National Art Gallery
- Visits to a seaside town
- Museum of Modern Art
- Chester Beatty Library
- St. Stephen’s Green
- Free English classes
- Orientation tour
- National Museum of Collins
- Barracks
- Merrion Square
- Dublin Quiz
- Pub Quiz
- Beach visit
- Football in summer

Adults - Paid activities

Approximate costs for excursions:
- Full day: EUR 45 - EUR 65
- Half day: EUR 15 - EUR 25

- Guinness
- Irish music and dance night
- James Joyce Center
- Dublinia
- Epic Ireland
- Dublin Hop-on-Hop-off Tour
- Cinema
- Trinity College und the Book of Kells
- Dog Racing
- Theatre

Junior - Free activities

National Museum
National Art Gallery
Visit to a seaside town
Museum of Modern Art
Chester Beatty Library
St. Stephen’s Green
* Orientation tour

Junior - Paid activities

- Guinness
- Irish music and dance night
- James Joyce Center
- Dublinia
- Epic Ireland
- Dublin Bay Cruise
- Dublin Hop-on-Hop-off Tour
- Cinema
- 10-pin bowling
- Dog Racing
- Dublin by Dart

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Questions and answers about Centre of English Studies (CES)

  • It is no problem to get also vegetarian food. There is a surcharge of 30€ per week for the special diet.
    Romo Lima, from Dublin - Nov 15, 2022
  • The seasonal junior programmes at CES can be booked without accommodation at discounted rates. The exact cost of the course depends on the number of lessons the student would like per week and whether the student would like to take part in activities and excursions, etc.
    Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 28, 2022
  • The rooms in the residence are single with private bathroom.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 04, 2023
  • Usually, the school is asking to the students to arrive between 8:00 and 22:00. Outside these hours, it is not always possible to find a driver.
    Melanie Besnard, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 05, 2023

FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin

  • The school recommends taking 2.5 private lessons per day.
    Lisa S. Schiwy, Area Manager from - Sep 23, 2022
  • The maximum required age for junior courses is 17 years. He can book the intensive or standard English course. These are adult mixed-age classes. Students under the age of 18 years have to book homestay accommodation.
    Angela, Consultant from Languagecourse.net - Mar 09, 2023
  • Your son will still be under 18 during his stay in Dublin so the accommodation option for him would be a room at a homestay
    Gosia Mazur, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
  • Yes, CES Dublin offers two types of preparatory courses for the IELTS examination (Standard or Intensive) and is also an examination centre. The exam can be booked through a form provided by the school itself or independently.
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 23, 2023
  • 100% of teachers at Centre of English Studies (CES) hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) comes from Italy with a 22% representation, followed by students from Brazil (12%) and Spain (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

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