CES

Description

School

Founded over 35 years ago, the Centre of English Studies (CES) is one of the best known English language schools in Ireland. CES comprises of two prestigious year-round schools, which are located within one minute’s walk of each other. CES Dublin is the official IELTS Test Centre for Dublin city centre and is also a Pearson PTE Test Centre. The school offers a complete range of courses and programmes for adult and junior students. In summer CES operates 4 junior centres.

Location

CES is located in the heart of Dublin City Centre, on the same street as Dublin’s top visitor attractions – Dublin Castle, Trinity College, Christchurch Cathedral and Dublin’s cultural quarter, Temple Bar.

Facilities

23 classrooms, many of which feature state of the art technology.
2 multimedia centres with the most up-to-date technology and software
25 computers and 15 tablet computers, personal laptop access points
Free high-speed Wi-Fi access.
A dedicated self-access study library
Self-access listening centre
Guided e-Learning pre, during and post course/CES online and on-the-go.
CES café
Large student lounge with games area and daily film screenings.
2 rooftop gardens.

Accreditations

ACELS (Irish Department of Education)
MEI (Marketing English in Ireland)
IALC (International Association of Language Centres)
EAQUALS (Evaluation & Accreditation of Quality in Language Services
ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations)
IELTS and Pearson PTE Test Centre
TOEIC

Courses

Standard General English

Students will work on improving the skills involved with speaking, listening, reading and writing, so that they can improve their comprehension and communicate more freely.

Lessons: 20 x 55 mins / week
Levels: Beginner – Advanced
Max students: 14 (Average 10)
Age: 16+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00, Mon to Fri

Intensive General English

Morning lessons follow the same programme as the Standard General English Course. There are also three afternoon lessons a week which are focused on improving the students’ speaking skills and ability to communicate through English.

Lessons: 26 x 55 mins / week
Levels: Beginner – Advanced
Max students: 14 (Average 10)
Age: 16+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00 Mon – Fri + 14.10 – 16.00 Tues, Wed & Thurs

Standard General English + IELTS Preparation Course

Lessons: 26 x 55 mins / week (20 General English, 6 IELTS Preparation)
Levels: Intermediate – Advanced
Max students: 14 (Average 10)
Age: 16+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00 Mon – Fri + 14.00 – 16.00 Tues, Wed & Thurs

The Standard General English course is combined with three afternoons a week of IELTS preparation lessons. CES Dublin is an official IELTS Centre. It is the only private language school in Dublin that can offer you the opportunity to study and sit your IELTS exam in the same centre.

Full Time IELTS Course

Lessons: 20 x 55 mins / week
Levels: Intermediate – Advanced
Max students: 14 (Average 10)
Age: 16+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00 Mon – Fri

CES Dublin is an official IELTS Centre. It is the only private language school in Dublin that can offer you the opportunity to study and sit your IELTS exam in the same centre.

Standard General English + Business English Course

Students follow the Standard General English course in the mornings and take the Business option three afternoons per week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Business English option is designed for students who wish to improve their communicative proficiency in a business environment.

Lessons: 26 x 55 mins / week (20 General English + 6 Business English)
Levels: Intermediate – Advanced
Max students: 14 (Average 10)
Age: 16+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00 Mon – Fri, 14.00 – 16.00 Tues – Thurs
Availability: February – October

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English for Teachers Courses

Lessons: 20 x 55 mins / week + afternoon programme
Levels: See individual courses
Max students: Max 16, Min 6
Age: 21+
Timetable: 9.00 – 13.00 + 14.00 – 16.30 Mon – Fri
Duration: 1 – 2 weeks

CES provides four teacher training courses:

1) Methodology and Language Development
The Methodology and Language Development course is intended for non-native English teachers who wish to refresh their own language skills and examine different teaching methods and approaches. The course is aimed at Intermediate to Advanced levels.

2) CLIL
The CLIL course is intended for non-native teachers of other subjects who wish to develop their own English language skills and examine the methodology of CLIL – Content and Language Integrated Learning. The course is aimed at Pre-Intermediate to Advanced levels.

3) Blended Learning
This course is intended for English teachers who wish to refresh their own language skills and at the same time examine the concept of blended learning. The course is aimed at Intermediate to Advanced levels.

4) Language Development for Teachers
This course is intended for non-native teachers of other subjects who wish to develop their own English language skills. It is specifically aimed at teachers of other subjects who have to teach their subjects through English. The course is aimed at Pre Intermediate to Intermediate levels.

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Junior English Language & Activity Programme

CES International Junior Summer School combines expert English language training with a full programme of sports, activities and cultural visits. The Junior Programme is aimed at 14 – 17 year olds. There is also a Winter option. Please contact Hello Irlanda for more details.

Package includes:

Full board, shared room homestay accommodation
20 lessons/15 hours tuition per week
Course book rental and additional course materials
Afternoon programme of sports and cultural visits (Monday – Thursday)
One disco per week
One Saturday full day excursion per week
Airport transfers (groups only – minimum of 10 students)
Full board, single room homestay accommodation for each Group Leader per 15 students (groups only)

Junior English & Rugby Programme

CES and the Irish Rugby Institute (IRI) have designed a programme to appeal to the needs and requirements of aspiring rugby players. The programme is designed to help young players improve all aspects of their game from passing, kicking and tackling to nutrition, stamina, strength and the mental side of the game. The Junior Programme is aimed at 14 – 17 year olds.

CES Gallery

CES Accommodation

Homestay

One of the best ways for students to improve their English speaking is to choose homestay accommodation. Family life is informal and the people are welcoming, friendly and talkative, so students will have plenty of opportunities to practise speaking English. All CES homestays are carefully selected and regularly visited by the school’s Accommodation Officers, to ensure consistently high standards. All of the homestays are located close to CES schools or close to public transport links.

Student Residence

CES has three small year-round residences available for use by students who do not wish to stay in homestay:

Crestfield
Auburn House
Baggot Street/City Centre

Students can choose from single en-suite, twin en-suite, double and standard rooms. Each residence has a fully fitted kitchen and communal dining area. All have free Wi-Fi access, as well as satellite television.

CES Dublin’s city centre residence, YWCA, is located on Baggot Street, a 20 minute stroll from the CES schools or a few metres from the bus stop. Both Auburn House and Crestfield are close to public transport links and have a wide choice of buses to take both to and from school.

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CES Social

Social Programme:

CES organises a varied and interesting social and cultural programme for all their students throughout the year. As well as being a great way to improve your English, their social programme includes visits and tours that enable you to see Dublin through the eyes of the local people. CES Dublin has a dedicated team of “Yellow Shirts” responsible for coming up with new and exciting things for you to see and do.

Activities include:

An orientation tour on your first day
Visits to the museums and art galleries close to your learning centre
Visits to areas of historic or natural scenic beauty
Movie afternoons
History and nature walks
Quizzes and games
Sports afternoons – football – bowling – baseball
Afternoon dance and singing lessons
Saturday or full-weekend tours to the most popular historic or tourist sites in Ireland

CES Prices

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Courses

Standard General English

Intensive General English

Standard General English + IELTS Preparation Course

Full Time IELTS Course

Standard General English + Business English Course

English for Teachers Courses

Junior English Language & Activity Programme

Junior English & Rugby Programme

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CES Accommodation

Homestay

Student Residence

CES Social

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