CES - Centre of English Studies for adult

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (Oxford in England)
Learn English in the home of one of the oldest and most famous universities in the world!
Close to Oxford, our school, is located in the beautiful and tranquil village of Wheatley and provides a friendly, safe and traditional British village environment, ideal for students learning English.

Our prestigious school, Oxford House, is located in thebeautiful and tranquil village of Wheatley.
Perfectly situated on the village’s main street. The school is right next to many local shops, cafés/restaurants and pubs.
Wheatley provides a friendly and safe environment in which students can study English.
Wheatley is just a short and easy 20 minute bus journey from the centre of Oxford city.
The famous scenic region of The Cotswolds is within close proximity.

  • Environment : Country
  • Leisure activities : Golf, Swimming pool, Tennis, Tourist sites
  • Accreditations:
    British CouncilIALCALTO

Our advice 3.5 / 5

A high-quality, friendly, human-sized school with only 10 small classrooms and an average of 6-9 students per class. If you want to live life in a typical English school this school is for you. Here you benefit from a very personalized attention from the pedagogical team and all the equipment necessary for a modern training center.

CES - Centre of English Studies adult Courses and prices

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Combined Course

This program combines group language courses in the morning that encourage students to interact and help a student to improve practical communication skills. The individual language classes in the afternoon allow you to concentrate on your areas of weakness and on things that interest you personally.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Standard Course

This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
A standard course is generally less than 22 hours a week.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Intensive Course

Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.
An intensive course is generally more than 22 hours a week.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

English + IELTS

This program allows you to perfect your English while also preparing for the IELTS, which is designed to assess the language ability of people who need to work or study where English is used as the primary language of communication. IELTS is accepted by educational institutions in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, and increasingly in Canada, the USA and other countries.
You will take the standard language class in the morning and test preparation classes in the afternoon.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

FCE Preparation Course - First Certificate in English

The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.
After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

CAE Preparation Course - Certificate in Advanced English

CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).
Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Long-term Courses - 3 to 5 Months

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Semester Program Abroad

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!
A standard course is generally less than 22 hours a week.

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

Intensive Semester Program Abroad

Studying abroad is something that many think about doing. Adding an international dimension to your curriculum is a great accomplishment. With an open mind and positive attitude, you will benefit every time!
An intensive course is generally more than 22 hours a week.

General English + Business English

This program offers the student both general English language courses and courses in English used frequently in a business setting.
The main objective of this program is to help students understand English, and improve their ability to communicate with confidence, especially within a business situation.
This course introduces key business concepts, while allowing students to develop practical skills within real business scenarios such as presentations, negotiations, telephone conversations, meetings and discussions. This is a specialized language program that caters to your professional needs!

CES - Centre of English Studies for adult (in England)

English for Adults 50+

Intensive English course in small group for adults ages 50 and up. There is a guided sightseeing tour of London in the afternoon and optional weekend excursions.

CES - Centre of English Studies adult Pedagogy

Professional, expert and experienced teachers who are dedicated to your success.
All teachers are native speakers. They are enthusiastic, experienced teachers chosen especially for their ability to work with international students.

CES - Centre of English Studies adult CES Oxford Activities

There is an activity evening organised by the school each week which has in the past included:
  • Parties and social evenings
  • Regular visits to Oxford.
  • Theatre, cinema, concerts, clubs, pubs, ice-skating and bowling
  • Organised sports afternoons / evenings (there is a sports centre near the school)
  • Tennis, swimming and golf (all available locally)


The school is open most evenings during the week and students often organise their own events. A favorite activity is for students of one nationality to cook some of their national dishes for the other students to try. Table tennis, pool (billiards), watching a DVD or just enjoying a coffee with friends in our beautiful garden are also popular activities.

Several activities, such as parties, movie nights, international quiz nights and indoor games at the school, are free of charge. Others, such as cinema, theatre and concert visits, sports evenings and weekend excursions, involve extra cost.
The school is proud of its reputation as a friendly, welcoming and warm community of learners.

CES - Centre of English Studies adult Equipment

Access to CES Oxford school’s facilities from morning to late in the evening on most weekdays.
  • Self-access student kitchen for students who wish to cook for themselves or others
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Large student lounge with pool table, games area, TV and an extensive DVD collection
  • Attractive gardens with all-weather table tennis
  • Garden summer house for smokers to use