How much does a course at Centre of English Studies cost?

A 25-week course costs approximately €2,535 in total, about €101 per week at 15 hours of class a week. Exact fees depend on your start date and intensity, so confirm with the school before paying a deposit.

Can I get a Stamp 2 student visa with Centre of English Studies?

Yes. Centre of English Studies appears on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP), which is the requirement for a Stamp 2 student visa. You still need to enrol on a 25-week course, pay the fees, hold medical insurance and show the required funds when you apply.

Can I work while studying at Centre of English Studies?

A Stamp 2 permission lets you work 20 hours a week during term and 40 hours a week during the official holiday periods (June to September and 15 December to 15 January).

How big are the classes at Centre of English Studies?

Classes average around 12 students, with a maximum of 18. Smaller groups usually mean more speaking time, which is the main thing students say makes a difference.

Where is Centre of English Studies located?

Centre of English Studies is in 31 Dame Street, Dublin 2, Dublin.

Is my money protected if Centre of English Studies closes?

We do not hold verified learner protection details for Centre of English Studies. Always ask a school to show its learner protection arrangements before paying course fees in advance.

Does Centre of English Studies arrange accommodation?

Yes — Centre of English Studies can arrange host family placements and student residences. Confirm availability early, because accommodation in Dublin is tight around the September and January intakes.

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Centre of English Studies

31 Dame Street, Dublin 2, Dublin · ILEP verified

Combine Learning and Life at CES with over 40 years of experience in teaching English across Ireland, the UK, and Canada.

≈ €128 {price}/wk · 25h/wk

≈ €3,210 / 25 wks

31 Dame Street, Dublin 2, Dublin

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Standard IELTS Course 1 (20)

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Cambridge English Preparation: First 20

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: CELA

Cambridge English Preparation: Advanced 20

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Standard General English with IELTS 15

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: British Council / CELA

Standard IELTS Course 2 (20)

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25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

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IELTS prep

25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: British Council / CELA

Intensive IELTS Course 2 (26)

IELTS prep

25 wks · 26 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: British Council / CELA

Intensive IELTS Course 3 (26)

IELTS prep

25 wks · 26 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: British Council / CELA

Standard General English with TIE 15

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: IELT

Standard General English with TIE 20

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: IELT

Standard General English with TIE 26

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25 wks · 26 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: IELT

Cambridge English Preparation: PET 15

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25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: CELA

Cambridge English Preparation: PET 20

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25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: CELA

Standard General English & LanguageCert 20 (A2)

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25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

Standard General English & LanguageCert 20 (B1)

General English

25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

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25 wks · 20 hr/wk

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

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General English

25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

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25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

Standard General English & LanguageCert 15 (B2)

General English

25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

Standard General English & LanguageCert 15 (C1)

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25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

Standard General English & LanguageCert 15 (C2)

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

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Standard General English & OET 20 (B2)

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Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

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Standard General English & OET 15 (C1)

General English

25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUPA)

Standard General English & OET 15 (C1)

General English

25 wks · 15 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUPA)

Standard General English (Morning) Plus Business English (Afternoon) 26

General English

25 wks · 26 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: British Council / CELA

Standard General English & LanguageCert 20 (B2)

General English

25 wks · 20 hr/wk

Visa eligible (Stamp 2)

Awarding body: LanguageCert

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Average class size: 12
Maximum class size: 18

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About

Centre of English Studies, teaching since 1979, is an English language school in Dublin that appears on the ILEP list of programmes eligible for a Stamp 2 student visa. A 25-week visa course at 15 hours a week costs around €2,535, or roughly €101 a week. Students here get classes of around 12 students, help with visa paperwork, host family accommodation and student residence options. It also runs exam preparation for IELTS, OET, TOEIC and CELTA, business English and junior programmes. Google reviewers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 325 reviews.

Centre of English Studies (CES) is an English language school with over 40 years of experience. The school operates nine locations across Ireland, the UK, and Canada, including Dublin, Cork, London, Edinburgh, and Toronto. Programmmes are available for adults, juniors, and groups, with a focus on combining language learning with cultural experiences. Students have access to facilities and support including 24/7 pastoral care for junior programmes, leveled entry testing, and continuous assessment. The school provides various accommodation options and organized social programmes including city tours, cultural excursions, and sports activities.

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What recent students say

Based on 4 Google reviews from the last 12 months · Updated 26 Jul 2026

Overall: Reviews for the Centre of English Studies are mixed, with some students highly praising specific teachers, the CELTA program, and administrative support, while others express significant dissatisfaction with the general English course structure and teacher consistency.

What students praise - Dedicated and capable teachers (Divya, Nicole) - Effective CELTA program that improves teaching skills - Excellent administrative service and support (Marie Janer) - Welcoming and organized school environment - Pleasant and diverse residential atmosphere with varied activities

Common concerns - Frequent teacher changes in general English classes - Lack of teacher awareness of student levels and progress - Disrupted course progression due to new students joining weekly - Perceived focus on new student enrollment over current student improvement

Recurring themes: teacher quality, course structure, administrative support, student experience, CELTA program, student welfare

AI summary of public Google reviews. May contain inaccuracies — read the original reviews on Google for the full picture.

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