English Schools in Ireland, the UK and Canada
Study English with CES in nine destinations across Ireland, the UK and Canada. Compare schools in Dublin, Cork, Toronto, Vancouver, London, Worthing, Oxford, Leeds and Edinburgh, and find the location that best matches your course goals, accommodation preferences and ideal student experience.
Find out more about our nine distinctive, historical, and exciting destinations. See what accommodation is on offer, understand their local culture, and so much more.
Students can also explore CES adult English courses, review available English levels, and compare adult accommodation options before choosing a destination.
Compare CES English School Locations
Each CES destination offers a different study experience. Choose a location based on the type of city, lifestyle and atmosphere you prefer.
- Ireland: Dublin offers a lively capital-city experience, while Cork is smaller, welcoming and easy to explore.
- Canada: Toronto is a large, multicultural city, while Vancouver combines city life with mountains, coastline and outdoor activities.
- UK: London offers a major international-city experience; Oxford is known for its historic university atmosphere; Worthing provides a relaxed seaside setting; Leeds offers lively student life; and Edinburgh combines history, culture and festivals.
CES offers adult and junior programmes, as well as homestay and residential accommodation across its destinations. Course and accommodation availability may vary by location and season.
Choose a Destination by Study Goal
CES offers different course types across Ireland, the UK and Canada. Choose a destination based on what you want to achieve during your English studies.
- Adult English: Improve everyday communication through adult English courses available across CES destinations.
- Junior Programmes: Combine English lessons with activities, homestay or residential options. Families can also explore junior accommodation.
- Exam Preparation: Prepare for IELTS and other English exams at selected CES schools.
- Teacher Training: Access teacher-training and professional development programmes in selected UK and Ireland locations.
- Study and Work: Eligible students can combine English study with work opportunities in Canada, particularly in Toronto and Vancouver.
- 30+ and 50+ Courses: Selected destinations offer age-specific programmes for mature learners.
- Groups: CES provides programmes for school, university, adult and junior groups across multiple destinations.
Choose by Experience
Each CES destination has its own atmosphere and lifestyle. Think about the type of experience you want outside the classroom as well as the course you want to study.
- Big-city experience: Toronto and London offer multicultural environments, extensive attractions and strong transport links.
- Outdoor lifestyle: Vancouver combines city life with beaches, mountains, parks and outdoor activities.
- Historic university atmosphere: Oxford offers historic architecture, museums and a strong student culture.
- Coastal living: Worthing provides a quieter seaside experience on England’s south coast.
- Irish city experience: Dublin offers the energy of a capital city, while Cork provides a smaller and more relaxed setting.
- Culture and festivals: Edinburgh combines historic surroundings with museums, cultural attractions and major festivals.
- Northern English city life: Leeds offers a lively mix of music, sport, culture, shopping and student life.
Homestay
Homestay accommodation gives students the opportunity to live with carefully selected hosts and practise English naturally outside the classroom.
Residence
Residential accommodation provides greater independence and the chance to become part of an international student community.
Students can compare adult accommodation options or explore junior accommodation options for younger learners.
Accommodation types, travel times, and availability differ between destinations, so these should be reviewed alongside course selection.
Student Life Across CES Destinations
Learning English abroad includes much more than classroom study.
CES social programmes give students opportunities to:
- explore local attractions
- visit museums and galleries
- join sports and cultural activities
- meet students from other countries
- practise English in everyday situations
- experience local culture more fully
Activities differ by destination and season.
Study at More Than One CES School
Students planning an extended stay can combine more than one CES destination through the long-term multi-destination English course.
The programme allows students to study for 24 weeks or longer while combining CES locations across the UK and Ireland.
A multi-destination plan can include:
- different cities
- Standard or Intensive English
- multiple accommodation arrangements
- varied cultural experiences
- longer-term language development
This option is particularly useful for students who want to study English abroad while experiencing more than one part of the UK and Ireland.
CES has English schools in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Current destinations include Dublin, Cork, Toronto, Vancouver, London, Worthing, Oxford, Leeds, and Edinburgh.
Adult English courses are available across CES destinations, although individual course options can vary by school. Students can compare the full range of adult programmes before selecting a destination.
Junior programmes are available at selected CES schools in Ireland, the UK, and Canada. Programme types and seasonal availability vary by destination.
CES offers accommodation support across its destinations, with homestay and residential options available depending on the school, programme, and season.
Yes. The CES long-term multi-destination programme allows eligible students to combine multiple schools in the UK and Ireland over an extended study period.
Course type, age, accommodation preference, preferred city size, climate, lifestyle, and study goals can all help narrow the choice. CES can also provide guidance based on individual study plans.
Find the Right CES Destination
Compare the nine CES destinations by country, course type, accommodation, and student experience.