English Language School near Oxford
Study English in One of the UK’s Most Famous University Areas
Study English near Oxford at CES in Wheatley, a welcoming village approximately 20 minutes from Oxford. The boutique school offers small classes, adult, junior and group programmes, homestay accommodation and access to Oxford’s academic and cultural attractions.
From leafy university quads and world-class museums to an exciting arts and music scene, there is so much to do and see in Oxford, a historic city in central southern England. Oxford is a wonderful destination to learn English and is renowned for its hospitality.
Wheatley, near Oxford
Why Study English near Oxford?
Oxford is one of the UK’s best-known university cities and offers a strong academic and cultural environment for international students. Museums, historic colleges, theatres, cafés, parks and cultural attractions create regular opportunities to use English outside the classroom.
CES Oxford gives students access to this wider Oxford experience while providing a smaller-school setting in Wheatley.
Students can combine structured English lessons with trips into Oxford, social activities and homestay experiences that create more opportunities to practise English in everyday situations.
Why Choose CES Oxford in Wheatley?
CES Oxford is based in Wheatley, outside Oxford city centre. Students can enjoy a smaller-school and village environment while travelling into Oxford for cultural visits, shopping, activities and excursions.
The school is located on Wheatley High Street and offers a more personal learning environment than a large city-centre school.
Students benefit from:
- A boutique-school atmosphere
- Small classes
- Average class size of 6
- Maximum class size of 9
- Adult, junior and group programmes
- Homestay accommodation
- A student kitchen and common room
- A large English garden
- Self-access learning support
- CES Online and e-learning resources
- Regular access to Oxford through social and cultural activities
- 24-hour emergency support
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CES accepts school and university groups for both adults and juniors from all over the world on group packages.
Small-Class Learning at a Boutique School
You’ll find our CES Oxford school in the beautiful village of Wheatley, approximately 20 minutes from Oxford, and our school is on the High Street.
As a boutique school, we have just 10 small classrooms with an average of 6 students per class, and we pride ourselves on our facilities, staff, and friendly welcome.
Smaller classes can give students:
- More opportunities to speak during lessons
- Closer interaction with teachers
- More individual attention
- A supportive classroom atmosphere
- Greater confidence participating in discussions
- More opportunities to get to know classmates
The maximum class size is 9, helping maintain the personal character of the school.
School Facilities and Garden
CES Oxford provides facilities designed to support study, independent learning and student life.
- 10 classrooms
- Average class size of 6
- Maximum class size of 9
- Self-access learning centre open five days a week
- Guided e-learning before, during and after the course
- CES Online and On-the-Go app
- Large DVD library
- Computer room with 10 laptops
- Free Wi-Fi and internet access
- Fully equipped student kitchen
- Student common room with games
- Beautiful English garden
- Space for garden games, barbecues and summer parties
- Advisory service
- 24-hour emergency telephone
The garden and common areas help create a relaxed school atmosphere and give students additional places to socialise and practise English outside lessons.
Students can also test their English level before selecting a course.
Homestay Accommodation near Oxford
Homestays
When you choose a homestay, you’ll learn so much more about English life and culture, as well as learning the language itself.
You’ll find life to be informal, welcoming, and friendly, so you will have plenty of opportunities to practise your English. All homestays are carefully selected and visited regularly to ensure high standards.
Homestay is particularly relevant to the CES Oxford experience because it extends English practice beyond the classroom and allows students to experience everyday life in the local area.
CES Oxford is located in Wheatley rather than Oxford city centre.
Students can travel between Wheatley and Oxford for sightseeing, shopping, cultural activities and organised visits. Public transport connects the village with Oxford, while exact journey times can vary according to route, service and traffic conditions.
Students should check current transport information when planning independent trips, especially for evening journeys.
CES social activities also provide organised opportunities to visit Oxford and other destinations.
Our Address
67 High St, Wheatley, Oxford, OX33 1XT - United Kingdom
Contact
Students travelling to the UK can also review CES visa information for studying in the UK.
The closest airport is London Heathrow. There is a bus between LHR and Oxford.
https://www.theairlineoxford.co.uk/
It is also possible to reach Oxford from London Gatwick
CES Oxford is located in Wheatley, a village on the Eastern side of the city.
From London Paddington or London Marylebone, take a train to Oxford Station then jump on the 280 or 400 bus to Wheatley
https://www.chilternrailways.co.uk/
https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/services/OXBC/400
https://www.oxfordbus.co.uk/services/ASES/280?date=2023-12-21&direction=inbound
From central London, Oxford is a journey of about 1.5 hours. Intercity coaches leave from Victoria and Marble Arch in central London
https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/oxfordshire/oxford-tube
Locally, buses 280 and 400 will get you to the school from Oxford city centre
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Student Life and Excursions
At CES, we want you to learn about the culture and people you are living with while improving your English at the same time. Our team of 'Yellow Shirts' organise a whole range of activities, events, and excursions for you during your time here.
- A FREE orientation tour on your first day
- Regular visits to Oxford
- Theatre, cinema, concerts, clubs, pubs, ice-skating and bowling
- Organised sports afternoons and evenings
- Access to a sports centre near the school
- Tennis, swimming and golf available locally
- Full-day tours on Saturdays to places of interest
- Movie afternoons and quizzes
- Outdoor sports such as tennis and football
- Student parties, traditional pub nights and live music events
- International food parties
Some social activities are free, such as movie nights/afternoons and trips to museums. Other activities may incur small expenses. For example, students should buy their own drinks during pub nights. Most weekend excursions are not free and are not included in course fees unless otherwise stipulated in group packages. These activities are pay-as-you-go.
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Find answers to frequently asked questions about studying English at CES Oxford, including available courses, homestay accommodation, junior and group programmes, school facilities, social activities, and travelling between Wheatley and Oxford city centre.
CES Oxford offers Standard General English, Intensive General English, the English and Culture 50s+ programme, junior programmes and group programmes.
No. CES Oxford is located in Wheatley, outside Oxford city centre. The school is based at 67 High Street in Wheatley and gives students access to Oxford while providing a smaller village and boutique-school environment.
Students can use public transport between Wheatley and Oxford. CES also organises regular visits and social activities in Oxford. Current travel routes and journey times should be checked before travelling.
CES Oxford offers carefully selected homestay accommodation. Homestay gives students opportunities to practise English outside the classroom while experiencing local home life.
Yes. CES Oxford offers junior programmes and group programmes for schools, universities and other organisations.
The school has 10 classrooms, a self-access learning centre, computer room, free Wi-Fi, student kitchen, common room, English garden and learning resources. Social activities include regular Oxford visits, sports, cultural activities, movie afternoons, parties and excursions.
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