CES - Centre of English Studies / Dublin - Homestay

CES operate 2 Junior Summer Centres in Dublin - Mercy College and St. Paul's College. All two centres are located to the north of Dublin City, between 3-5km from the city centre. Each centre is located close to major public transport links so it is easy to move to and from your homestay to the school to the city centre. All centres have a dedicated, individual management team of a Principal, a Director of Studies and a Social Co-Ordinator. Our 2 summer centres are Irish State secondary schools during the academic year so have excellent classroom and sport facilities as well as large grass covered open spaces. CES has been running these 2 centres over 20 years, and maintain a network of excellent homestays in the surrounding areas. CES Mercy College is located in Artane, just 5kms from Dublin city centre. The school is surrounded by mature gardens and trees. All the homestays we use for Mercy College are located on the main bus routes, ensuring students will have less than 15-20 minutes travel time from their family to the school. One of the biggest boys schools in Dublin, St Paul’s College, is located in the very secure area of Clontarf, less than 3kms from Dublin city centre. This large school has an exceptional number of outdoor sports playing elds, Astro Turf pitches and a large number of bright classrooms. The city centre is easily accessed by public train or buses that run very frequently. St Paul’s is also located next to one of the most famous parks in Dublin, St. Anne’s Park.

Why with us

• Competitively priced courses
• 8 amazing locations in Ireland, UK and Canada
• Over 40 years experience in running international junior summer programms
• CES follows a policy of Safer Recruitment
• Students from over 66 countries worldwide
• Customised buildings in fantastic locations
• Multi-award winning schools

Courses

General English Course

Combines expert English language training with a full programme of sports, activities and cultural visits.

Super Intensive Summer Course

As well as the morning classes mentioned above, students will have 3 additional afternoons classes.

Rugby Summer Course

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. During this programme, the CES players will also get the chance to join the young IRI players.

FCE Fast Track Exam Preparation + Activity Programme

The package includes full board homestay accommodation, 15 morning lessons of intensive FCE preparation classes that will be followed by afternoon sports and cultural activities.

Accommodation

Homestay Shared room in homestay All carefully selected andvisited homestays Full board accommodation: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner

Teaching and Lessons

We are one of the most respected English language schools in Europe. The staff in our schools have an international reputation for their professionalism, friendliness and the attention they give to each and every student. All of our teachers in Ireland hold a university degree plus an ACELS recognised teaching qualification. In the UK, all teachers have the Trinity TESOL Certificate or CELTA qualification, with many holding specialist EFL teaching diplomas and degrees. Across all of our schools in Ireland and the UK, our teachers are chosen not only for their experience, but also for their enthusiasm, positive attitude and ability to make language learning FUN!

Activities

• 1 free disco per week
• Full and half day excursions
• Supervised sports and activity programme