School description

Established in 1979, CES Dublin operates across three city-centre locations close to Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar and Grafton Street. Facilities include 32 classrooms, a student café, self-study centre and two rooftop gardens. Courses include General and Intensive English, IELTS, Cambridge and OET preparation, plus Erasmus+ and teacher-development programmes. CES is also an official IELTS and Cambridge examination centre, with homestay, residential and short-term apartment accommodation available.

What CES Dublin can offer

Established in 1979, with over 45 years’ experience in English language education
Independent, family-run school with a long-established presence in Dublin
Three city-centre locations within walking distance of major Dublin attractionsprofessional development courses
32 classrooms providing extensive teaching facilities across the three centres
Official IELTS and Cambridge examination centre, with specialist exam preparation
Choice of accommodation, including homestay, self-catering residence and short-term apartments

School Details

  • Address: 31 Dame Street, Dublin 2, D02 CX73
  • Year Established: 1979
  • Erasmus+ OID: E10019130
  • Mini Stays: Yes
  • Accreditations: Ministry of Education | QQI / ACELS | English Education Ireland | Eaquals | Select Ireland | Cambridge English Language Awareness | IALC | ALTO | OET | TOEIC

Accommodation Options

  • Accommodation Options: Homestay with Local Families, Student Residence

Sample Social Activities

  • Activities include: Dublin City Orientation Tour | Visits to Trinity College, museums, galleries and the Botanic Gardens | Cultural visits to Howth and Bray | Traditional Irish pub evenings and social activities | Weekend excursions to Glendalough, Belfast and the Cliffs of Moher

Courses available at Centre of English Studies – Dublin

Language, Culture & English Skills

General & Intensive English

Develop your English for everyday communication through practical, engaging lessons designed to build confidence, accuracy and fluency.
Digital, AI & Innovation

IELTS & Cambridge Exam Preparation

Prepare for internationally recognised English language exams with focused teaching, exam strategies and practice from experienced teachers.

Junior Programmes

English language programmes for younger learners combining structured lessons with activities, cultural experiences and opportunities to make international friends.
Professional & Workplace English

Erasmus+

Professional development and English language programmes for teachers, education professionals and institutions participating in Erasmus+ mobility.

Study & Work

Combine longer-term English language study with the opportunity to experience living and working in Ireland, subject to eligibility requirements.

Teacher Training

Develop your teaching skills or gain a recognised ELT qualification through practical training, observation, teaching practice and professional development.

Business & Specialist English

Develop the English communication skills needed for professional, academic and specialist environments through focused, practical language training.

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