English Language School in Leeds
Experience a Vibrant City in the Heart of Northern England and Learn English in a Wonderful City Renowned for Its Hospitality
Study English in Leeds at CES, a welcoming language school in a Georgian building in the city centre. Choose from adult, junior and group programmes, access IELTS and Trinity exam services, and select residential or homestay accommodation.
Leeds is an ideal city to learn English in as it is big enough to find plenty to do, but small enough to never lose your way. As a city steeped in culture and sports, Leeds has so much to offer visitors and students alike. Home to about one million people, the city is ready and waiting to welcome you.
CES Leeds is in a very central location with lots of cafés, sandwich bars and restaurants.
Leeds City Centre
Why Study English in Leeds?
Leeds offers the energy and variety of a major city while remaining easy to navigate. Students can combine classroom learning with everyday English practice in cafés, shops, museums, sports venues and cultural attractions across the city.
The central location of CES Leeds makes it convenient to explore the city before and after lessons. Students can also use the school as a base for discovering northern England through organised excursions and weekend activities.
Learners looking to study English abroad can choose from several course types at CES Leeds, including General English, Intensive English, CELTA, junior programmes and group options.
Discover the complete range of courses available for the adult learner
We have developed a selection of both general and specific courses for children and teens
CES accepts school and university groups for both adults and juniors from all over the world on group packages.
Why Choose Our City-Centre School?
You’ll find our CES Leeds school in the very centre of Leeds in its own beautiful Georgian building. Known as one of the most reputable English language schools in the UK, we pride ourselves on our facilities, staff, and friendly welcome.
Students at CES Leeds benefit from:
- A central Leeds location
- A dedicated Georgian school building
- Adult, junior and group programmes
- Average class size of 10
- Free self-access study
- CES Online access
- IELTS exam services
- Trinity exam services
- Residential and homestay accommodation
- Social and cultural activities
- 24-hour emergency support
IELTS and Trinity Exam Services
CES Leeds is both an Official IELTS Test Centre and an Official Trinity Exam Centre.
Students interested in English exams can access dedicated exam services through CES Leeds while studying in the city.
More information is available through the CES English exams section.
Students travelling to the UK for study can also review visa information for studying in the UK.
Facilities
School Facilities and Student Support
CES Leeds provides a range of facilities and academic resources to support students throughout their studies.
Teaching Facilities
- 10 classrooms in winter
- 20+ classrooms in summer, including external classrooms used during peak periods
- Flat TV screens in all classrooms
- Computers in all classrooms
- Average class size of 10
Study Resources
- Free self-access study for 3 hours a week
- CES Online free for all students
- DVD library
- Graded readers
- Computer room with 12 Chromeboxes
Student Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi and internet access
- Student common room
- Printing facilities
- 24-hour emergency telephone
Academic and Exam Services
- Official Trinity Exam Centre
- Official IELTS Test Centre
Peak-Period Arrangements
During high-demand periods, CES Leeds may use external classrooms for adult and junior teaching.
Adult classes may be held at Aspire, while Junior Summer School classes may use the University Centre at Leeds City College and Swarthmore Education Centre.
This additional capacity supports the summer programme while the main year-round adult school remains based in the central Georgian building.
Accommodation in Leeds
CES Leeds offers both residential and homestay accommodation, subject to availability.
Plaza Residence
Our residential accommodation offers you comfort and security away from home and gives you the opportunity to be part of an international student community.
CES can offer self-catering residential accommodation at Plaza Residence year-round, subject to availability. Plaza Residence is approximately a 15-minute walk from the school.
This option can suit students who value greater independence and want to live within walking distance of CES Leeds.
Homestay Accommodation
When you choose 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 can suit students who prefer a home environment and additional opportunities to practise English outside the classroom.
Accommodation Comparison
Plaza Residence
- Experience: Independent student living within an international student community.
- Travel to School: Approximately 15-minute walk.
- Meals: Self-catering.
- Best Suited To: Students seeking independence and convenient access to CES Leeds.
Homestay Accommodation
- Experience: Welcoming local home environment with opportunities to experience British culture.
- Travel to School: Varies depending on the host's location.
- Meals: Depends on the booking arrangement.
- Best Suited To: Students seeking cultural immersion and daily English practice.
Our Address
9 Park Pl, Leeds, LS1 2RU - United Kingdom
CES Leeds is located in the city centre, with cafés, restaurants, shops and public transport nearby.
Contact
Leeds is quite a large city so in most cases you will need to use public transport to get around the city.
Taxis are easily available. They are safe and reliable and they use meters. An average journey would cost between £8 and £20 but of course, it depends on how far you travel.
You can use the bus service. You can either purchase a ticket for each journey you take. You can buy a ticket from the driver when you board the bus and an average cost of a ticket for one journey is £3.
You can also buy weekly bus passes (from the bus driver) which allow you unlimited use of all buses in the Leeds area for approximately £25 a week.
It is may be possible to rent bicycles. Please speak to us in the school and we can help you with this. Obviously bicycles may be purchased.
It is important to remember:
- We drive on the left-hand side of the road in the UK.
- Wear a helmet.
- You need lights on your bike as it is a legal requirement at night – white for the front and red for the back.
- A good lock is advisable.
Be respectful to others and do not cycle in pedestrian areas or on pavements, which is illegal unless they are designated cycle paths
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Student Life and Social Activities
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.
- Enjoy a FREE orientation tour on your first day
- Visits to art galleries and museums
- Tours to local historical and scenic spots
- Full-day tours on Saturday to places of interest such as York, Scarborough, Knaresborough, Skipton Castle and Whitby
- Relax with movie afternoons and quizzes, and enjoy outdoor sports like tennis, football and more
- Have fun at student parties, traditional pub nights and live music events
- Try bowling, karaoke nights and 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.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about studying English at CES Leeds, including available courses, accommodation options, IELTS and Trinity exam services, junior and group programmes, and travelling to our Leeds city-centre campus.
CES Leeds offers Standard General English, Intensive General English, CELTA training, junior programmes and group programmes. Longer-term students can also explore CES multi-destination study options.
CES Leeds is located at 9 Park Place, LS1 2RU, in Leeds city centre. The school is based in a dedicated Georgian building close to cafés, restaurants, shops and public transport.
Yes. CES Leeds is an Official IELTS Test Centre and an Official Trinity Exam Centre.
Students can choose between Plaza Residence and homestay accommodation, subject to availability. Plaza Residence offers self-catering student living approximately a 15-minute walk from the school, while homestay provides a local home environment.
Yes. CES Leeds offers junior residential and homestay programmes as well as group options for schools, universities and other organisations.
CES Leeds is located in the city centre. Students arriving by train or air should check current public transport, taxi and transfer options based on their arrival point and accommodation location.
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