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CES

TorontoCanada
  • Minimum age: 18 years
  • Levels: elementary to upper advanced
  • Average number of students per class: 12
  • Google reviews4.4/5 · 152 reviews
20lessons per week
45start dates in 2027, every Monday

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A language school in Toronto, Canada, to improve your English

CES in Toronto: learning English in a stimulating setting

CES is a solid base for learning English in Toronto. For a student looking for a well-located language course, the school offers a clear and reassuring starting point.

Easy immersion in local life

Studying in Toronto lets you extend lessons into your journeys, outings and neighbourhood life. This concrete immersion makes practising English more regular and more natural as the stay goes on.

Courses

Flexible start dates

Standard General English

From380,00 CAD/ week
  • 20 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

The school's general English course, followed in the morning, Monday to Friday. From the first day, teachers work on the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) while gradually building vocabulary and grammar.

It is open from elementary level and starts every Monday. Afternoons remain free for the school's social programme, a way to discover Toronto and practise English outside class.

Flexible start dates

Intensive General English

From410,00 CAD/ week
  • 25 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

The same programme as the standard course, but with a denser day: the morning lessons are extended by afternoon lessons from Monday to Thursday, with a shorter Friday. The aim is to progress faster in speaking and in everyday communication.

It suits those who want to maximise class time in Toronto, from elementary level, with a departure every Monday.

Flexible start dates

Super Intensive General English

From435,00 CAD/ week
  • 30 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

The densest formula of the general English course: every day of the week is filled with lessons, in the morning for vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, in the afternoon for discussion, role plays, video and listening.

Depending on the case, students can also work on exam skills (IELTS, Cambridge) or, where the option exists, business English. Open from beginner level, with a departure every Monday, in Toronto.

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University Pathway Program (C1 Exit required)

From435,00 CAD/ week
  • 30 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

A pathway for students aiming at university: C1 level must be reached by the end of the programme. It is reserved for adults aged eighteen and over, from B1 level, with classes of about twelve students on average, sixteen at most.

The programme consists of twenty basic lessons supplemented by ten extra lessons, making thirty lessons a week. Its length depends on the entry level: from a few weeks to a year.

Flexible start dates

English for Business

From455,00 CAD/ week
  • 25 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

In the morning, general English lessons build the language; in the afternoon, we work on professional English: meetings and negotiations, presentations, analysis, advertising, written communication, business relations and business travel.

A course for those who want to improve their work English in Toronto, from an intermediate level.

Flexible start dates

General English for 30+ (B1-B2)

From380,00 CAD/ week
  • 20 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

A general English course designed for adults over thirty, who learn alongside people of their own generation. It is for intermediate students, from B1 to B2, with classes of about twelve students on average, sixteen at most.

It has twenty lessons a week and runs only part of the year, from late spring to autumn. Speaking and listening, grammar and writing are worked on, as in the school's general English course.

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Intensive IELTS Preparation Course

From455,00 CAD/ week
  • 25 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

More intensive IELTS preparation, to reach the target score: exam technique, practice of the four parts (listening, reading, writing, speaking), and revision of the grammar and vocabulary specific to the test topics. Each week, one part of the exam is taken under real conditions.

The course requires upper-intermediate level and starts every Monday; access to the school's online learning platform helps organise revision.

Flexible start dates

Super Intensive IELTS Preparation Course

From510,00 CAD/ week
  • 30 lessons · 45 min
  • 2 to 9 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

The densest IELTS preparation formula: thirty lessons a week, in classes of about twelve students on average, sixteen at most. It is open to adults aged eighteen and over, from B1 level, for a short summer stay.

The four parts of the exam are trained with teachers experienced in IELTS preparation. The Toronto school is also an IELTS exam centre, which makes it possible to sit the test on site.

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Cambridge Examination Preparation Courses (FCE/CAE)

From975,00 CAD/ week
  • 25 lessons · 45 min
  • 2 to 52 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

Full-time preparation for the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) or C1 Advanced (CAE), chosen according to level. The courses follow the exam session calendar: the course is scheduled to end the week before the exam.

The exam can then be taken at an approved centre in the city. The required level is upper-intermediate.

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Cambridge Examination Fast Track (FCE/CAE/CPE)

From510,00 CAD/ week
  • 30 lessons · 45 min
  • 1 to 8 weeks
Age
from 18 years
Class
max. 16
Start date
Starts every Monday
This course at CES Toronto

A course entirely devoted to the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) and C1 Advanced (CAE) exams, on a short and dense programme. The aim is the best possible result: the exam takes place at the end of the course's final week.

Mock exams, personalised advice and follow-up by a dedicated tutor are part of the programme, and extra practice sessions are added in the final weeks. It suits upper-intermediate to advanced levels.

Accommodation

Accommodation

Host family

From 295,00 CAD / week

Two options are available depending on age and the level of supervision wanted.

This accommodation at CES Toronto

A host family in Toronto, selected and visited regularly by the school, to discover Canadian ways of life and speak English every day. The student shares the life of the household and its common areas.

Single room (sometimes with bathroom) or twin room with a friend, with bed and desk; full board or half board is chosen at booking.

  • Standard option 295,00 CAD / week
    Double room · Shared bathroom · Half board
    Minimum duration
    2 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Internet access depending on the option
  • Host family for minors 325,00 CAD / week
    Double room · Shared bathroom · Half board
    Minimum duration
    2 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Internet access depending on the option

Accommodation

Tartu Student residence - Economy Suite

From 375,00 CAD / week

Two options are available depending on age and the level of supervision wanted.

This accommodation at CES Toronto

A student residence of the school, with furnished rooms, single with private bathroom or with shared bathroom, in a setting where students from around the world can meet one another.

Self-catering, without meals: you cook for yourself.

  • Standard option 375,00 CAD / week
    Single room · Shared bathroom · Meals not specified
    Minimum duration
    2 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Wifi
  • Tartu Student residence - Premium Suite 462,50 CAD / week
    Single room · Shared bathroom · Meals not specified
    Minimum duration
    2 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Wifi
  • 28 Langley Avenue 496,25 CAD / week
    Single room · Private bathroom · Meals not specified
    Minimum duration
    2 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Internet access depending on the option
  • VanMates 650,00 CAD / week
    Single room · Shared bathroom · Meals not specified
    Minimum duration
    4 weeks
    Minimum age
    18 years
    Internet access
    Internet access depending on the option

Accommodation

Casa Canada

From 625,00 CAD / week

Room
Single room
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Meals
Meals not specified
Internet access
Wifi
Minimum duration
4 weeks
Minimum age
18 years
This accommodation at CES Toronto

A student residence open from May to August, with single rooms in shared flats, furnished and with a fitted kitchen. A metro journey takes you to school.

The residence has several bathrooms per flat, a canteen and washing machines on site. A premium room is offered to adult students.

Transfers offered

Transfers

Airport Transfer Toronto (YYZ) - Toronto

Type : All types

Google reviews

What students say

4.4 / 5 · 152 Google reviews
★★★★★ 5 / 5

Little bit small but comfortable and also very clean.
All staff are welcoming and nice.
Very convenience place,very close to Yonge street and Dundas street.
I got a lot of good experience in here.
And I need to say something.
Nikki is the best teacher ever!!!!

ChihiroMarch 31, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

My experience has been great so far! Teachers are amazing, the staff is also so friendly. The materials and topics we see are really helpful and interesting. I’m in general English and business English classes and my teachers Elyse and Lori Ann are so smart 🤍 I highly recommend this school.

Ru panditaMarch 27, 2024
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

I recently took my CELPIP test at the Centre of English Studies in Toronto (112 Elizabeth St., 3rd Floor) and had a great experience.
The staff were professional, friendly, and well organized. The check-in process was smooth, and the instructions were clear, which helped me feel comfortable before the exam. The test room was quiet, clean, and well managed. The equipment worked properly throughout the test.

Overall, I am very satisfied and would recommend this test centre to anyone taking the CELPIP exam.

Md Tarek AhmadFebruary 12, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

Employees are very caring and professional! I never prefer another place for Ielts, this is the most perfect place! The rooms are quiet, clean and nice. The employees are friendly and helpful.

Ilgın Beril KeleşMarch 20, 2026
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★★★★★ 5 / 5

CES is an amazing school!
Everyone there is so attentive and kind.
I highly recommend it!

Luana CunhaJuly 1, 2025
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Everything about CES

A modern, well-organised study setting

The study setting appears well structured, with clear points of reference for working effectively, with spaces that allow serious work while keeping room to breathe.

Why choose this school?

To learn English in Toronto, this school offers a convincing balance between language progress, local immersion and quality of life. It is an address to consider for building a smoother, clearer and more reassuring project.

At a glance

Starting price
from CAD 380 per week of classes (Standard General English (20 leçons) - Toronto, 36 weeks minimum) — Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026
Lessons per week
20
Accommodation
Homestay, single room, half board; Homestay, single room, full board; Homestay, single room, no meals; Residence, single room, no meals
Accreditations
Alto, Ialc, ALTO, IALC, EAQUALS, ACELS

Practical information

Minimum age
18 years
Average number of students per class
12
Levels
elementary to upper advanced
Public holidays
7 Sept 2026, 30 Sept 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026

Facilities

  • Wifi
  • Multimedia area

Services

  • General courses
  • Exam preparation
  • Special courses
  • Family
  • Residence

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Accreditations and labels

Accreditations and labels: Alto, Ialc, ALTO, IALC, EAQUALS, ACELS.

Accreditations and labels : ALTO, IALC, EAQUALS

Frequently asked questions

How much does a stay at CES cost?

From CAD 380 per week of classes (Standard General English (20 leçons) - Toronto, 36 weeks minimum). Budget for 2 weeks: CAD 2,445, about €1,550 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Budget for 4 weeks: CAD 4,105, about €2,610 (indicative, as of 18 October 2026). Includes: course: Standard General English (20 leçons) - Toronto (20 lessons per week); accommodation: homestay, single room, half board; fees (registration, file, accommodation); return transfer (Airport Transfer Toronto (YYZ) - Toronto). Sample start date: 4 January 2027, outside peak season. Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.

What is the minimum age to study at CES?

The minimum age is 18 years.

What accommodation does CES offer?

Accommodation offered: Homestay, single room, half board (from CAD 355 per week); Homestay, single room, full board (from CAD 385 per week); Homestay, single room, no meals (from CAD 275 per week); Residence, single room, no meals (from CAD 600 per week). Fees for 2027 checked on 18 October 2026.

When do courses start at CES in 2027?

Courses start on Mondays: 51 start dates in 2027, from 4 January 2027 to 20 December 2027.

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Source: school website (ces-schools.com), read on 14 November 2026.

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