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Celtic English Academy
Cardiff, Wales

18 Park Grove - CF10 3BN Cardiff - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Internship & Teacher placements
  • Free English clubs such as conversation café, pronunciation workshops, Celtic book club and more.
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Optional language workshops.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.

School ethos: Close to the city centre of Cardiff is Celtic English Academy, a school whose ethos is manifested in how their small class size, a maximum of 10 students, really helps students to learn with a programme more structured to their individual needs, in a safe learning environment.

Location: The location has everything you could need for a stay in this beautiful city, with shops, cafes and restaurants all around. The Blackfriars Fields, for the more active who want to get away from the bustle of city life for a few hours, is a 20-minute walk from the school and it also encircles the Cardiff Castle.

Getting around: The central train station, Caerdydd Canolog Cardiff Central, is 15 minutes by bus from the school and, for those wanting to explore further afield, is well connected to other locations in Wales. For those wanting to tick another country of the list, Bristol is just over 1 hour and 20 minutes from this station.

Course timetable: The courses are available in the mornings, afternoons and as part-time courses from midday. The general English courses, exam preparation classes for Cambridge and IELTS exams, English for work, Ladies only and Global Citizenship programme are run in the mornings. There is an afternoon General English class. English language skills, exam preparation courses for IELTS and Cambridge along with business English lessons are held as a part-time option from midday onwards.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 310 295 620 589 930 884 1,240 1,178 1,550 1,473 1,860 1,767 2,480 2,356 3,100 2,945 3,540 3,363 6,720 6,384 9,540 9,063
Price in US$ 398 795 1,192 1,590 1,987 2,384 3,179 3,973 4,537 8,613 12,227
Starting dates
Every Monday

NOTE: Ladies-only classes are available for this course subject to demand. They may not be available during July, August and Ramadan.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Student reviews about "General English 20" at Celtic English Academy
Mitsuko 5.0
"pre-intermediate"
Claudia 4.0
"Would have liked more grammar and to read aloud."
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 23 24 35 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 385 366 770 732 1,155 1,098 1,540 1,463 2,310 2,195 3,080 2,926 3,850 3,658 8,510 8,085 8,520 8,094 12,425 11,804 12,240 11,628
Price in US$ 494 987 1,481 1,974 2,961 3,948 4,934 10,907 10,919 15,924 15,687
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course aims to improve the student's day-to-day use of English for educational, professional or personal reasons, increase his/her range of grammar and vocabulary as well as the ability to communicate in English. It will also teach the student more about UK culture and the culture of other societies.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Student reviews about "General English 28" at Celtic English Academy
Sarah-Maria 5.0
"I found the course varied and both teachers very pleasant. I was able to learn a lot, even though I only attended the course for 2 weeks. "
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 943 920 1,680 1,638 2,417 2,357 3,155 3,077 3,892 3,795
Price in US$ 1,241 2,210 3,180 4,150 5,120
Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,018 993 1,830 1,785 2,642 2,576 3,455 3,369 4,267 4,161
Price in US$ 1,339 2,407 3,475 4,545 5,613
Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026

The midday option will be in mixed-age classes.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:35 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 4
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 740 703 1,480 1,406
Price in US$ 949 1,897
Starting dates
2026: 11 May 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 05 Oct 2026
  • Spring intake: 11 May.
  • Summer intake: 03 Aug (2 or 4 weeks).
  • Autumn: 05 Oct (2 weeks).
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 4
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 890 846 1,780 1,691
Price in US$ 1,141 2,282
Starting dates
2026: 11 May 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 05 Oct 2026

This midday option will be in mixed age classes.

  • Spring intake: 11 May.
  • Summer intake: 03 Aug (2 or 4 weeks).
  • Autumn: 05 Oct (2 weeks).
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
2, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
30 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 800 760 1,000 950 1,200 1,140 1,400 1,330 1,600 1,520 1,800 1,710 2,000 1,900 2,200 2,090
Price in US$ 1,026 1,282 1,538 1,795 2,051 2,307 2,564 2,820
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,100 1,045 1,375 1,307 1,650 1,568 1,925 1,829 2,200 2,090 2,475 2,352 2,750 2,613 3,025 2,874
Price in US$ 1,410 1,763 2,115 2,467 2,820 3,172 3,525 3,877
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,320 1,254 1,650 1,568 1,980 1,881 2,310 2,195 2,640 2,508 2,970 2,822 3,300 3,135 3,630 3,449
Price in US$ 1,692 2,115 2,538 2,961 3,384 3,807 4,230 4,653
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,620 1,539 2,025 1,924 2,430 2,309 2,835 2,694 3,240 3,078 3,645 3,463 4,050 3,848 4,455 4,233
Price in US$ 2,077 2,596 3,115 3,634 4,153 4,672 5,191 5,710
Starting dates
Every Monday

Improve your English and increase your Cultural awareness with a special focus on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.



The GCC is a certified intercultural learning programme which aims to increase a student's awareness of himself and others. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a Global Competence Certificate.



The course includes General English courses in the morning plus electives and courses for Global Competence & Culture in the afternoon.

Electives that can be taken with this course include:

1) English Language Skills

2) IELTS Exam Preparation (subject to demand)

3) Business English (subject to demand)

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:30 - 15:45
Possible course durations
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 485 461 970 922 1,455 1,383 1,940 1,843 2,910 2,765 3,880 3,686 4,850 4,608 10,920 10,374 15,925 15,129 15,840 15,048 22,000 20,900
Price in US$ 622 1,244 1,865 2,487 3,730 4,973 6,216 13,995 20,409 20,300 28,195
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 255 243 510 485 765 727 1,020 969 1,530 1,454 2,040 1,938 2,550 2,423 6,120 5,814 8,925 8,479 9,180 8,721 12,750 12,113
Price in US$ 327 654 981 1,308 1,961 2,615 3,268 7,844 11,438 11,765 16,340
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 180 171 360 342 540 513 720 684 1,080 1,026 1,440 1,368 1,800 1,710 4,320 4,104 6,300 5,985 6,480 6,156 9,000 8,550
Price in US$ 231 462 693 923 1,385 1,846 2,307 5,537 8,074 8,305 11,535
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 24 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 255 243 510 485 765 727 1,020 969 1,530 1,454 2,040 1,938 2,550 2,423 3,315 3,150 6,120 5,814 9,180 8,721 12,750 12,113
Price in US$ 327 654 981 1,308 1,961 2,615 3,268 4,249 7,844 11,765 16,340
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Business
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 23 24 35 36
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 385 366 770 732 1,155 1,098 1,540 1,463 2,310 2,195 3,080 2,926 3,850 3,658 8,510 8,085 8,520 8,094 12,425 11,804 12,240 11,628
Price in US$ 494 987 1,481 1,974 2,961 3,948 4,934 10,907 10,919 15,924 15,687
Starting dates
Every Monday

General English classes (20 lessons) are conducted in the morning and Business English classes (8 lessons) are conducted in the afternoon.

This course is subject to demand.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 255 243 510 485 765 727 1,020 969 1,530 1,454 2,040 1,938 2,550 2,423 6,120 5,814 8,925 8,479 9,180 8,721 12,750 12,113
Price in US$ 327 654 981 1,308 1,961 2,615 3,268 7,844 11,438 11,765 16,340
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 12:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
250 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 385 366 770 732 1,155 1,098 1,540 1,463 2,310 2,195 3,080 2,926 3,850 3,658 8,520 8,094 12,425 11,804 12,240 11,628 17,000 16,150
Price in US$ 494 987 1,481 1,974 2,961 3,948 4,934 10,919 15,924 15,687 21,787
Starting dates
Every Monday

Students are responsible for booking their exam and checking the dates.

The course includes 20 General English lessons plus 8 FCE exam preparation lessons.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
250 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 255 243 510 485 765 727 1,020 969 1,530 1,454 2,040 1,938 2,550 2,423 6,120 5,814 8,925 8,479 9,180 8,721 12,750 12,113
Price in US$ 327 654 981 1,308 1,961 2,615 3,268 7,844 11,438 11,765 16,340
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 12:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
250 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 385 366 770 732 1,155 1,098 1,540 1,463 2,310 2,195 3,080 2,926 3,850 3,658 8,520 8,094 12,425 11,804 12,240 11,628 17,000 16,150
Price in US$ 494 987 1,481 1,974 2,961 3,948 4,934 10,919 15,924 15,687 21,787
Starting dates
Every Monday

Students are responsible for booking their exam and checking the dates.

The course includes 20 General English lessons plus 8 CAE exam preparation lessons.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
250 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 24 35 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 255 243 510 485 765 727 1,020 969 1,530 1,454 2,040 1,938 2,550 2,423 6,120 5,814 8,925 8,479 9,180 8,721 12,750 12,113
Price in US$ 327 654 981 1,308 1,961 2,615 3,268 7,844 11,438 11,765 16,340
Starting dates
Every Monday

IELTS Preparation Skills plus GEPM20.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 12:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
245 £
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 23 24 36 50
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 385 366 770 732 1,155 1,098 1,540 1,463 2,310 2,195 3,080 2,926 3,850 3,658 8,510 8,085 8,520 8,094 12,240 11,628 17,000 16,150
Price in US$ 494 987 1,481 1,974 2,961 3,948 4,934 10,907 10,919 15,687 21,787
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Weeks 4
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,475 1,402
Price in US$ 1,891
Starting dates
2026: 10 Jan 2026, 18 May 2026, 21 Sep 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
20 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min

Our prices for Celtic English Academy include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free local SIM card
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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Student opinions about Celtic English Academy, Cardiff

4.4
Overall school rating of
Celtic English Academy, Cardiff
51 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 
Facilities
4.0 
Social activities
3.9 
Organisation
4.2 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 
Value for money
4.1 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.1 
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.2 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (6 ratings)
4.8 
Students 18-30 years (19 ratings)
4.5 
Students 31-49 years (12 ratings)
4.2 
Students 50+ years (14 ratings)
4.4 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The school building is not fully universally accessible (due to its age, renovations are limited). However, the staff were incredibly thoughtful and accommodating, allowing me to attend school even while using a wheelchair. (Note: I am able to walk short distances and use the restroom independently.)”
“Although I had read online that there were few Japanese students, three out of the ten people at the orientation were Japanese, and I estimate that 10% to 20% of the entire school population was Japanese. While some people may find it reassuring to have other Japanese students around, I did observe some Japanese students speaking English with each other.”
Insider tip: “Although it may vary by class, you'll find that most of the students are from Saudi Arabia. If you are hoping to talk to people from various countries, I highly recommend actively participating in the school's activities, and proactively starting conversations with others during breaks or in the dormitory”
Quality of teaching / language progress: pre-intermediate
Other comments: Thank you very much for arranging the necessary support so I could attend classes in a wheelchair. The staff took the time to discuss in detail what the school could and could not provide, and how best to ensure I could attend classes happily. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness and accommodation.
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Jun. 2025
Overall rating
4.0
“Simple and uncomplicated enrolment. The teaching staff were committed and you could always ask questions during the lessons. Good location, good lesson timetable. Please bear in mind that 2 weeks is too short to give a meaningful assessment.”
“I chose a bad time. Exams were already taking place after 2 days. This should have been clearly communicated when I enrolled. But we found a solution for me to make up the lessons. The classrooms are small. The equipment could be a bit more modern. The school is very expensive and the lessons are too playful.”
Insider tip: “Was only at the school for 2 weeks.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Would have liked more grammar and to read aloud.
Other comments: Provide an overview of the exam dates in the course programme.
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Jan. 2024
Overall rating
5.0
“Very good teachers who respond individually to the students. The teachers were motivated and it was important to them that there was a good atmosphere in the class.”
“Classrooms a bit small, but otherwise everything was great”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I found the course varied and both teachers very pleasant. I was able to learn a lot, even though I only attended the course for 2 weeks.
Other comments: Very friendly staff! I would recommend the language school to anyone.
Verified  
Course: General English 28 - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Jul. 2023
Overall rating
5.0
“People are very friendly.”
Insider tip: “Tintern Abbey”
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course + Teacher Development - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Aug. 2019
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers”
Other comments: A really good school, very serious
Verified  
Course: General English Basic Course (Afternoon Class) - 8 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018
Overall rating
3.0
“My classmates and some of the teachers”
Other comments: My departure date did not match with date I received from the Academy. I was not informed about the bank holiday when I was booking the course.
Verified  
Course: General English + IELTS Exam Preparation 30 - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Sep. 2018
Overall rating
5.0
“Employee Orga + Training. Rooms.”
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Afternoon Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 1 week
Review date: 17. Aug. 2018
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers were awesome, alongside with the students. It was more of a social activity than learning :D”
Insider tip: “Don´t be afraid and visit some local pubs. Go to McDonald´s at home.”
Other comments: Sadly our accommodation was a disaster. Although the lady kept our rooms clean, the portion of food they gave us for breakfast was very small. In addition, we wanted an accommodation without pets, but this lady had an old cat :/ Also we wanted gluten-free food, but there was wheat flour in the bread we were eating for the BF. We had also blunt rules, but I can understand that.
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Afternoon Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2018
Overall rating
5.0
“The atmosphere”
Other comments: Great, thank you!
Verified  
Course: General English Intensive Course - 36 weeks
Review date: 18. Jul. 2018
Overall rating
5.0
“The helpfulness and friendliness of the teachers”
Insider tip: “How the levels work exactly”
Verified  
Course: General English Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Jun. 2018
Overall rating
5.0
“The approach of teachers and all those who work there”
Insider tip: “Look closely at the period in which you intend to start”
Verified  
Course: English for Work - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. May. 2018
Overall rating
4.0
“Small size class and cooperative learnings. Teachers try to enhance my English ability.”
Insider tip: “Accommodation, most of all is good. But the shared kitchen was dirty. Some students don't understand how to use the kitchen. I always clean up like a house wife.”
Other comments: Teachers and staffs are very friendly. Good atmosphere to study English.
Verified  
Course: General English Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2017
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers and staff are prepared and friendly.”
Other comments: I think that I will return in Celtic.
Verified  
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation (Morning Class) - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2017
Overall rating
4.0
“The professional level of teaching and the small group”
Other comments: Please provide a classroom out of the reception area for students completing the level-test. Please provide better equipment for audio-lessons.
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 6. Jun. 2017
Overall rating
4.0
“The pedagogy, the international side of students”
Other comments: Excellent reception, very helpful and skilled staff
Verified  
Course: General English Basic Course (Afternoon Class) - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Apr. 2017
Overall rating
5.0
“Its cosmopolitan atmosphere. The teachers are very didactic, they were always willing to help.”
Insider tip: “Evening classes are cheaper, but the 28 lessons option breaks the day, from 12:30 to 14 and 14:15 to 17:30, it doesn't leave you enough time to eat.”
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Afternoon Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Sep. 2016
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers'professionalism”
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. Sep. 2016
Overall rating
3.0
“THE TEACHER”
Insider tip: “The school does not provide information so it is better that the student gets informed about the city.”
Other comments: Little support to the student in general terms, few activities that favour interaction with other students or to get to know the city. Between the submission and examinations I consumed much of my time there.
Verified  
Course: English for Work - 1 week
Review date: 4. Sep. 2016
Overall rating
3.0
“They were no guys with my same nationality but only foreigners. So I could apply myself more.”
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 8 weeks
Review date: 17. May. 2016
Overall rating
4.0
“Everything, everyone was very nice and happy to help you! The school looks neat! The teachers were very nice and would like to help you, although I have heard that not every teacher ... so the area is very nice and the school helps you happy to see this.”
Insider tip: “You get a list of sight-seeing tips, they just go away because this list is really a summary of Cardiff. Gower is not there but go in advance, be sure to go there because it is really nice heeeeeeeel there !!!!!!!!”
Other comments: Top school!
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Morning Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. May. 2016
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers. Atmosphere”
Verified  
Course: General English Basic Course (Afternoon Class) - 7 weeks
Review date: 25. Nov. 2015
Overall rating
4.0
“The quality of some teachers, and the efforts of the school's management to find the best courses for everyone.”
Insider tip: “Join the weekend trips!”
Other comments: Professional language school in a nice city
Verified  
Course: General English 20 + CAE Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2015
Overall rating
5.0
“The courses organization and the preparation of teachers.”
Insider tip: “Every Monday they don't start again the courses from the beginning, so when you join the class you resume the program where they had left them. The entire course has a duration of three months, but already I I reworked all topics in only five weeks. There are two residences, identical structured apartment with private kitchen every 4/5 bedrooms and private bathroom. One is behind the school the other one is a littel bit far away, but it allows you to cross the city center doing a pleasant walk.”
Other comments: I highly recommend it to those who plan to spend from 4 weeks onwards.
Verified  
Course: General English + IELTS Exam Preparation 30 - 4 weeks
Review date: 26. Aug. 2014
Overall rating
3.0
“They say that the accommodation is two minutes distance but instead is on the other side of the town”
Insider tip: “The teaching is focused on the presence of many Arabs to whom you pay more attention to the Europeans with the excuse that they have more difficulties in learning”
Other comments: The wifi does not work, there is not even a shared PC.
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Morning Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Aug. 2014
Overall rating
5.0
“The classrooms were small, not suitable to accommodate more than 10 people, there were only 4 of us in the class and this allowed to be followed in a better way by an excellent teacher.”
Insider tip: “The school is beautiful as the city, an experience that is worth making!”
Other comments: Great school, there were some works in some classrooms and this suggests that it is also restored really often.
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2014
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers”
Other comments: It is a shame that while I was there there were no excursions and the activities I did not like so much.
Verified  
Course: General English Basic Course (Afternoon Class) - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Feb. 2014
Overall rating
5.0
“The open-minded, helpful teachers and staff, I felt very comfortable in my class. I also liked a lot that the teaching materials were well structured and coordinated.”
Insider tip: “After school I have visited Cardiff Bay, it is really nice and it is worth to see. Furthermore it is pretty uncomplicated to get there. The city of Cardiff has pleased me very well and it was beautiful every single day.”
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Sep. 2013
Overall rating
5.0
“It was multicultural although most students were Arabs.”
Other comments: The first day is a bit chaotic, because I thought they were weekly courses but they are annual courses. You just join the class and study the weekly topic.
Verified  
Course: General English Standard Course (Morning Class) + Lunch Time (LT) - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Sep. 2013
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers”
Insider tip: “There is no need to buy a bus ticket, it is very nice to walk through the streets to the school, maybe a day ticket is useful.”
Other comments: The organisation was poor... I received my accommodation information the day before. I had to ask for the emergency numbers by whatsapp... and my report wasn't ready the day I left. I was asking for it for two weeks before I got it... I think the poor secretary is really busy with all the enrolments, they should have somebody else to help him.
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 27. Aug. 2013
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2022

Ratings of Celtic English Academy compared to ratings of all schools in Wales

 Celtic English Academy CardiffAverage of all other schools in Wales
Overall school rating4.44.4
Location of the school4.64.4
Facilities4.04.3
Social activities3.93.5
Organisation4.34.0
Quality of teaching4.54.4
Value for money4.14.3
Homestay4.15.0
Shared flat4.15.0

Celtic English Academy

“When you study at Celtic you have a good chance to progress with your English skills because we have a range of classes that are open for different levels from beginner to advanced. We have 21 classrooms and a small class size of maximum 10 students per class. This helps students to succeed!”
Shoko Doherty
– 
Shoko Doherty
Director of Celtic English Academy
Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEnglish UKIALCYoung Learners English UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalSENTIO Global Education Network, INTO
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
48% male / 52% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Celtic English Academy.
Year of school foundation
2004

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Free water dispenser

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 22
    • Number of public PC workstations: 10

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Saudi Arabia 26%
Italy 20%
Spain 20%
Japan 15%
Brazil 12%
Turkey 10%
Korea 5%
France 5%
Switzerland 5%
China 3%
Germany 2%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 6%
18-24 years 39%
25-34 years 31%
35-50 years 12%
>50 years 12%
The average age outside summer is 1 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 300
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 150
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 40
Minimum age of students
16 years
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 3
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 25 years

Information for all courses offered by Celtic English Academy

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
£70
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. Course material costs are approximately £50 per month.
Comments about courses

One-to-One lessons are not available in July or August and bookings must be received at least 4 weeks before the course start date. One-to-one lessons are 60 minutes and can only be booked in conjunction with a group course.

Material fees:

  • 1 to 4 weeks: GBP 50.
  • 5 to 11 weeks: GBP 75.
  • 12 to 23 weeks: GBP 110.
  • 24 to 35 weeks: GBP 130.
  • 36+ weeks: GBP 145.

    Global Up online account and certificate: GBP 125.
    All administration fees are non-refundable. In case of visa refusal, all other fees are refunded on proof of visa refusal apart from the administration fees.

    Although students can start at the beginning of any week (generally Monday, except in the case of public holidays) it is recommended that you begin your course at the start of one of the eight school terms. This can prove essential if you are a beginner.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 105 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026.
In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 04 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
£240 one way
£475 return (both ways)
Cardiff Airport:
£60 one way
£115 return (both ways)
Bristol Airport:
£135 one way
£265 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Cardiff International Airport (CWL).

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

The school organises free activities for students such as: cinema nights, cooking sessions, treasure hunts... etc as well as outings to Roath Park Lake, Bute Park, National Museum Cardiff...

Adults - Paid activities

Treetop Adventure Golf; Boulders Rock Climbing; Cardiff International White Water; Bowling...


Half-day trips: Big Pit Coal Museum (GBP 10.00); Cardiff Castle (GBP 15.00); Aquabus & Cardiff Bay (GBP 10.00), Newport Wetlands Nature Reserve (GBP 10.00).... etc

Full days trips to nearby places of interest in Wales (GBP 26.00): Brecon Beacons Waterfalls & Castell Coch; Ogmore Castle, Merthyr Mawr & the Vale Coastline; Comeston Lakes, Penarth Pier & Dyffryn Gardens; The Gower Peninsula; Tintern Abbey & Forest of Dean; Tenby & the Royal National Lifeboat Institution
and in England (GBP 26- GBP 45): Bath; Bristol; London; The Costwolds; Oxford; Salisbury & Stonehenge.

Junior - Free activities

Super Social Activities

The social programme offers lots of different activities, such as:

-Enjoyable and informative visits to towns and cities such as London or Bath, so that young learners can discover some of the best cities in the UK.
-Trips to local places of interest so that young learners can learn more about the history and culture of Wales.
-A good range of sports activities so that young learners can keep fit and exercise. These include water sports and football.
-Creative and entertaining evening activities so that young learners can have fun and speak English with their new friends. These include discos, quizzes and crafts.

Junior - Paid activities

Treetop Adventure Golf; Boulders Rock Climbing; Cardiff International White Water; Bowling...


Half-day trips: Big Pit Coal Museum (GBP 10.00); Cardiff Castle (GBP 15.00); Aquabus & Cardiff Bay (GBP 10.00), Newport Wetlands Nature Reserve (GBP 10.00).... etc

Full days trips to nearby places of interest in Wales (GBP 26.00): Brecon Beacons Waterfalls & Castell Coch; Ogmore Castle, Merthyr Mawr & the Vale Coastline; Comeston Lakes, Penarth Pier & Dyffryn Gardens; The Gower Peninsula; Tintern Abbey & Forest of Dean; Tenby & the Royal National Lifeboat Institution
and in England (GBP 26- GBP 45): Bath; Bristol; London; The Cotswolds; Oxford; Salisbury & Stonehenge.
activity possibledistance from school
Cooking1 km
Cricket2 km
Dancing2 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf3 km
Horse riding2 km
Ice Hockey3 km
Mountainbiking3 km
Music1 km
Rugby2 km
Sailing3 km
Squash1 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball2 km
Windsurfing3 km
Yoga1 km

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 235 470 705 940 1175 1410 1645 1880 2350 2820 235 50
Price in US$ 318 635 952 1,269 1,586 1,903 2,220 2,537 3,171 3,805 318 68
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
18 minutes walking (average reported by 4 former students).
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Student reviews about Superior Homestay - Single Room - Half Board
Mohammed
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"It was really brilliant and fantastic. I enjoyed all my time there. I didn’t feel like I was away from my family.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 190 380 570 760 950 1140 1330 1520 1900 2280 190 50
Price in US$ 257 513 769 1,026 1,282 1,538 1,795 2,051 2,564 3,076 257 68
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£27 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
33 minutes by public transport (average reported by 7 former students).
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Student reviews about Standard Homestay - Single room - Half Board
Jana
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Angela is a very kind and lovely person, easy-going and helpful, and fun to be with and I really enjoyed the stay at her house. She is definitely the right person to a host.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 2000 2400 200 50
Price in US$ 270 540 810 1,080 1,350 1,619 1,889 2,159 2,699 3,238 270 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
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Price in £
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Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 175 350 525 700 875 1050 1225 1400 1750 2100 175 50
Price in US$ 237 473 709 945 1,181 1,417 1,653 1,889 2,361 2,833 237 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 215 430 645 860 1075 1290 1505 1720 2150 2580 215 50
Price in US$ 291 581 871 1,161 1,451 1,741 2,031 2,321 2,901 3,481 291 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Check-out
Sunday 9:00-19:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£27 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 220 440 660 880 1100 1320 1540 1760 2200 2640 220 50
Price in US$ 297 594 891 1,188 1,484 1,781 2,078 2,375 2,968 3,562 297 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
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Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

A weekly retention fee is payable if the student wishes to keep homestay accommodation while she/he is away. A minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is required and is not available from June to September.

Shared rooms are only available on request if two students book together.

Check-in
Saturday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£31 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 290 580 870 1160 1450 1740 2030 2320 2900 3420 285 50
Price in US$ 392 783 1,174 1,565 1,957 2,348 2,739 3,130 3,913 4,614 385 68
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Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

The West Wing is a large, modern residence located in the heart of Cardiff. It has great communal areas, a private gym, games rooms and even a cinema.

Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £150 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 220 440 660 880 1100 1320 1540 1760 2200 2580 215 50
Price in US$ 297 594 891 1,188 1,484 1,781 2,078 2,375 2,968 3,481 291 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £150 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 235 470 705 940 1175 1410 1645 1880 2350 2760 230 50
Price in US$ 318 635 952 1,269 1,586 1,903 2,220 2,537 3,171 3,724 311 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person


Couples booking two single rooms (Standard or Studio) in advance get a discount of 10% off each room. Terms and conditions apply

Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £150 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 250 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 2500 2940 245 50
Price in US$ 338 675 1,012 1,350 1,687 2,024 2,361 2,699 3,373 3,967 331 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £150 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
30
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ 235 470 705 940 1175 1410 1645 1880 2350 2760 230 50
Price in US$ 318 635 952 1,269 1,586 1,903 2,220 2,537 3,171 3,724 311 68
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in £
Price in US$ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of £150 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 40 £

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Questions and answers about Celtic English Academy

Is there any chance her level of English could get tested before so that she could be enrolled in the most suitable class?
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I am an ESL teacher from the Czech Republic. I have just found your school and the course I am interested in. Everything will be paid for by my school and it is the Erasmus + programme, is this available?
“Yes, payment via Erasmus+ will not be a problem.”
Maria, Business Development Manager from Celtic English Academy, Cardiff - Oct 19, 2022

FAQ about Celtic English Academy, Cardiff

I am a secondary school English teacher and I would like to do a teacher training course in Wales.
“Our partner Celtic Academy offers specific courses for teachers (2025). ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 27, 2025
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Celtic English Academy?
“The accommodation Superior Homestay - Single Room - Half Board is the most popular among all our clients of Celtic English Academy”
Is airport pickup offered by Celtic?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (240 £), Cardiff Airport (60 £), Bristol Airport (135 £)”
Which countries are students of Celtic English Academy from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Celtic English Academy comes from Saudi Arabia with a 26.3% representation, followed by students from Spain (20%) and Italy (20%).”
Celtic English Academy offers courses for which ages?
“Celtic English Academy offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 24 during the summer and 25 the rest of the year.”

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Terms of Celtic English Academy

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Students should arrive at 8:15
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Cardiff Language School Limited | Tax registration ID: 5627292 (registration ID)

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
65 £
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
85 £
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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