Established in 1991, CCEL is one of the leading English language schools in New Zealand. In Christchurch, CCEL is based on the University of Canterbury campus. Students have access to the university facilities and our direct pathway programme means students can transfer to UC programmes via our EAP courses. CCEL has welcomed tens of thousands of students, both individuals and groups, over the past 30 years. Enjoy learning English at CCEL.