English courses in Bray

Bray is a seaside town on the shores of the Irish Sea. Only 35 minutes by train from the centre of Dublin, it offers the calm of the coast and the dynamism of the capital. Throughout the year, it hosts numerous festivals and activities, making it both an attractive city and the perfect place to study.

Key points

  • Beautiful seaside location
  • Only 20 kilometres from Dublin, easily accessible by direct RER train service
  • Genuine mix of nationalities
  • Relaxing study environment

Our partner school is located on the seafront, offering a magnificent view from the classrooms!

Accreditations : ALTO, ACELS, MEI, Quality English, EAQUALS, Select Ireland, Bildungsurlaub.

The school is located in 4 Victorian buildings, and offers you :

  • 17 large, bright classrooms
  • A computer room with internet access
  • WiFi access throughout the school
  • A study centre
  • A library
  • A private garden
  • A cafeteria
  • Access to an e-learning platform (1 month before the start of the course, and up to 3 months after the end)

The school is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

English courses: general information

  • Length of lesson: 60 minutes
  • Number of students per class: maximum 15; average 10-12
  • Timetable: lessons in the morning and language workshops in the afternoon (optional and free)
  • Placement test: on the first day of the course
  • Free access to the school’s e-learning site
  • Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
  • Regular progress assessment
  • Teachers are qualified to teach their mother tongue to foreigners

Standard courses

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20 hours of English per week

With this programme, you will develop the 4 practical skills of written and oral expression, listening comprehension and reading. Grammar and vocabulary are also worked on. The primary aim of this course is to develop your ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Classes are held from Monday to Friday, in the mornings.

Levels offered: elementary A1 to advanced C2

Intensive course

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26 hours of English per week

This is the most intensive formula. In addition to the 20 standard lessons, you have the option of adding 6 lessons per week of classes focusing on speaking and fluency. Lessons are given from Monday to Friday, in the mornings and afternoons.

Levels offered: elementary A1 to advanced C2

Shared room, shared bathroom, half board during the week and full board at weekends

Distance from school: within walking distance, between 15 and 50 minutes

Practical information :

  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • Laundry service available once a week for longer stays

Option at extra cost:

  • Single room (students aged 16 and 17 share a room with a foreign student)
  • Special diets (vegetarian, lactose-free, etc.)

Shared room, self-catering

Distance from school: 750 metres

Features:

Twin and single rooms with shower room in each room. The residence can accommodate 12 students.

A member of school staff lives on site and will welcome you on arrival.

Practical information:

  • Bed linen is provided. Please bring your own towels
  • 1 laundry available in the residential complex (coin-operated machines)
  • 2 fully equipped kitchens
  • 2 lounges with TV/DVD
  • Deposit required on arrival (€100)
  • Cleaning is the responsibility of the students

Option with supplement:

  • Single room

Shared room, self-catering

Distance from school: next to the school

A member of school staff lives on site and will welcome you on arrival.

Features :

  • Shared flats (2 to 3 bedrooms)
  • Neptune: double rooms with private bathroom (up to 6 students)
  • Altona: single and double rooms with shared bathroom (up to 4 students)

Practical info :

  • Fully equipped shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge with TV/DVD
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • A deposit is required on arrival (€100)
  • Cleaning is the responsibility of the students

Optional at extra cost:

  • Single room

Travel

Day of arrival: Saturday or Sunday
Day of departure: Saturday or Sunday

Arrival station or airport :

  • Airport: Dublin International Airport

Transfer available on request (chargeable, see “Dates & Prices” tab).

Note: do not book your ticket until we have confirmed your stay (approximately 4 days after payment of your deposit).

Visa information

Do you need a visa to follow this programme? For more information, please see our Visa Information page.

Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone if you require any further information on this subject.

Dates & Prices 2025

Dates 2025

Starting dates : The majority of courses start on Mondays throughout the year throughout the year, unless otherwise indicated below. If monday is a public holiday, classes start on Tuesday.

Public holidays and holidays: 3/02, 17/03, 21/04, 5/05, 2/06, 4/08, 27/10, 20/12-4/01

Prices 2025

All taxes and registration fees included

WPCS 42.0.3
Course & accommodation (homestay or residence, shared room)
DurationStandard course (20H)Intensive course (26H)
1 week€ 775€ 870
2 weeks€ 1.310€ 1.500
3 weeks€ 1.820€ 2.105
4 weeks€ 2.355€ 2.735
6 weeks€ 3.310€ 3.880
8 weeks€ 4.345€ 5.105
12 weeks€ 6.165€ 7.245
16 weeks€ 7.830€ 9.350
18 weeks€ 8.555€ 10.265
20 weeks€ 9.475€ 11.375
24 weeks€ 11.315€ 13.595
25 weeks€ 11.560€ 13.935
Accommodation upplements - per week
Residence - single room, self catering€ 60
Homestay - single room, half board*€ 50
Homestay - special diet€ 30
Airport transfer - accommodation (compulsory for children under 18)
Dublin International Airport (one way)€ 130
*Students aged 16 and 17 are placed in twin rooms.

The above prices include:

  • The course option chosen
  • Accommodation, depending on the option chosen: homestay, shared room, half-board or residence, shared room, self-catering
  • Teaching materials
  • Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
  • All taxes and school administration costs

Not included:

  • Travel and transfers
  • Local transport
  • Examination fees, if applicable
  • 100 deposit for flats and residences (to be paid on site in cash)

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