English courses in Dublin
Dublin is a lively capital city that has managed to preserve thewarm, traditionally festive atmosphere that is so characteristic of Ireland. Its relatively small size makes it an ideal destination for young people. Dublin is also a major cultural centre, with its many theatres, its literary tradition (James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, etc.) and its music. There’s no shortage of entertainment venues!
Our partner school has 2 buildings in Dublin city centre. The main centre is an impressive, beautifully restored 18th century warehouse, just offO‘Connell Street. The second is very close by and is in a superb Georgian building in Parnell Square. The classrooms are bright, spacious and well-equipped.
Students receive high-quality tuition from experienced, native-speaking teachers. On-site staff are friendly and always on hand to help students.
Accreditations : ACELS – Affiliations: MEI, ALTO, AGPI – Awards: STM Star English Language School Europe 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020 and 2021
Facilities and services common to both schools:
- 26 bright, spacious classrooms
- Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms
- A modern computer room with free WIFI access and webcams
- A library (books and DVDs)
- A study room
- A relaxation room
- Free WiFi access everywhere
- Student café with hot drinks and snacks
- Free language clubs (job clubs, history clubs, guided tours and excursions, conversation corner, student parties, Saturday excursion)
- Afternoon and evening activities 5 days a week
- Organised excursions all year round, to Connemara, the Cliffs of Moher, Wicklow, Kilkenny or Belfast
MEETING HOUSE LANE SCHOOL
Meetinghouse Lane school, the main centre, combines original stone walls and wooden floors with a clean, modern design, decorated with inspired artwork and murals by local artists.
- 18 classrooms
- Loft-style interior design
- Student café
- Student Lounge
- Computer room
PARNELL SQUARE SCHOOL
The building in the Parnell Square centre, a 10-minute walk from Meetinghouse Lane, combines large period rooms with modern furniture and artwork to create a wonderful learning space.
- 8 classrooms
- Beautiful Georgian interior
- A more intimate atmosphere
- Large student café with computer room
English course: general information
- Length of lesson: 60 minutes
- Maximum number of students per class: 15 (average 12)
- Timetable: lessons take place in the morning and/or afternoon
- Placement test: before arrival and on the first day of the course
- Certificate of attendance at the end of your stay
- Weekly assessment of your progress
Course options
Standard course
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15 lessons of General English per week
With this programme, you can choose to take lessons in the morning or afternoon, either from 9.00am to 12.15pm or from 1.30pm to 4.40pm.
You will develop the 4 basic skills of written and oral expression, listening comprehension and reading. The emphasis is on communicating in English.
Levels offered: A1 (no complete beginners) to C2
Duration : 1 to 24 weeks
NOTE
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Complete beginners will have to follow private lessons until they reach A1 level
Semi-intensive course
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20 English lessons per week
In addition to the standard programme, you will take 5 extra optional lessons per week. Classes take place Monday to Friday mornings from 9.00am to 12.15pm or afternoons from 1.30pm to 4.40pm (timetables may be subject to change depending on options chosen).
Students can choose from several modules to complement the standard course (see opposite).
The complementary options take place either from 8.00 to 9.00 or from 12.25 to 13.25
Levels offered: A1 (no complete beginners) to C2
Duration : 1 to 24 weeks
Intensive course
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25 English lessons per week
In addition to the standard programme, you will take 10 extra optional lessons per week. Lessons take place from Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 12.15pm and the additional options from 8.00am to 9.00am and from 12.25pm to 1.25pm (timetables may be subject to change depending on the options chosen).
Students can choose from several modules to complement the standard course: conversation, exam preparation or business English. The choice will be made on site, depending on the student’s level and the number of places available.
Levels offered: A1 (no complete beginners) to C2
Duration : 1 to 24 weeks
OPTIONS to choose from (Semi-intensive and intensive courses)
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– General English (grammar, writing, conversation, pronunciation, exam techniques)
– Cambridge exam preparation (FCE, CAE)
– English for business
– IELTS preparation
The choice of options will be made on site, depending on the student’s level and the number of places available.
The school organises activities in which you are free to participate or not. These activities may be free or at cost, and their frequency varies according to the time of year.
Example of possible activities:
- Guided tour of the city
- Free cultural excursions
- Free language and culture clubs (conversation, Irish culture, music, etc.)
- Visit to the Guinness brewery, Jameson distillery, etc. (approx. €10)
- Irish dance evenings
- Table Quiz
- St. Valentine’s party
- St. Patrick’s party
- Day trip to Wicklow, Kilkenny, Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway, Connemara or the Cliffs of Moher
Single room*, shared bathroom and half board from Monday to Friday (full board at weekends, including a light packed lunch)
Travel time to school: between 30 and 45 minutes by public transport.
Practical information :
- Bed linen provided (remember to bring a towel)
- Laundry facilities (the washing machine is usually available once a week)
- WiFi access (in most cases)
Option with supplement:
- Full board (breakfast, light packed lunch and dinner every day)
*Shared room available for 2 students travelling together
Residences temporarily unavailable until January 2023.
The Broadstone and Parkgate residences are located in a quiet area of the capital about 15 to 20 minutes’ walk from the 2 schools.
Features :
- Single room with double bed, desk, wardrobe, shelving and storage space
- In-room toilet and shower
- Self-catering
- Journey time to school: between 15 and 20 minutes on foot
- Deposit payable on arrival, refundable by the school at the end of your stay if no damage is found
Facilities / Services available :
- Shared kitchen and lounge with television
- Cinema room
- Games area
- Study room
- Gym
- Laundry (chargeable)
- Wi-Fi
- Sheets and blankets provided
- The communal areas are cleaned once a week. You are responsible for cleaning your own bedroom and shower room.
Practical information:
- Due to high demand for residence accommodation, please book in advance and contact us for availability
- It is not possible to book an extra night
Travel
Day of arrival/Day of departure:
Home stay: Saturday/Saturday or Sunday/Sunday
Residence: Sunday/Sunday; check-in from 2pm and check-out: 11am
Arrival station or airport :
- Airport: Dublin International Airport
Transfer available on request (at an additional cost, see “Dates & Prices”).
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 2024
Dates 2024
Starting dates : Courses start every Monday throughout the year. If Monday is a public holiday, classes start on Tuesday.
Public holidays: 01/01, 05/02, 17/03, 29/03, 01/04, 06/05, 03/06, 05/08, 28/10
Christmas holidays: 20/12/24 (last day of classes) to 06/01/25 (day classes resume)
Prices 2024
All taxes and registration fees included
| Courses & Homestay accommodation, single room, half board | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class period | Afternoon | Afternoon | Morning | Morning | Morning |
| Duration | 15 lessons | 20 lessons | 15 lessons | 20 lessons | 25 lessons |
| 1 week | € 645 | € 705 | € 675 | € 760 | € 850 |
| 2 weeks | € 1.090 | € 1.205 | € 1.150 | € 1.320 | € 1.500 |
| 3 weeks | € 1.505 | € 1.680 | € 1.595 | € 1.850 | € 2.120 |
| 4 weeks | € 2.345 | € 2.630 | € 2.030 | € 2.370 | € 2.730 |
| 6 weeks | € 2.720 | € 3.065 | € 2.900 | € 3.410 | € 3.950 |
| 8 weeks | € 3.570 | € 4.030 | € 3.810 | € 4.490 | € 5.210 |
| 12 weeks | € 5.270 | € 5.955 | € 5.630 | € 6.650 | € 7.730 |
| 16 weeks | € 6.850 | € 7.730 | € 7.330 | € 8.610 | € 9.970 |
| 18 weeks | € 7.680 | € 8.670 | € 8.220 | € 9.660 | € 11.190 |
| 20 weeks | € 8.210 | € 9.370 | € 8.910 | € 10.410 | € 12.010 |
| 24 weeks | € 9.810 | € 11.205 | € 10.650 | € 12.450 | € 14.370 |
| Accommodation supplements - per week | |||||
| Homestay, full board | € 30 | ||||
| Homestay, half board (high season 30/06 - 22/09) | € 30 | ||||
| Homestay, full board (high season 30/06 - 22/09) | € 60 | ||||
| In residence, single room, self-catering (low season October to June) | € 110 | ||||
| In residence, single room, self-catering (high season 06/30-09/22) | € 150 | ||||
| Transfers from Dublin Airport (compulsory for under 18s) | |||||
| Go | € 90 | ||||
| Round trip | € 160 | ||||
The above prices include:
- The course chosen
- Homestay accommodation in a single room on a half-board basis
- Language clubs
- Teaching materials
- Certificate of attendance
- All taxes and school administration costs
The above prices do not include
- Return journey to Dublin
- Transfers on arrival and departure (compulsory for under 18s)
- Deposit for the residence (to be paid on site, €200 to €300 depending on residence)
- Examination fees, if applicable
- Visa fees
- Optional insurance
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