Cork English College Cork, Ireland 
Saint Patrick’s Bridge - T23 D863 Cork - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- CEC have been named “Best Language School” at the Education Awards for the last 3 years.
- Top rated social activities4.7
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- E-learning platform.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
- Additional costs of course material of approx. 75 € per course level
Location: The school is located in the centre of Cork City, on the quay of the River Lee. The school is family run and guarantees personal attention to every client.
English Courses
General Language
General English
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€295€281 / week More
General English
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 295 281 | 590 561 | 885 841 | 1,180 1,121 | 1,300 1,235 | 1,560 1,482 | 2,080 1,976 | 2,600 2,470 | 2,760 2,622 | 4,920 4,674 | 7,020 6,669 |
| Price in US$ | 324 | 648 | 972 | 1,296 | 1,428 | 1,714 | 2,285 | 2,856 | 3,032 | 5,404 | 7,711 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Student reviews about "General English" at Cork English College
Marcela
"The 120-minute lesson is very demanding. I would welcome shorter lessons."
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Intensive English
In high demand!26 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€360€342 / week More
Intensive English
In high demand!
26 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€360€342 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1,080 1,026 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,625 1,544 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,540 3,363 | 6,480 6,156 | 9,360 8,892 |
| Price in US$ | 396 | 791 | 1,187 | 1,582 | 1,785 | 2,142 | 2,856 | 3,570 | 3,888 | 7,117 | 10,281 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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50+ Programme20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€520€494 / week More
50+ Programme
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€520€494 / week
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| Weeks | 1 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 520 494 |
| Price in US$ | 572 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 09 Mar 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 10 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 50 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
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Junior
Young Adult Cambridge Exam Preparation (16 to 19 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€995€946 / week More
Young Adult Cambridge Exam Preparation (16 to 19 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€995€946 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,990 1,891 | 3,980 3,781 |
| Price in US$ | 2,186 | 4,372 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 26 Jul 2026
Course specific data
- This course takes place in a different location than main address of the school:
- St Angella's College - St Patrick's Hill, T23 FXY8, Cork
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Age range:
- 16 - 19 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
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Young Adult English (16 to 19 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€995€946 / week More
Young Adult English (16 to 19 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€995€946 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,990 1,891 | 3,980 3,781 |
| Price in US$ | 2,186 | 4,372 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 12 Jul 2026
Course specific data
- This course takes place in a different location than main address of the school:
- St Angella's College - St Patrick's Hill, T23 FXY8, Cork
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Age range:
- 16 - 19 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
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Private
One-to-One English 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€750€713 / week More
One-to-One English 10
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 750 713 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,250 2,138 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,750 3,563 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,250 4,988 | 6,000 5,700 | 6,750 6,413 | 7,500 7,125 | 9,000 8,550 |
| Price in US$ | 824 | 1,648 | 2,472 | 3,295 | 4,119 | 4,943 | 5,767 | 6,590 | 7,414 | 8,238 | 9,885 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
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One-to-One English 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€400€380 / week More
One-to-One English 5
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,800 4,560 |
| Price in US$ | 440 | 879 | 1,318 | 1,758 | 2,197 | 2,636 | 3,076 | 3,515 | 3,954 | 4,394 | 5,272 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 15 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Business English20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€300€285 / week More
Business English
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
| Price in US$ | 330 | 659 | 989 | 1,318 | 1,648 | 1,977 | 2,307 | 2,636 | 2,966 | 3,295 | 3,954 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Accelerated Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from€295€281 / week More
Accelerated Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
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€295€281 / week
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,180 1,121 |
| Price in US$ | 1,296 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 16 Feb 2026, 25 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 04 Aug 2026, 16 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 13 Mar 2026, 20 Jun 2026, 30 Jul 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 11 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 220 €
- Average Cambridge First Certificate exam score of former students of this course
- 99%
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Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from€260€247 / week More
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
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| Weeks | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 2,340 2,223 | 2,600 2,470 |
| Price in US$ | 2,571 | 2,856 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 06 Oct 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:25 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 9, 10 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 13 Mar 2026, 20 Jun 2026, 11 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 220 €
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Accelerated Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from€295€281 / week More
Accelerated Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
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€295€281 / week
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| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,180 1,121 |
| Price in US$ | 1,296 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 16 Feb 2026, 25 May 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 04 Aug 2026, 16 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 14 Mar 2026, 20 Jun 2026, 31 Jul 2026, 28 Aug 2026, 11 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 230 €
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Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Offer!from€260€247 / week More
Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
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€260€247 / week
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| Weeks | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 2,340 2,223 | 2,600 2,470 |
| Price in US$ | 2,571 | 2,856 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 06 Oct 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 9, 10 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 14 Mar 2026, 20 Jun 2026, 11 Dec 2026
- Exam fee
- 230 €
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IELTS Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€295€281 / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€295€281 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 295 281 | 590 561 | 885 841 | 1,180 1,121 | 1,475 1,402 | 1,770 1,682 | 2,065 1,962 | 2,360 2,242 | 2,655 2,523 | 2,950 2,803 | 3,540 3,363 |
| Price in US$ | 324 | 648 | 972 | 1,296 | 1,620 | 1,944 | 2,268 | 2,592 | 2,916 | 3,240 | 3,888 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam fee
- 230 €
Additional information for all courses
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Specialty Courses
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) 20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€520€494 / week More
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€520€494 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 520 494 | 1,040 988 |
| Price in US$ | 572 | 1,143 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 09 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 20 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
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Teacher Refresher Course for Non-Native Teachers20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€520€494 / week More
Teacher Refresher Course for Non-Native Teachers
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€520€494 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 520 494 | 1,040 988 |
| Price in US$ | 572 | 1,143 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 09 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 20 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
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Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) 20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€520€494 / week More
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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€520€494 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 520 494 | 1,040 988 |
| Price in US$ | 572 | 1,143 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 09 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:40 - 13:00
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 20 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Cork English College include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
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Adult class4/16
Bowling5/16
Adult class6/16
Blackrock Castle7/16
City tour8/16
Bantry House9/16
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Junior students exploring Cobh11/16
Adult students outside school entrance12/16
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Students in class 15/16
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Student opinions about Cork English College, Cork
4.4
Overall school rating of
Cork English College, Cork
Cork English College, Cork
5 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Location of the school
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Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (0 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (0 ratings)
Students 50+ years (2 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Marcela
60 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I liked that I met many older students at school and also many interesting teachers.”
“The 120-minute lesson is very demanding. I would welcome shorter lessons.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: The 120-minute lesson is very demanding. I would welcome shorter lessons.
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Course: General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Jul. 2026
Lorenzo
15 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The facilities”
“The food”
Verified
Course: Junior English + Football (Residence) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2025
Marina
Overall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2026
Michael
63 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: General English - 1 week
Review date: 6. May. 2026
Anna
12 yearsOverall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Junior English + STEAM (Residence) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2025
Ratings of Cork English College compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland
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Cork English College
- Accreditations and Quality seals
IATEFL, Irish Department of Education, Select Ireland- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% 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 Cork English College.
- Year of school foundation
- 1978
General school facilities
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Library
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Career guidance service (free)
Job placement guidance service (free)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 30
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to classroom
Additional comment about facilities of school
- Library
- Study room
- Multi-media centre
- Free internet
- Email facilities
- Gymnasium with swimming pool nearby
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Spain | 17% |
| Italy | 15% |
| France | 15% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Saudi Arabia | 4% |
| China | 4% |
| Japan | 4% |
| Korea | 2% |
| Switzerland | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 22% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 7.1428571428571% |
| 18-24 years | 14.285714285714% |
| 25-34 years | 35.714285714286% |
| 35-50 years | 28.571428571429% |
| >50 years | 14.285714285714% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 160Adult courses - Throughout the year: 333Junior courses - In summer: 2Junior courses - Throughout the year: 2
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years11 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6Junior courses In summer: 6Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 27 years
Information for all courses offered by Cork English College
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €75
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €75 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Medical Insurance: EUR 140
PEL Insurance (Non-EU 13-25 week course bookings only): EUR 40
Cork Airport Transfer: EUR 60- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 85 €. 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 - 05 Jan 2026, 03 Feb 2026, 17 Mar 2026, 21 Apr 2026, 05 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 04 Aug 2026, 27 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2027, 03 Feb 2027, 17 Mar 2027, 21 Apr 2027, 05 May 2027, 02 Jun 2027, 04 Aug 2027, 27 Oct 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 26 Dec 2027. - 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
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
- Cork Airport:
- €60 one way
€120 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- City tour, Grammar Clinic, Traditional Irish Music Night, Jobs Club workshops, Irish Culture Workshops, Visit to the Marina Market, Visit to the Cork Public Museum, Visit to Fitzgeralds Park.
Adults - Paid activities
- Excursions
Junior - Free activities
- Not published.
Junior - Paid activities
- Not published.
- Video about leisure activities at Cork English College Cork
Accommodation
Residential Apartment
In high demand!
1 rating Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
from
€255/ week Show more
Residential Apartment
In high demand!
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€255/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 255 | 510 | 765 | 1020 | 1275 | 1530 | 1785 | 2040 | 2550 | 3060 | 255 | 70 |
| Price in US$ | 295 | 590 | 885 | 1,180 | 1,475 | 1,769 | 2,064 | 2,359 | 2,949 | 3,538 | 295 | 81 |
| 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
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- 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 70€.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Optional at 45€
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Dates
- High season dates: 01 Jan 2026 - 23 May 2026, 17 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 40 €
Executive Homestay Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Private bathroom
from
€340/ week Show more
Executive Homestay
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Private bathroom
from
€340/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 340 | 680 | 1020 | 1360 | 1700 | 2040 | 2380 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 340 | 70 |
| Price in US$ | 394 | 787 | 1,180 | 1,573 | 1,966 | 2,359 | 2,752 | 3,145 | 3,931 | 4,717 | 394 | 81 |
| 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
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- 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 70€.
- Price extra night
- €55 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 €
Homestay Standard Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
€280/ week Show more
Homestay Standard
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
€280/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 280 | 560 | 840 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 1960 | 2240 | 2800 | 3360 | 280 | 70 |
| Price in US$ | 324 | 648 | 972 | 1,295 | 1,619 | 1,943 | 2,266 | 2,590 | 3,238 | 3,885 | 324 | 81 |
| 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
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- 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 70€.
- Price extra night
- €50 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 31 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 €
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from Cork English College have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews, read what our students have reported about their stay at Cork English College.
FAQ about Cork English College, Cork
What is the best price for a course at Cork English College, Cork?
“English courses at Cork English College start at 247 € for a Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Cork English College?
“The accommodation Residential Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Cork English College”
Is airport pickup offered by Cork English College?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Cork Airport (60 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Cork English College?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Cork English College varies from 1 (One-to-One English 10) to 15 students (50+ Programme)”
Which countries are students of Cork English College from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Cork English College comes from Spain with a 17% representation, followed by students from France (15%) and Italy (15%).”
Cork English College offers courses for which ages?
“Cork English College offers courses from 15 years to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 27 the rest of the year.”
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Terms of Cork English College
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Cork English College Ltd | Tax registration ID: 9782020A
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
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