EC English Dublin, Ireland
La Touche House, Rathmines - 6 Dublin - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Free afternoon classes - book club, cine club, conversation classes.
- Excellent rating of student apartments4.1
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Older students should consider that the average age of students at the school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
- A 45 minute lesson duration is a bit shorter than normal.
Special Offers
- Offer!General English 20
- Offer!General English 30
- Offer!IELTS Exam Preparation
- Offer!English for Work
- Offer!Academic Semester / Year 20
- Offer!Academic Semester / Year 30
- Offer!General English 20 + One-to-One Lessons
Location: EC English Dublin is located in the vibrant and friendly Irish Capital of Dublin. The school is housed in La Touch House on the banks of the River Lagan and is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, cafés and supermarkets, in addition to many of the city's attractions. With such sites as the Malahide Castle & Gardens, Dublin Castle, The Guinness Storehouse and Phoenix Park all within an hour's travel of the school, students are well-placed to create many memorable moments whilst they reach their language goals. Dublin is a great city for students to further their learning. Home to several schools, universities and colleges, the city is full of a bustling student livelihood, ensuring that a vibrant atmosphere transcends throughout.
Getting around: Dublin International Airport is under an hour's journey from the school, ensuring international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The facilities within EC Dublin are of a very high standard, offering everything a student may need to feel comfortable inside and outside of the classrooms. The school's facilities include a computer lab, a library, a lounge area and free after-class access to language learning software. All classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards, air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection includes tailor-made courses for students in English for Work, Exam Preparation (FCE, CAE, IELTS), English in the City and Academic Semester or year programmes. For all students aged 30+, several courses are available to more senior students exclusively, ensuring that all students find comfort and motivation within their learning environments. Junior Summer Camps are accessible via a range of facilities throughout the city.
What makes the school special: EC English has a number of interesting extras included with the course: Free Access to Microsoft Office for the duration of the course; Orange Carpet Experience; Sunday Welcome Activity; extra language workshops and activities and access to MyEC from booking.
School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition for all levels and age groups for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta and South Africa.
The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany learning, and appropriate facilities for students to reach their language goals.
English Courses
General Language
General English 20
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€380€361 / week More
General English 20
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€380€361 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1,140 1,083 | 1,520 1,444 | 1,900 1,805 | 2,280 2,166 | 2,660 2,527 | 3,040 2,888 | 3,800 3,610 | 4,380 4,161 | 8,395 7,976 |
| Price in US$ | 418 | 835 | 1,253 | 1,670 | 2,087 | 2,505 | 2,922 | 3,339 | 4,174 | 4,811 | 9,221 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 30
In high demand!30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€445€423 / week More
General English 30
In high demand!
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€445€423 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 445 423 | 890 846 | 1,335 1,269 | 1,780 1,691 | 2,225 2,114 | 2,670 2,537 | 3,115 2,960 | 3,560 3,382 | 4,450 4,228 | 5,040 4,788 | 9,660 9,177 |
| Price in US$ | 489 | 978 | 1,467 | 1,955 | 2,444 | 2,933 | 3,422 | 3,910 | 4,888 | 5,536 | 10,610 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 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: 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 20 + One-to-One Lessons22 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€630€599 / week More
General English 20 + One-to-One Lessons
22 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€630€599 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 630 599 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,890 1,796 | 2,520 2,394 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,780 3,591 | 4,410 4,190 | 5,040 4,788 | 6,300 5,985 | 7,380 7,011 | 14,145 13,438 |
| Price in US$ | 692 | 1,384 | 2,076 | 2,768 | 3,460 | 4,152 | 4,844 | 5,536 | 6,920 | 8,106 | 15,536 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for EUR 125 each.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Academic Semester / Year 2020 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€280€266 / week More
Academic Semester / Year 20
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€280€266 / week
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| Weeks | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 6,720 6,384 | 10,080 9,576 | 13,440 12,768 |
| Price in US$ | 7,381 | 11,071 | 14,762 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15 - Possible course durations
- 24, 36, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Academic Semester / Year 3030 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€325€309 / week More
Academic Semester / Year 30
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€325€309 / week
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| Weeks | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 7,800 7,410 | 11,700 11,115 | 15,600 14,820 |
| Price in US$ | 8,567 | 12,851 | 17,134 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
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: 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 24, 36, 48 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Business
English for Work 30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€445€423 / week More
English for Work
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€445€423 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 445 423 | 890 846 | 1,335 1,269 | 1,780 1,691 | 2,225 2,114 | 2,670 2,537 | 3,115 2,960 | 3,560 3,382 | 4,005 3,805 | 4,450 4,228 | 5,040 4,788 |
| Price in US$ | 489 | 978 | 1,467 | 1,955 | 2,444 | 2,933 | 3,422 | 3,910 | 4,399 | 4,888 | 5,536 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 English for work lessons per week. These 10 lessons focus on teaching the student skills for working in an English-speaking environment. This includes negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, giving presentations, and preparing for interviews. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally, there will be 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials and progress reports, and an exit test.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 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: 9:00 - 14:30
Afternoon: 13:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Student reviews about "English for Work " at EC English
Barbara
"It will be useful you finished work, I hope! "
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Exam Preparation20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€380€361 / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
€380€361 / week
More
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| Weeks | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,520 1,444 | 1,900 1,805 | 2,280 2,166 | 2,660 2,527 | 3,040 2,888 | 3,420 3,249 | 3,800 3,610 | 4,380 4,161 |
| Price in US$ | 1,670 | 2,087 | 2,505 | 2,922 | 3,339 | 3,757 | 4,174 | 4,811 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Special Offers:
Welcome back! Promotion for returning students: - Get a discount of EUR/GBP/USD 20 per week if you are a returning student.
Conditions:
- Students must have received an end of course certificate, travelled out of the country and travel back for a new course.
- Student will also benefit from a Registration Fee Waiver if the last course ended a maximum of 12 months before the new course starts. .
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This is a preparation course for the IELTS exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 29 Jun 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:15 - Possible course durations
- 4-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for EC English include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- 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 Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
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Helpful staff7/22
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School building and river Liffey.10/22
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Entrance at EC English15/22
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Vending machine17/22
Lounge18/22
Social activities19/22
Group discussion20/22
Teacher and students in class.21/22
Paying attention in class.22/22
Student opinions about EC English, Dublin
4.3
Overall school rating of
EC English, Dublin
EC English, Dublin
76 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (13 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (43 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (11 ratings)
Students 50+ years (8 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Barbara
29 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“School location, facility, value for money!”
“I don't have much to report, maybe I would have preferred the room to be cleaned at least once during my stay (since it was very long).”
Insider tip: “Have all the information that is given to you before departure”
Quality of teaching / language progress: It will be useful you finished work, I hope!
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Course: English for Work - 1 week
Review date: 22. Sep. 2025
Michael
16 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Dynamic and lively lessons”
“The average age was high, considering I was 16 years old”
Verified
Course: General English 30 - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2023
Letizia
Overall rating
5.0
“Language courses exclusively for adults”
Insider tip: “The weather is unpredictable, so always equip yourself with different types of clothing.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: The adult-only courses allow you to share ideas and opinions with the other students in the class and thus practise the language better. The lessons were therefore much more engaging.
Other comments: Friendly and knowledgeable staff and teachers. Strong point the courses for adults
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Course: General English 30 (30+) - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Jul. 2023
Lorena
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Richard, my teacher”
“Too much people in the room... few opportunities to talk in English”
Quality of teaching / language progress: english for work... was interesting
Other comments: nothing to say
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Course: English for Work (30+) - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Jul. 2022
Nathalie
52 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good work vibe. The school focuses on oral practice. The extracurricular visits with Tom are very nice and help us to progress in English. The staff is friendly, available and helps us in all the steps.”
“Not all teachers are good enough. Some obviously do not prepare anything. We are made to buy an exercise book but in the end we use it little.”
Insider tip: “The school offers tours around Dublin at reduced prices on weekends. Very interesting and good value for money.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I had chosen English in the City but for lack of registrants I was reassigned to intensive. The school did not notify me of the change and I was put on the spot.
Other comments: Very helpful staff
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Course: English in the City (30+) - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Apr. 2022
Jennifer
22 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Kind staff and the class size (max. 15) was suitable.”
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Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Jul. 2019
Ryutaro
13 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Museum visit”
Other comments: fantastic experience thank you!
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Course: Junior Course - Homestay - 1 week
Review date: 17. Jul. 2018
Barbara
48 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers, reception staff, charm of the classroom was just great”
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Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2017
Lena-sophie
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I really found the size of the school and the teachers very good!”
Insider tip: “In any case join the free time activities on Fridays!”
Other comments: Unfortunately, after the move, everything was still a bit chaotic and did not run as on the homepage announced ....
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 5. Jun. 2017
Romane
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The small class group was great”
Other comments: Kenilworth is a great school, it is small and has got really good teachers!
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Course: General English 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 6. Mar. 2017
Eva
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teaching team and the school in general. And teaching method.”
Other comments: Days are very well organised because we have the choice to stay at the school on afternoons or to go out. It's a good way to help students discovering the city. We then split the day : on mornings theoretical knowledge and on afternoons practise.
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Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Aug. 2016
Claudia
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teaching”
Insider tip: “The location of the school”
Other comments: Maximum availability, teaching reliability, excellent accommodation!
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 13. Jul. 2016
Chugunov
45 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teaching staff. Ability to communicate and explain the material.”
Insider tip: “When placed in the host family, be sure to specify the necessaty of the desk. Some of the rooms have nothing but a bed and a closet.”
Other comments: There is no clear time frame to pass the levels (9, 10, or 12 weeks for each level)
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 25 weeks
Review date: 24. May. 2016
Christopher
15 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Pronunciation”
Insider tip: “Pronunciation”
Other comments: Lack of activities for students under 14
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Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2015
Annika
26 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The way of teaching: very dedicated and sympathetic teachers have been - absolutely at eye level - communicated with us significantly, in other words: the foreign language in everyday life, or in communication over interesting topics made relevant, thus creating the possibility of using it to improve your own handling.”
Insider tip: “Dublin's Underground Beat: Open Stage with local and international poets and singers / songwriters, every Wednesday in the International Bar (Temple Bar area), organized by a language teacher”
Other comments: A stay here is absolutely worth it and also enables you to to get in touch very easily with open-minded people from all over the world and then to explore language, city and country together.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 1. Sep. 2015
Enrico
14 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers”
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Course: Junior Course - Homestay - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Jul. 2015
Manuela
31 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The familiar environment, warm and welcoming”
Insider tip: “In summer the teachers go on vacation and the continuous change of professors leads to a discontinuity in the lessons and in the program”
Other comments: In Kenilworth school, I had a very great time. I met fantastic people! Available professors and sociable students . A beautiful and unique experience that I will never forget, just like Mrs. Betty that hosted me. The irish landscapes are unique in the world, where the atmosphere that you find there is not found anywhere else. Irish people are a friendly people and always ready to lend a hand.
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Course: General English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Jan. 2015
Pauline
15 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Very good relations with the teachers; Fun activities and nice group work”
Insider tip: “To take advantage: get quickly integrated to the group, talk to everyone.”
Other comments: The school is located 8 minutes from the accommodations by car. It is far if you plan to walk and it is complicated if you plan to take the bus.
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Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 30. Jul. 2014
Elena
16 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The external structure”
Insider tip: “Orientate yourself well because it could be complicated for the first few times”
Other comments: everyone is very polite
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Course: Junior Course - Homestay - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jul. 2014
Ullin Gaudenz
48 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“A small open school with committed teachers.”
Other comments: A better mixture of nationalities would be favorable.
The students' communication in English during break would also be desirable.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 12 weeks
Review date: 7. Apr. 2014
José Manuel
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good and easy-going teachers, especially Eleonor, Paula, Chiara and David. The house. The methodology. The outings. The peers.”
Insider tip: “Don't be nervous, let the teachers do the work, especially at the beginning, until you get used to the accent. That was the most difficult part for me.”
Other comments: Thanks for everything!
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Course: General English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2013
Yann
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers who were very professional and friendly”
Insider tip: “Take advantage of the numerous activities offered at the school every afternoon (for free)”
Other comments: I stayed 3 months at Kelilworth Institute and I can definitely say that it's probably one of the best english schools in Dublin (I met a lot of people in Dublin who were also taking english lessons in others schools less attractive...)
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 12 weeks
Review date: 9. Jul. 2013
Enrique
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The best thing about the school is the way they treat you. You feel as if you were home because if you have a problem they help you out. I had many questions and doubts regarding how to look for a job and a place to live and they truly guided me through it.”
Insider tip: “Go and see by yourself. You will not be disappointed with this school.”
Other comments: I could say many things but, mainly, as I said before, the warmness and personal approach from the teachers as well as the quality of their teaching.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 12 weeks
Review date: 8. Jul. 2013
Anna
49 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Teachers”
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Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 4. Nov. 2011
Izabela
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The school is small and nice. In my course studied only seven people. The teachers were really friendly, patient, creative and always prepared to lessons.”
Other comments: At Kenilworth you feel like a part of a big family. The school director and teacher Colm Maguire and the Administration Officer Ann Phelan are working really hard to make the lessons and stay as interesting and enjoyable as possible and they do a great job. My daughter attended in the same time as me the course for teenagers in Summer Centre at Terenure College. She improved her English and had a fantastic time during her stay as well.. I recommend Kennilworth to everybody who wants to learn lots of English and have lots of fun. I am sure you won't waste your time and money.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. Oct. 2011
Verónica
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very nice and funny teachers.”
Insider tip: “Bring an adaptor, an umbrella, a raincoat and a dictionary because you will use it in the class.”
Other comments: It is a unique experience that everyone should try.
Verified
Course: Junior Course - Homestay - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2011
Federica
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are fantastic, prepared, friendly and helpful. The friendly and familiar atmosphere it's wonderful! Excellent school!”
Other comments: My host family was just fantastic. I felt really at home! I could not have had a better family. I think it's the best type of accommodation because it allows you to learn more about Irish culture and traditions, but above all to improve your English because you have many more opportunities to practise it.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Sep. 2011
Luciano
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The friendly relationship with teachers and with the director. Small classes allows you a more direct learning.”
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 4 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2011
Birgit
58 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The classes were open and in a relaxed atmosphere, just great!”
Other comments: The housing in the family was very nice and warm, even though my own standards of cleanliness are significantly different at home.
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 30. May. 2011
Sandra
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The way the teachers treat the students”
Verified
Course: General English 20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 13. Oct. 2010
Ratings of EC English compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland
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EC English (EC)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- 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 EC English.
- EC English operated previously under the name
- Kenilworth Language Institute
- Year of school foundation
- 2017
General school facilities
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 4
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 15% |
| Brazil | 12% |
| Korea | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| Spain | 10% |
| Japan | 5% |
| China | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 33% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 5% |
| 18-24 years | 72% |
| 25-34 years | 20% |
| 35-50 years | 3% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 210Throughout the year: 150
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 8Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Information for all courses offered by EC English
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €55
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €7 per week.
- Comments about courses
Students under 18 must book homestay accommodation, a return airport transfer and provide a parental consent form. Minors traveling with parents are exempt from these requirements.
High season fee is not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.
Additional fees:- Student insurance (optional): EUR 14 per week. (Only applicable up to age 75).
- Students attending Academic Semester/Year will pay a special insurance rate of EUR 100 to cover the first 32 weeks.
- Examination deposit: EUR 225 applicable only for non-EEA students on courses of 25 weeks or more.
- Learners Protection Fee: EUR 40 (applicable only for non-EEA students on courses of 12+ weeks).
- Course material:
From 1 to 11 weeks: EUR 7 per week.
From 12 to 23 weeks: EUR 84.
Courses of 24 weeks and more: EUR 105. - Lessons may alternate between morning and afternoon sessions. Guaranteed Morning start supplement:
- From 1 to 11 weeks: EUR 40 per week.
- From 12 to 23 weeks: EUR 35 per week.
- Courses of 24 weeks and more: EUR 30 per week.
- Student insurance (optional): EUR 14 per week. (Only applicable up to age 75).
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 125 €. 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, 02 Feb 2026, 17 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 02 Feb 2027, 17 Mar 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 04 May 2027, 01 Jun 2027, 03 Aug 2027, 26 Oct 2027, 25 Dec 2027.School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated. - 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
- Dublin Airport:
- €120 one way
€240 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Dublin International (DUB).
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Activity Schedule
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Irish cooking night.
- Music night.
- Visits to cultural sites such as museums and art galleries.
- Visits to seaside villages.
- International food nights.
- Bowling.
- Cinema visits.
- Weekly book and cine club.
- Pronunciation and conversation classes led by teachers. Adults - Paid activities
- * Trips outside Dublin
Junior - Free activities
- Sports days
Cultural outings
Discos
Irish dancing
International food night
Excursions to seaside villages
Bowling
Cinema
Quizzes
Treasure hunts and many others
Accommodation
Homestay
In high demand!
31 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
€305/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
31 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€305/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 305 | 610 | 915 | 1220 | 1525 | 1830 | 2135 | 2440 | 3050 | 3660 | 305 | 55 |
| Price in US$ | 353 | 706 | 1,058 | 1,411 | 1,764 | 2,116 | 2,469 | 2,821 | 3,527 | 4,232 | 353 | 64 |
| 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 Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- 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 55€.
- Price extra night
- €50 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 20 minutes by public transport (average reported by 15 former students).
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, 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: 27 Jun 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 40 €
Homestay
31 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€275/ week Show more
Homestay
31 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€275/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 275 | 550 | 825 | 1100 | 1375 | 1650 | 1925 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 275 | 55 |
| Price in US$ | 318 | 636 | 954 | 1,272 | 1,590 | 1,908 | 2,226 | 2,544 | 3,180 | 3,816 | 318 | 64 |
| 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 Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- 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 55€.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 27 Jun 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 40 €
Homestay
31 ratings Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€275/ week Show more
Homestay
31 ratings
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€275/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 275 | 550 | 825 | 1100 | 1375 | 1650 | 1925 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 275 | 55 |
| Price in US$ | 318 | 636 | 954 | 1,272 | 1,590 | 1,908 | 2,226 | 2,544 | 3,180 | 3,816 | 318 | 64 |
| 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 Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- 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 55€.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, 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: 27 Jun 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 40 €
Student reviews about Homestay
Letizia
"Clean and comfortable accommodation, friendly landlady and location with easy access to the school by public transport.
Homestay Under 18
1 rating Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€325/ week Show more
Homestay Under 18
1 rating
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€325/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 325 | 650 | 975 | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2600 | 3250 | 3900 | 325 | 55 |
| Price in US$ | 376 | 752 | 1,128 | 1,503 | 1,879 | 2,255 | 2,631 | 3,006 | 3,758 | 4,509 | 376 | 64 |
| 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 Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- 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 55€.
- Price extra night
- €55 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 17
- Dates
- High season dates: 27 Jun 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 40 €
Student reviews about Homestay Under 18
Michael
"The hostess was always friendly and helpful.
The only downside was the distance to the centre. The time taken to reach the school was 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Orla Carman’s Hall
1 rating Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€450/ week Show more
Orla Carman’s Hall
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€450/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 450 | 900 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | 450 | 55 |
| Price in US$ | 521 | 1,041 | 1,561 | 2,081 | 2,602 | 3,122 | 3,642 | 4,162 | 5,203 | 6,243 | 521 | 64 |
| 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 Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There are 5 washing machines /driers at a cost of EUR 4.20 per wash and EUR 2.60 per dry.
- 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.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €100 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 55€.
- Price extra night
- €70 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 25 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, 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: 27 Jun 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 €
Questions and answers about EC English
Can morning classes be guaranteed on the ‘English for Work’ course?
“Yes, this is possible. The morning guaranteed start supplement would be added. Please get in touch regarding the price.”
Suzanne, Adminstration from EC Dublin - May 20, 2025
I need 25-30 hours of intensive advanced English. Can you help?
“EC English, Dublin has several courses that teach between 20-30 hours of tuition per week. These courses include General English, English in the City, Academic English and English for Work.”
Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 28, 2022
FAQ about EC English, Dublin
I would like information about the course offered by EC Dublin 30+ General English 30 hours per week.
“The course runs from Monday to Friday with six daily 45-minute lessons in the morning or afternoon depending on the starting language level. (2024)”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 23, 2024
Do you have accommodation that includes a private bathroom?
“Currently (2024), there are two accommodation options that include a private bathroom: the Kavanagh Court studios and the Heyday Carman's Hall accommodation. Contact us for more information.”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 29, 2024
Is airport pickup offered by EC English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Dublin Airport (120 €)”
Which countries are students of EC English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Italy with a 15% representation, followed by students from Brazil (12%) and France (10%).”
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Leisure programme for adults (sample):
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Terms of EC English
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Kenilworth Language Institute Ltd | Tax registration ID: 8247163D
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
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 75 €
- 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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EC English in Dublin attracts students from all over the world for their General English courses, thanks to their team of experienced and professional tutors who deliver carefully planned lessons for all levels, from beginners to advanced students.
Each of the four main language skills (Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading) are given equal importance, and will all be worked on evenly.
Since your weekly classes only add up to 15 hours in total, you will have more than enough time for exploring Dublin’s nightlife, entertainment, and general friendly atmosphere from the Irish locals.