International House Young Learners Centre Cork, Ireland
College Rd, University College - VGV5+95 Cork - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Engaging activities include sports, cultural excursions and activities, evening activities and day trips.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
Location: International House Young Learners Centre Cork is a summer junior language centre located in the unique Irish city of Cork. Housed with the University College Cork, students will become acquainted with the second-largest city in Ireland whilst interacting with their international peers and improving their English skills. The university campus is around a 15-minute walk from Cork city centre.
Arrivals and departures: The school campus is around a 15-minute taxi or a 60-minute journey via public transport from Cork Airport.
Course selection: These junior summer programmes are inclusive of tuition, accommodation (full-board), activities and excursions.
Each programme includes 15 hours of English tuition per week, which can be requested as General English or Exam Preparation for the PET or FCE Cambridge exams.
Social and cultural:These junior programmes are full of regular activities and several excursions.
Afternoon and evening activities may include quiz nights, Irish dancing, sports, guided tours of local universities, movie nights, and more.
Excursions can include trips to Crawford Art Gallery, Blamey Castle and Cork City Centre.
Accommodation: Accommodation within the full summer programmes can be in homestay with local families or in residence. En-suite bathroom options may be available within the residence. Additional costs apply.
School facilities: The school campus provides modern classrooms, a restaurant, sporting facilities and free WIFI.
School chain: International House Dublin offers English lessons to both adults and children in and around Dublin. Established in 1998, these schools have a wealth of experience in providing students with an immersive educational experience. An official CELTA exam centre and all their teachers are CELTA certified. The schools are accredited with EAQUALS, ACELS and the IH World network.
English Courses
General Language
Junior Programme - Homestay (9 to 17 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!16 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Offer!from€1,050€1,024 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Programme - Homestay (9 to 17 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
16 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Offer!from
€1,050€1,024 / week
Includes accommodation
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,050 1,024 | 2,100 2,048 | 3,150 3,072 | 4,200 4,095 |
| Price in US$ | 1,184 | 2,368 | 3,551 | 4,735 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 9 years
- Age range:
- 9 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Junior
Junior Programme - Residential (9 to 17 years old)16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€1,100€1,073 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Programme - Residential (9 to 17 years old)
16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
€1,100€1,073 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,100 1,073 | 2,200 2,145 | 3,300 3,218 | 4,400 4,290 |
| Price in US$ | 1,240 | 2,480 | 3,720 | 4,960 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 9 years
- Age range:
- 9 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Junior Programme - Residential (ensuite) (9 to 17 years old)16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€1,250€1,219 / week Includes accommodationMore
Junior Programme - Residential (ensuite) (9 to 17 years old)
16 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
€1,250€1,219 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,250 1,219 | 2,500 2,438 | 3,750 3,657 | 5,000 4,875 |
| Price in US$ | 1,409 | 2,818 | 4,227 | 5,636 |
See Availability
- Starting dates
- 2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- Apartment - shared / Residence, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 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: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 9 years
- Age range:
- 9 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for International House Young Learners Centre include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
International House Young Learners Centre
- 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 International House Young Learners Centre.
General school facilities
Restaurant
Library
Lounge
Soccer field / football pitch
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Heating in most classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 20
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 35% |
| Spain | 10% |
| France | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | 5% |
| Germany | 4% |
| China | 2% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| Switzerland | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 20% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Average number of students
- Junior courses - In summer: 200
- Minimum age of students
- 9 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 14 years
Information for all courses offered by International House Young Learners Centre
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Unaccompanied Minor service (UM): EUR 100.
Other airport transfer (each way):- Dublin to Cork: EUR 100.
The Dublin to Cork transfer is provided via Aircoach. An IH Dublin representative will accompany juniors on the bus to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
- Dublin to Cork: EUR 100.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026, 03 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 27 Jun 2027, 03 Aug 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - 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:
- €70 one way
€140 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
Social Activities Calendar (Sample)
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Paid activities
- Not offered.
Junior - Free activities
- Engaging activities include sports, cultural excursions, and Project-Focused tasks enhancing communication and 21st-century skills. Digital media workshops for creating e-portfolios, podcasts, blogs, and online newsletters during the Project Focus.
Activities are available Monday to Friday, with two half-day sport sessions in the Mardyke Complex weekly.
Daily evening activities for residential students, and weekly for homestay students. Full-day Saturday excursions, plus a Sunday half-day excursion exclusive to residential students. Junior - Paid activities
- Engaging activities include sports, cultural excursions, and Project-Focused tasks enhancing communication and 21st-century skills. Digital media workshops for creating e-portfolios, podcasts, blogs, and online newsletters during the Project Focus. Activities available Monday to Friday, with two half-day trips weekly. Daily evening activities for residential students, weekly for homestay students. Full-day Saturday excursions, plus a Sunday half-day excursion exclusive to residential students.
FAQ about International House Young Learners Centre, Cork
What is the best price for a course at International House Young Learners Centre, Cork?
“English courses at International House Young Learners Centre start at 1024 € for a Junior Programme - Homestay course with 16 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by International House Young Learners Centre?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Cork Airport (70 €)”
What is the number of students per class at International House Young Learners Centre?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House Young Learners Centre varies from 15 (Junior Programme - Residential ) to 16 students (Junior Programme - Homestay )”
Which countries are students of International House Young Learners Centre from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at International House Young Learners Centre comes from Italy with a 35% representation, followed by students from France (10%) and Korea (10%).”
Terms of International House Young Learners Centre
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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
- 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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