English Language Schools in Dublin, Ireland
First established in 1992 as an English Language School in Dublin, Ireland, the Irish College of English is recognised by the Department of Education as having year round English schools for the teaching of English as a foreign language. We pride ourselves on being small schools where individual needs can be met. We have two branches - the Malahide School and the new Swords School.
We offer a variety of courses including General English and Business English. We have full time morning and part time evening English classes and have specific international exam preparation courses. Our students' excellent results in the Cambridge Exams continually attest to our high teaching standards.
Specialised Courses & Groups:
At our Centres of English Studies, we also have a well established range of language programmes matched with Irish host family accommodation. These can include 
cultural/social activity programmes through English and specialised English language classes. Examples of these programmes are au pair courses, junior summer school courses and also year round classes for groups. Our programmes can be tailored to student group needs, for example we can offer programmes focusing on Irish culture, Irish literature, specific exams, phonetics etc.
Levels:
Classes range from elementary to advanced proficiency levels and all students are tested on arrival and placed in a class which best suits their level of English. On finishing a course, all students receive a certificate of attainment stating the level of English they have achieved.
Focus:
The main focus of all our language school courses is on communication through spoken and written English. Our highly qualified teachers set students clear learning objectives and use the best techniques to provide practice in speaking, writing, listening, reading and grammar for the English language.
Factors at ICE English language schools which help our students excel:
- Students are engaged in communicative activity to develop their ability to speak, listen, read and write in English. There is an emphasis on the use of authentic texts and materials to build students' cultural awareness during their course at the Irish College of English.
- On-going assessment and movement through class levels ensures that students are always learning at a pace best suited to their needs.
- Our dedicated teachers offer excellent student support and supervision and are always available to help students and provide them with extra materials.
- On request we can offer individual lessons tailored to students' specific requirements.
- Students have the use of the library and free hi-speed internet and email access to help develop their English skills base.
Professional English Teachers:
Our teaching staff are all professionally qualified, with a primary degree and a recognised TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) qualification and are experienced native English teachers. Our excellent student feedback attests to the quality of our teaching and the effort our teachers make to ensure that every student is motivated and progressing well in class.
Our teaching ethos is for lessons not only to be educational but also fun and entertaining, hence promoting learning in a relaxed atmosphere.
Modern Language Centers:
Students learning English at the Irish College of English can enjoy excellent facilities of modern language schools and high quality centres of english studies (CES). The language centers are bright and spacious and has been newly refurbished. Our classrooms hold a maximum of 15 students and all students have individual desks.
We have a large student hall, which we regularly use for group activities when classes join together. It is also available as a study area for students.
Modern Facilities:
The schools have a student common area with comfortable chairs, a hot drinks machine and free high speed internet access. This is a good place to meet other students and relax between lessons.
We also have a library where students have access to a variety of English books including graded learners, best sellers and books of Irish interest.
Our teachers also have access to the latest technology in audio/visual training aids for language teaching in the classroom.
The perfect school location:
To read more about the ideal location of our Malahide Language School or Swords Language School please follow the link for information about our beautiful coastal town setting, sightseeing, history and photos from the region.
