English course in Dublin (Palmerston Park)

Why take English course in Dublin?

Discover one of Europe’s most vibrant cities by taking an English course in Dublin! This lively city is filled with friendly faces, street musicians, and a bustling nightlife. A must-visit is the Guinness Storehouse, where the iconic drink is brewed. Here, you can enjoy a perfect pint while taking in breathtaking views of Dublin. From the rooftop, gaze upon the shimmering River Liffey as it flows through the city’s lively shopping streets and historic church steeples.

Catch a thrilling match of Gaelic football or hurling at Croke Park, or explore the rich literary heritage at the Dublin Writers Museum. Dublin and its surroundings are steeped in history, with the ancient burial mounds of Newgrange just a short trip away. Don’t miss the impressive Trim and Malahide castles, located just north of the city, both of which are well worth a visit. Malahide also boasts beautiful beaches, perfect for relaxing after your English lessons.

About our Dublin (Palmerston Park) school

The school is housed in a charming old Victorian mansion, set within beautifully landscaped gardens in a desirable residential area, overlooking the picturesque Palmerston Park.

It boasts 22 bright and comfortable classrooms, two language laboratories, a well-stocked library, a study room, and student common rooms, all equipped with WiFi access throughout the campus, ensuring a supportive environment for your language learning journey.

Additionally, the school features a spacious restaurant and coffee bar, complete with indoor and covered seating areas in the gardens, providing ample opportunities to practice your English with new classmates.

Location of our school in Dublin (Palmerston Park)

What accommodation is available at Dublin (Palmerston Park)?

Experience the hospitality and friendliness of the Irish for yourself – stay with a local host family! Our school takes great care when selecting and checking host families, helping you to enjoy your English course in Ireland as much as possible. Host family accommodation includes two meals per day, with executive hosts also providing private bathrooms. Living in an English-speaking environment, your language skills will rapidly improve!

Alternatively, you can live with your fellow students on a self-catering basis. Our school’s residence is located in the Stillorgan suburb of Dublin, 30 minutes away from the city centre. The residence has a fully-equipped kitchen, shared bathroom and laundry facilities, two large lounges, free Wi-Fi connection, a study room and a daily cleaning service.

For a slightly higher standard of accommodation and on-site tuition, choose our summer residence, available during July and August. It’s located just outside of the city centre, close to the canal, amongst beautiful landscaped gardens. The shared kitchens are well appointed and there are laundry facilities on-site, as well as a large restaurant. Each apartment has two bedrooms (mostly twin rooms), two bathrooms (one en-suite) and a lounge, complete with satellite TV. Some single rooms are available, but are always in high demand, so book early if you want a single room!

Available activities at Dublin (Palmerston Park)

Make the most of your time in Ireland with our school’s packed activity program! Typical activities include guided tours of Dublin and Dublin Castle, trips to the National Museum and English language film nights. Activities such as these give you the chance to meet your fellow students and practice your English outside of class!

Our school also organises optional excursions for the weekends. Visit the beautiful gardens of Powerscourt; follow in the footsteps of the Pope at the monastery of Clonmacnoise; or taste traditional Irish whiskeys.

If you want go further afield and see the natural splendour of western Ireland, two-day excursions are also on offer. One trip takes in the exciting city of Galway and the fascinating Aran Islands, whilst another focuses on historic Bunratty Castle and the incredible Cliffs of Moher.

Please note that, as with all of our schools, there is usually an additional charge payable directly to the school for the activities.

How to get to our Dublin (Palmerston Park) school

Airlines from all over the world fly to Dublin Airport. If you like, our school can collect you from the airport upon your arrival, taking you directly to your accommodation. However, this service does carry an extra cost.

Student stories on our blog

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