English Language Courses in Bray, Ireland

About Bray, Ireland

Study English in Bray

This small town lies just 30 minutes to the south of the center of Dublin in a perfect setting for those who want to study English in a laid back atmosphere. Since the 19th century it's been one of the country's preferred leisure destinations.

Bray holds a wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants and is famous for its walking apths, seaside views and activities like horseback riding and golf.

The English School in Bray

The school is located right in front of the beach. Its home is "Dunluice House," a beautiful Victorian, 1850s home that's completely restored and combines old world elegance with all of today's necessary commodities. The classrooms are bright and spacious and the main rooms face the magnificent Dublin Bay.

The school is fully equipped with the latest academic material, videos and audio aids, free internet access and a small cafeteria.

English Language Courses in Bray, Ireland

General English Course

  • Program: 20 or 26 hours of class per week
  • Course duration: minimum of 2 and up to 52 weeks
  • Starting dates: any Monday of the year
  • Levels: from beginner to advanced
  • Students per class: maximum of 14
  • Minimum age: 17 years old

Cambridge Exam Preparation Course (FCE, CAE, CPE)

  • Program: 20 lessons per week
  • Course duration: 9 or 12 weeks
  • Starting dates: January, March & September

IELTS Preparation Course

  • Lessons: 20 hours of General English + 6 hours IETLS Preparation
  • Duration: 6 weeks

English Course for Elementary and Secondary Teachers

  • Lessons: 50 hours/2 weeks
  • Minimun Age: 18 years old
  • Only for teachers
  • Level: high intermediate
  • Durations: 2 weeks (July 7 to 26, for Elementary Teachers) / October 19 to 30 (Secondary Teachers)

Accommodations

Families

The accommodation includes an individual room with half board from Monday to Friday and full board on weekends. During the summer months there is a supplement for a single room. All the host families are located in the center of Bray, allowing the majority of students to walk to school every day from home.

Residences & Apartments

Both the apartments and residence are located within short walking distance from the school.

The apartments are shared by students from the school and each apartment includes 2 or 3 bedrooms with a shared bathroom, kitchen and living room.

If you say in the residence you can choose between a double or individual room with private bathroom. The residence holds 3 small kitchens at the students' disposal. Sheets and towels are included.

Cultural Activities

When you take an English course in Bray, you'll enjoy a full and varied social program so you can pick and choose the activities that most draw your attention.

From Monday to Friday you can go to the theater, attend discussion groups in typical Irish pubs or see a movie, while on weekends the school plans full-day excursions to the most interesting cities like Dublin, Galway or Limerick.

Highlights

  • Small, relaxing setting just 30 minutes from Dublin
  • Warm, personalized attention from all the families
  • Combine your English course with vacation

Prices & Dates

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