Bridge Mills Galway Language CentreGalway, Ireland
- Located in an 18th century mill in the city centre
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Optional language workshops.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre is located in the harbour city of Galway, on the west coast of the Republic of Ireland. The school is located centrally, in a rustic stone building on the banks of the River Corrib. Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre is within walking distance of several eateries, restaurants, and supermarkets. Local attractions such as the Spanish Arch, Eyre Square, and Grattan Beach are no more than a 20-minute walk away. The Galway Railway Station is within 1km of the school's front doors.
Course structure: The school is extensively experienced, having taught English as a foreign language for over 30 years. It offers students anything from General English and Exam Preparation programmes to Advanced Language Materials and Methodology courses. Many programmes are available over various intensities and durations, whilst private lessons may also be taken independently or in conjunction with any other programme.
School facilities: The large size of the school building allows for many facilities and comforts. The school's facilities include a cafeteria, restaurant, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software, a library, a movie room and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accreditations: Quality English accredits Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, in addition to Marketing English in Ireland, EAQUALS and many other accreditors. The school is also an examination centre for the Cambridge Exams and TOEIC Exams.
- The language school Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre was founded in Galway, Ireland in 1987.
- Legal name / parent company: Galway Language Centre
- Tax registration ID: TIN:9675289a
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
English Courses
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Price at School Our price | 290 276 | 580 551 | 870 827 | 1160 1102 | 1450 1378 | 1740 1653 | 2030 1929 | 2320 2204 | 2610 2480 | 2900 2755 | 3480 3306 |
Afternoon lessons usually run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
They use a variety of methodologies and approaches, choosing from a range of techniques that they consider effective and applying them according to the learning context and objectives.
The aim is to facilitate the understanding of the new language being taught.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 16:15
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No matter which level your English skills are currently at, the General English Group Lessons will assign you to a group that closely matches where you are right now in your language journey. There are 20 lessons per week for you to develop your English in, with each of these lasting 45 minutes each.
The course follows the curriculum set out by the textbook that the school uses, and this will be complemented by a range of dynamic activities from the experienced and qualified teachers.
Classes take place from Monday to Friday, between 9:00 and 12:15.
They use a variety of methodologies and approaches, choosing from a range of techniques that they consider effective and applying them according to the learning context and objectives.
The aim is to facilitate the understanding of the new language being taught.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Price at School Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3700 3515 |
This course includes 25 weeks of studying and 8 weeks holiday.
They use a variety of methodologies and approaches, choosing from a range of techniques that they consider effective and applying them according to the learning context and objectives.
The aim is to facilitate the understanding of the new language being taught.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Price at School Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2800 2660 |
This course includes 25 weeks of studying and 8 weeks holiday.
Lessons take place on Monday through until Thursday.
They use a variety of methodologies and approaches, choosing from a range of techniques that they consider effective and applying them according to the learning context and objectives.
The aim is to facilitate the understanding of the new language being taught.
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price at School Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 4200 3990 | 4800 4560 | 5400 5130 | 6000 5700 | 7200 6840 |
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Private lessons must be booked and paid for at least 24 hours in advance. If cancellation occurs after 5pm the day before the lesson the fee is non refundable.
The aim of this course is to allow students to focus on their specific language needs and requirements.
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1395 1326 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is available full time (4 weeks) or part-time (8-11 weeks).
The school offers an internationally recognised TEFL teacher training course, approved and accredited by QQI ( Irish Department of Education). The school is Ireland’s first accredited provider to offer this Level 7 award in TEFL teaching.
This course is open to degree and non-degree holding applicants and a member of staff will answer any questions regarding recognition of the course and your needs.
The course is designed primarily for native English speakers, but it is also open to non-native speakers who hold a C1 English Language Qualification or equivalent.
Successful Graduate Teachers who go on to teach English in Ireland with students under 18 years of age will need to be Garda vetted by their future employer prior to taking up a teaching position. Successful Graduate Teachers wishing to go on to work in ACELS accredited schools must hold a University degree level 7 qualification alongside a recognised TEFL teaching qualification. Those wishing to teach overseas should check the specific country requirements.
The course includes:
- Classroom tuition with experienced, qualified TEFL trainers
- Lesson observations in actual classrooms with bona-fide overseas students and experienced teachers
- Individual tutorials
- Project work
- Access to a TEFL resource library
- Supervised preparation for teaching practice
- 6 hours of assessed teaching practice with students from overseas – topics include- Vocabulary, Grammar, Functions, Reading & Writing, Integrated Skills and Speaking
- 3 written assignments and a Course Diary
- 6 half-hour feedback sessions with an assessor
- Advice in seeking employment in Ireland and abroad
- Full time courses timetabled as a 4-week course, consisting of 140+ hours (min. 100 contact hours). Maximum of 16 students to a group.
- Part time courses timetabled as a 9- or 11-week course, consisting of 140+ hours (min. 100 contact hours). Maximum of 16 students to a group.
- To successfully complete the course all assignments must be passed and 5 out of 7 hours- Teaching Practices must be passed. Candidates must only submit their own work for assessment and certify that this is the case.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 780 741 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Speaking exam dates set 2 weeks in advance of the written papers.
Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE) are given in house at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre.
Morning: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 780 741 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Speaking exam dates to be confirmed 2 weeks before the written papers.
Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE) are given in house at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre.
Morning: 13:00 - 17:00
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 780 741 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Speaking exam dates confirmed 2 weeks in advance of the written papers.
Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE) are given in house at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre.
Morning: 13:00 - 17:00
Information for all courses offered by Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre
Insurance - 8 months: EUR 180
Learner Protection - 8 months: EUR 70
Students requiring a student visa must:
- Have adequate medical insurance to cover their stay in Ireland. The policy must be in English. The school can arrange medical insurance before a student arrives
- Open a bank account in Ireland and have evidence of more than EUR 3000 balance. The school can help students to open an account on arrival (please bring proof of funds from your home bank with you to Ireland).
While there is no policy that students must buy their course book through the school, they must have the correct course books with them when going to class. If not, they will not be allowed to enter the class which will affect their attendance negatively. There is a Student Noticeboard located in the school where students can buy and sell course books.
The current prices do vary by date: those are only valid for bookings made before 31.10.2023. Once the new 2024 prices kick in, they do not vary by date.
01 Jan 2024 - 07 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 16 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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 adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre
“Small school with big ideas - We are here to put te student at the centre of everything. Culture, education, social life!”
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Student support desk
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 15Number of public PC workstations: 4Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Dancing | - | 0.5 km |
Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
Golf | - | 3 km |
Horse riding | - | 15 km |
Music | | 0.5 km |
Swimming | | 2 km |
Tennis | | 3 km |
Yoga | | 0.5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Cinema night
- Book club
Adults - Paid activities
- Aran Islands
- Bowling
- Clifden
- Cliffs of Moher
Accommodation
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Price in € | -- | 470 | 705 | 940 | 1175 | 1410 | 1645 | 1880 | 2350 | 2820 | 235 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
Living with an Irish family provides students with an opportunity to practise their developing English skills, to meet ordinary Irish people and to share their way of life.
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Price in € | -- | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Living with an Irish family provides students with an opportunity to practise their developing English skills, to meet ordinary Irish people and to share their way of life.
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Price in € | -- | 580 | 870 | 1160 | 1450 | 1740 | 2030 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 290 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
Living with an Irish family provides students with an opportunity to practise their developing English skills, to meet ordinary Irish people and to share their way of life.
Availability of En-suite Accommodation is limited, so this type of accommodation should always be booked as far in advance as possible.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | -- | 550 | 825 | 1100 | 1375 | 1650 | 1925 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 275 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Living with an Irish family provides students with an opportunity to practise their developing English skills, to meet ordinary Irish people and to share their way of life.
Availability of En-suite Accommodation is limited, so this type of accommodation should always be booked as far in advance as possible.
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Price in € | 1400 | 2800 | 4200 | 5600 | 7000 | 8400 | 9800 | 11200 | 14000 | 16800 | 1400 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
This kind of accommodation is suitable for those who like more independent living.
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Price in € | 2000 | 4000 | 6000 | 8000 | 1000 | 12000 | 14000 | 16000 | 20000 | 24000 | 2000 | 65 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
This kind of accommodation is suitable for those who like more independent living.
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Student opinions about Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, Galway
Questions and answers about Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre
- Can the Teacher Refresher course start on any Monday?“We don't have a planned open enrolment course but if there was a group, we can organise a course in any week of the year (min. 5 students)”Patrick, Director from Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, Galway - Aug 22, 2023
- I am a complete beginner. Can I start a standard 20-lesson course at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre?“Yes, this is possible. Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre offers courses for all language levels.”Ayelen Horvath, Office Assistant from Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre - Sep 14, 2023
- Is there a shuttle service that takes you from the airport to Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre and back again?“We as Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre don't offer shuttle services, but there is some companies who offer this type of services.”Ayelen Horvath, Office Assistant from Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre - Sep 14, 2023
FAQ about Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre,
- The homestay with a single room and private bathroom description tells me that the distance to the school is 20 minutes by public transport. I wanted to know if this applies to all accommodation with this option or if it refers to the fact that the furthest accommodation you can get is a maximum of 20 minutes by public transport from the school.“Most of the accommodations are about 20-25 minutes away (some on foot others by public transport) from the school.
Obviously during the high season it cannot be guaranteed that all accommodation will be within this distance as availability obviously tends to decrease, but the school always makes every effort to find families within this distance.”Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 10, 2023 - Are the courses suitable for adults?“Yes, this school is suitable for mature students. The average age during the year is 28 years. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 22, 2023
- What is the procedure to enrol for a course ?
“Once you decide on a course simply click on the green button at the top of the school profile that says "Reserve at the lowest price". You will automatically be redirected to our registration form. After submitting the registration form, you will enter a secure page to submit your payment details. These are necessary in order to secure your booking.
Once the registration is completed, one of our agent will personally look after your enrollment keeping you informed regarding the status of it. We have an agreement with our schools by which they confirm placements within 48 hours, i.e. two business days.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 22, 2023 - What is the qualification of the teachers at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre?100% of teachers at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre from?The highest Nationality percentage at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre comes from Switzerland with a 15% representation, followed by students from Spain (15%) and Brazil (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre offers courses for which ages?Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.