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Cork

Best English schools in Cork by category - student age group, leisure/fun

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Students < 18 years
ACET - Active Centre of English Training
Students < 18 years
4.3

Rating: 4.3

(22)
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Students 18-30 years
Cork English Academy
Students 18-30 years
4.8

Rating: 4.8

(4)
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Students 31-49 years
Cork English World
Students 31-49 years
4.3

Rating: 4.3

(15)
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Students 50+ years
Cork English World
Students 50+ years
4.5

Rating: 4.5

(10)
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Students all ages
Cork English Academy
Students all ages
4.6

Rating: 4.6

(10)
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Quality of teaching
Cork English Academy
Quality of teaching
4.2

Rating: 4.2

(9)
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leisure/fun
Cork English Academy
leisure/fun
4.4

Rating: 4.4

(10)
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Value for money
Cork English Academy
Value for money
4.7

Rating: 4.7

(9)
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Location of school
ACET - Active Centre of English Training
Location of school
4.6

Rating: 4.6

(39)

11 language schools in Cork from 143€ for a 1 week English course

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Cork English World, Cork
Cork English World, Cork
Cork English Academy, Cork
Cork English Academy, Cork
ACET - Active Centre of English Training, Cork
ACET - Active Centre of English Training, Cork
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Cork
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Cork
Influent, Cork
Influent, Cork
EazyCity, Cork
EazyCity, Cork
Apollo Junior Centre, Cork
Apollo Junior Centre, Cork
Cork English College, Cork
Cork English College, Cork
Griffith Institute of Language, Cork
Griffith Institute of Language, Cork
International House Young Learners Centre, Cork
International House Young Learners Centre, Cork
InTuition, Cork
InTuition, Cork
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Cork ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Cork

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Cork
250 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Cork
Nightlife
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Geographic setting
4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Public transport
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Climate
3.2

Rating: 3.2/5.0

Cleanliness
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Affordability
3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Shopping
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Safety
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

What our students said about Cork

I would recommend it, it is worth a visit, a lot of interesting places to see, people are very friendly, helpful. Public transport is excellent, great bus connections, the buses are sometimes late, but this also has its charm. Safe

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Sylwia Poland

I recommend it to those who want a safe place with English as the official language, a few Japanese, and a little bit of the countryside but still want to keep prices low.

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Rei Japan

It is a nice, pleasant city, quiet and very clean and safe.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Esther Spain

Peaceful, lively and very nice city.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Caroline France

What language school directors said about Cork

Joelle Coade

Cork was in the Lonely Planet Best in Travel top10cities to visit.It is a beautiful city with unique architecture.It benefits from an excellent programme of entertainment and is the gourmet capital of Ireland.

Joelle CoadeDirector of ACET - Active Centre of English Training, lives in Cork since 1979
Catherine O' Connor

Our students decide on Cork as a destination as they wanted to live somewhere different and get away from the norm of studying in bigger cities

Catherine O' ConnorDirector of Cork English Academy, lives in Cork since 1990

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Cork

Cork English World

The school is close to the city center and within walking distance of student apartments.

30 July 2024
Course: GE 30 - Intensive English - 1 week
Student age: 57 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 46 reviews
Cork English World

Convenient class times, good teaching staff

5 June 2024
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning - 1 week
Student age: 57 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 46 reviews
Cork English Academy

Superb school, well organized courses and activities. Incredible team, the courses are well done, you learn a lot, you participate a lot orally in the courses, which makes you evolve very quickly and you get to know others and form bonds, which are very important when you're far from your family. I loved school.

6 November 2023
Course: General English 15 (Morning) - 3 weeks
Student age: 18 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 10 reviews
Cork English Academy

Speaking is encouraged.
Very friendly treatment.

7 August 2023
Course: General English 15 (Morning) - 3 weeks
Student age: 21 years

4.6

Rating: 4.6

| 10 reviews
María Del MarCork English Academy
ACET - Active Centre of English Training

Welcoming and very professional team.

8 November 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 45 years

4.1

Rating: 4.1

| 191 reviews

Information about Cork

Why Cork? With a population of 140,000 inhabitants, Cork is Ireland's second largest city. It is situated in the extreme South of Ireland and impresses with its rich archaeological, cultural and literary heritage. You will see Victorian houses, antique shops and ornate churches. Besides this, the town is known for its numerous bridges and winding, steep, cobbled streets.
What we like about Cork
  • Lively student city
  • Cheaper than Dublin.
  • Interesting architecture.
  • Easy to make friends with locals.
What we dislike about Cork
  • Not as many options as a larger city.
  • Weather is temperamental.
Population: M  191,000
Time zone: +10h. (GMT +0)
Region: Munster, County Cork
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.1053 USD)
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term english courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 04 Jun. 2024 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Ireland in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Ireland on the official website - Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 400 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 296 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 82* (18% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 61* (39% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:67* (33% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Ireland average): 4.33 €
    (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type G
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
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Best time to take a language course in Cork
January
Cask Ales and Strange Brew Festival
Cask Ales and Strange Brew Festival

January 2025Featuring a range of special brews using curious and interesting ingredients, the festival will showcase the growing experimentation of Irish brewers and their ability to challenge the norms of brewing.

March
Cork Sound Fair
Cork Sound Fair

March 2025Showcasing experimental sound through installations and live performances in unlikely venues in Cork including St. Peter’s Church and Cork City Gaol.

Cork St. Patrick's Festival
Cork St. Patrick's Festival

March 2025Join us as the city comes alive with colour, music and pageantry for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade. On this festival weekend, take a guided tour, listen to some traditional music, see an exhibition or take in a show.

Cork Whiskey Festival
Cork Whiskey Festival

March 2025The festival is bringing together Ireland’s whiskey producers and Cork’s best bars and restaurants to show you what’s available in the city. Throughout the weekend you can experience tastings, talks, tours and more in participating venues including Sober Lane, Electric, The Oliver Plunkett, Deep South, An Brog, The Cornstore, Cavanaghs, Goldbergs, Soho, The Raven, The Woodford, The Shelbourne Bar and Kudos Bar @ The Clarion.

April
Lifelong Learning Festival
Lifelong Learning Festival

April 2025Cork’s Lifelong Learning Festival promotes and celebrates learning of all kinds, across all ages, interests and abilities. During the festival all events are free and accessible to everyone.Some of the more popular free workshops: Photography, Grow your own Vegetables, Learn Composting, Animation, Bowls, Knitting, Animal Rearing, Yoga, Choir Rehearsal, Acting, Creative Writing, Rowing, Drumming, Tai Chi, Arts

May
International Choral Festival
International Choral Festival

May 2025The Cork International Choral Festival is an annual meeting for choirs from Ireland, the UK and Europe but also has many international participants. Thousands of singers come together every year to participate in the galas, concerts, and competition of this marvellous event.

Cork Cycling Festival
Cork Cycling Festival

May 2025Whether your wheels were made for racing, touring, tricking or simply to get from A to B, this festival has plenty to offer. From themed city cycles, tourist countryside tours and bicycle parades, to DIY workshops, fashion events and a bike beauty pageant – Cork Cycling Festival has it all. All events are free and don’t worry if you don’t have a bicycle, you can rent one.

June
Shandon Street Festival
Shandon Street Festival

June 2025The Shandon Street Festival is an annual event held in the Summer months, in the lively neighbourhood of Shandon in Cork, Ireland. It showcases a mix of local culture, music, art and food. Attendees can look forward to a diverse range of performing artists while enjoying the unique cuisine on offer. It's a celebration that aims to bring the community together, while highlighting the rich heritage of creative spirit of Shandon.

Cork Spring Poetry Festival
Cork Spring Poetry Festival

June 2025The Cork Spring Poetry Festival is an annual celebration of literary arts held in Cork, Ireland. Renowned poets from around the world gather to showcase their works, engaging audiences with captivating readings and discussions.

Cork MidSummer Festival
Cork MidSummer Festival

June 2025The Cork MidSummer Festival is an annual event where artists from all kinds of disciplines stage shows for the whole family.

July
Mother Jones Festival
Mother Jones Festival

July 2025Although famous in other parts of the world, especially in the United States of America where she was once labelled “the most dangerous woman in America”, Cork born Mary Jones (née Harris) – or Mother Jones as she is perhaps more widely known – was virtually unknown and certainly not recognised as yet in her native city. She was a constant thorn in the side of the establishment. The festival brings song, dance and storytelling to Cork city.

Cork Pride Festival
Cork Pride Festival

July 2025 - August 2025Cork Pride festival’s Mission is to celebrate the diverse culture of cork’s gays, lesbians, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community , by providing the Cork community with various activities and functions to promote and engage in educational, civic and cultural activities in order to enrich the lives of LGBT people and the community as a whole, and to work together to achieve common goal.

August
Indiependence Music Festival
Indiependence Music Festival

August 2025An award winning festival “weekender” which takes place on the outskirts of Mitchelstown in northern County Cork each year on the August Bank Holiday weekend.

September
Sounds from a Safe Harbour Music Festival
Sounds from a Safe Harbour Music Festival

September 2025A festival roduced by Cork Opera House. Sounds from a Safe Harbour is a festival of music, art and conversation that brings a huge international creative cast to Cork for big sell out bands and intimate secret gigs in undisclosed occasions alike

Cork Culture Night
Cork Culture Night

September 2025For one very special Friday night in September,Culture-junkies can look forward to incredible art, exhibitions, drama and music when this year’s Culture Night comes to town. In addition to the musical offerings, locals and visitors will also have the chance to explore a record number of cultural venues and otherwise private facilities, enjoying a feast of cultural displays and activities, and all for free.Running from early evening until very late, there is something for everyone, young and old alike. Theatres, galleries, observatories, public laboratories, film and artists’ studios, Churches and music venues are opening their doors and putting on a range of special events, all for you and all for free!

Cork Folk Festival
Cork Folk Festival

September 2025 - October 2025The Cork Folk Festival is one of Ireland’s finest musical events and each autumn thousands of world class musicians and followers of good music throng to the city. Performances take place in concert halls, music venues, in 30 pubs and at the open- air Ceile Mor on the Grand Parade. At the festival you will find the very best of Irish traditional musicians from Cork, Sliabh Luachre and from all over Ireland playing in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

October
Cork Jazz Festival
Cork Jazz Festival

October 2025Sponsored by Guinness, the Cork Jazz Festival has been running every year since 1978. As Ireland's premier jazz festival, it attracts musicians from around the world.

November
Cork Film Festival
Cork Film Festival

November 2025The programme is wide-ranging, an eclectic mix of big budget pictures, world cinema, innovative independent films, documentaries and short films from all over the globe. The festival is a major showcase for Irish film production.

December
A Cork Christmas Celebration
A Cork Christmas Celebration

December 2025A Cork Christmas Celebration sees Bishop Lucey Park being magically transformed into a beautiful illuminated park and The Grand Parade will also be transformed into a wonderful haven of Irish and International craft and food stalls, something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas!

Ballincollig
Ballincollig
Rochestown
Rochestown
Carrigaline
Carrigaline
Cork (ORK) - 6 km. from Cork city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes, 30 minutes.

Main stops: Cork Airport, Cork Airport B´ness Park, Farmers Cross, Cork Airport Road, Eglinton Street + Eglinton Street, Cork City -Cork Merchants Quay

Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Cork

Q&A - Questions about English courses and schools in Cork

  • At the moment out partner schools do not offer courses for children this young. The minimum required age is 11.
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - May 09, 2024
  • At the moment, our partner schools in Cork do not offer courses specifically for students over 40, adult students of all ages are accepted.
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 24, 2024
  • The minium age for junior courses in Cork is 10.
    Would you be interested in another location?
    We can recommend language camps in Wexford and Kerry.
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2023
  • Fantastic! We have several schools that offer immersive summer programmes for juniors in Cork. You will find the junior course option, "Children & Teenager English Camps", the best-suited option to your needs. Simply enter the requested duration of the course and the start date on the Cork schools page and the best options shall be outlined for you.
    Fraser Provan, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 19, 2022

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