Cork city rating by our language course clients
14 language schools in Cork from €143 for a 1 week English course
English course types in Cork
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General English courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the English language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.- Learn a Language & Live with Teacher (146) - Offered by Concorde International Home Language Tuition
- Standard English Courses for Adults - Cork (35)
- English & Culture (32) - Offered by Influent
- Afternoon Courses - Cork (10)
- Language Year - Cork (8)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - Cork (6)
- Combi: Group + Private Courses - Cork (4)
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Junior English courses
English lessons for children and teenagers can be booked in school holidays and often come as a package, which includes accommodation, activities and excursions. -
English exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific English exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education.- IELTS Preparation Courses - Cork (15)
- Cambridge First Preparation Courses - Cork (6)
- Other Exams - Cork (6)
- Cambridge Advanced Preparation Courses - Cork (5)
- CELTA (2) - Only offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)
- TOEFL (2) - Offered by Influent
- TOEIC (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- Cambridge Proficiency Certificate (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
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English plus activity courses
English plus activity courses are available in different combinations, so students can select the option most suitable to their timetable to enjoy their chosen hobby.- English & Horse Riding - Cork (10)
- English & Rugby - Cork (8)
- English & Golf - Cork (6)
- English & Tennis (5) - Offered by Influent
- English & Other Sports (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- English & Football - Cork (3)
- Farmstay (2) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
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Business English courses
Learn how to shape your use of the English language in the business world for a competitive edge in tasks such as negotiations, conference calls and presentations.- Business One-to-One (18) - Offered by Concorde International Home Language Tuition
- English for Doctors & Nurses (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- English for Aviation (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- Banking & Finance (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- English for Lawyers (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- Business Group (1) - Only offered by Cork English College
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Private English courses
One-to-one classes in English are available in bundles which can be added to general English courses or as a stand alone course. -
Specialty courses English
Specialty courses are classes outside the normal scope of a English course. Specialty Courses included teacher training courses and school trips. -
Work & Study English programmes
Students who are learning English to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of English classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement.- University Courses - Cork (2)
- English & Work Placement (2) - Only offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)
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Cork ratings & reviews
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
Perfect size to reach everything on foot as the buses are not reliable. However, there are good deals for students u to get cheap bus tickets (leapcard). The city felt very safe and clean.
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.
A beautiful city with very friendly people. It is also very well located for reaching the surrounding area and tourist attractions by public transport.
Very welcoming city, adequate size to move around, possibility to do many activities in the surrounding area.
A great city, with very friendly inhabitants, somewhat expensive but with many opportunities to live frugally.
Highly recommended and very different from the general British way of being.
It is a nice, pleasant city, quiet and very clean and safe.
Peaceful, lively and very nice city.
What language school directors said about Cork
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.
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
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Cork
The teacher, the class, the conception of the course.
16 October 2025
Course: General English 15 (Morning) - 3 weeks
Student age: 65 years
Extremely committed and nice teacher (Angela).
19 August 2025
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning - 1 week
Student age: 57 years
The teachers - I had 2 - were both very competent, different but absolutely professional and made the lessons entertaining.
18 August 2025
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning - 1 week
Student age: 52 years
Already answered in the evaluations, but I would like to mention the teacher assigned to me (John), wo had got a lot of empathy and was very professional. And a very special and affectionate mention for Mayara, from reception, who helped us a lot and in everything she could, making us feel very comfortable and greatly reducing the logical nervousness of our level of English.
16 June 2025
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning - 1 week
Student age: 55 years
There is a very relaxed, pleasant atmosphere in the school. The teachers conduct their lessons in the same way. The teachers were very open and friendly. A lot of value is placed on communication.
9 June 2025
Course: Standard Course 20 - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
Information about Cork
- Lively student city
- Cheaper than Dublin.
- Interesting architecture.
- Easy to make friends with locals.
- Not as many options as a larger city.
- Weather is temperamental.
Key facts about Cork
Weather in Cork
Events in Cork
11 June 2026 - 20 June 2026The 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.
What to do in Cork
Arrival airport
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
Are there any group courses in Cork for 8 year old children?
Are there any courses for adults over 40 in Cork?
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Are there courses for 7 year olds in Cork?
Would you be interested in another location?
We can recommend language camps in Wexford and Kerry.”
I am looking for an English language summer course for my son. He is 14 years old and his level is basic (A1-A2).
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about English courses in Cork
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