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Babel Academy of English
Dublin, Ireland

2nd Floor Astor Hall, 4-8 Eden Quay - D01N5W8 Dublin - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Students get a student discount on some social activities.
  • Newly renovated school building is winner of The Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) 2021 Award in the category Workplace and Fitout.
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
    4.7
  • Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • Optional language workshops.

Location: Babel Academy of English Dublin is located in the unique and historic capital city of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin. The school has a central location in Dublin's historical quarter, close to the banks of the River Liffey. It is easily accessible by public transport and surrounded by many eateries, bars, restaurants, amenities and attractions. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include The Spire, O'Connell Bridge, the Molly Malone Statue, Trinity College Dublin and the Book of Kells, the National Leprechaun Museum of Ireland, Dublin Castle and much more.

Getting around: The school is a 10-minute walk from Pearse Dart (Train) station and has several bus routes within a moment's walk. The central train station of Dublin, Connolly Station, is within a 20-minute walk of the school's front doors. Bike rental services are also available a short 900m walk from the school.

Course selection: Babel Academy of English provides a great selection of courses and offers something suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General English taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides fully immersive junior programmes during the summer months, Work & Study programmes, Business English, Exam Preparation courses (FCE, CAE, IELTS) and programmes of private tuition. Private tuition is available in conjunction with any other course or independently.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 180 360 540 720 900 1,080 1,260 1,440 1,620 1,800 2,160
Price in US$ 202 403 605 806 1,007 1,209 1,410 1,611 1,813 2,014 2,417
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Student reviews about "General English 15 - Morning" at Babel Academy of English
Marie 5.0
"Very good. Full time would be better for more progress."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 316 631 946 1,261 1,576 1,891 2,206 2,521 2,836 3,151 3,781
Price in US$ 354 706 1,059 1,411 1,763 2,116 2,468 2,821 3,173 3,525 4,230
Starting dates
Every Monday

Afternoon lessons take place Monday to Thursday.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Student reviews about "Intensive English" at Babel Academy of English
Anita 5.0
"none"
Bożena 5.0
"A very well chosen for me morning and afternoon course."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 495 990 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 554 1,108
Starting dates
Every Monday

The programme includes registration fee, material fee, Friday afternoon activity fee, and Saturday trip fee.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25
Our price (€) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,450
Price in US$ 4,978
Starting dates
Every Monday

Additional fees:

  • Inscription fee: EUR 80.
  • Exam fee: EUR 140.
  • Books: EUR 85.
  • Learner Protection: EUR 30.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25
Our price (€) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,450
Price in US$ 4,978
Starting dates
Every Monday

Additional fees:

  • Inscription fee: EUR 80.
  • Exam fee: EUR 230.
  • Books: EUR 85.
  • Learner Protection: EUR 30.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25
Our price (€) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,600
Price in US$ 4,028
Starting dates
Every Monday

Additional fees:

  • Inscription fee: EUR 80.
  • Exam fee: EUR 140.
  • Books: EUR 85.
  • Learner Protection: EUR 30.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 25
Our price (€) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,895
Price in US$ 3,239
Starting dates
Every Monday

Additional fees:

  • Inscription fee: EUR 80.
  • Exam fee: EUR 140.
  • Books: EUR 85.
  • Learner Protection: EUR 30.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 221 441 661 881 1,101 1,321 1,541 1,761 1,981 2,201 2,641
Price in US$ 248 494 740 986 1,232 1,478 1,724 1,970 2,216 2,463 2,955
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Student reviews about "Conversation and Fluency - Morning " at Babel Academy of English
Bożena 5.0
"Very useful, improving language fluency in everyday situations."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 151 301 451 601 751 901 1,051 1,201 1,351 1,501 1,801
Price in US$ 169 337 505 673 841 1,008 1,176 1,344 1,512 1,680 2,015
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 240 480 720 960 1,200 1,440 1,680 1,920 2,160 2,400 2,880
Price in US$ 269 537 806 1,074 1,343 1,611 1,880 2,148 2,417 2,685 3,222
Starting dates
Every Monday

The Internship Programme run by Babel Academy gives students the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience across a range of companies and sectors in Ireland.

The internship placement has a one-time cost of EUR 450.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Business
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 221 441 661 881 1,101 1,321 1,541 1,761 1,981 2,201 2,641
Price in US$ 248 494 740 986 1,232 1,478 1,724 1,970 2,216 2,463 2,955
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (€) 221 441 661 881 1,101 1,321 1,541 1,761 1,981 2,201 2,641
Price in US$ 248 494 740 986 1,232 1,478 1,724 1,970 2,216 2,463 2,955
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course is aimed at preparing students to sit the IELTS exams.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 180 360 540 720 900 1,080 1,260 1,440 1,620 1,800 1,980
Price in US$ 202 403 605 806 1,007 1,209 1,410 1,611 1,813 2,014 2,215
Starting dates
Every Monday

Optional add-on: IELTS Module (Monday to Friday, 5 hours a week, 12:00 - 13.30): EUR 36 per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
Exam fee
230 €
Specialty Courses
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 495 990 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 554 1,108

Includes tuition plus a social programme.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 495 990 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 554 1,108
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:30
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Our price (€) 495 990 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 554 1,108
Starting dates
Every Monday

Afternoon lessons take place Monday to Thursday.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
60 min

Our prices for Babel Academy of English include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • 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 junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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Student opinions about Babel Academy of English, Dublin

4.4
Overall school rating of
Babel Academy of English, Dublin
35 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.7 
Facilities
3.8 
Social activities
3.6 
Organisation
4.3 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.2 
Value for money
4.5 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.7 
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.5 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (7 ratings)
4.4 
Students 18-30 years (5 ratings)
4.8 
Students 31-49 years (10 ratings)
3.9 
Students 50+ years (11 ratings)
4.4 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Good teacher, fun and varied and interesting lessons. Very helpful and friendly school staff.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Nov. 2024 by Rosamaria Ricci
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“I liked the location of the school and the various courses they offer. The teachers are competent. The school was able to adapt to our needs.”
“The organisation on the day of arrival was a bit lengthy. And the lack of clarity about the duration of the specialisation courses.”
Details of the review
Course: Conversation and Fluency - Morning  - 1 week
Review date: 18. Aug. 2024 by Maxime Barsamian
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“The teacher.”
“Old facilities.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 31. Jul. 2024 by Ma Del Mar Fontalba Platero
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Very nice staff and very good teachers.”
“Little space for rest between classes.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 30. Jul. 2024 by Eva Villares
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
2.0
“The teacher.”
“Old facilities.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 30. Jul. 2024 by Carmen Andrade Machuca
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The downtown location, the fact that there are more facilities and that everyone is friendly”
“None”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Jul. 2024 by Carlo Segreto
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Great idea with the conversation group! Professional lecturers. High level but not overloaded with material. Good pace of learning for me. Interesting materials to work with.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very useful, improving language fluency in everyday situations.Other comments: Very supportive organisers, friendly reception desk.
Course: Conversation and Fluency - Morning  - 1 week
Review date: 16. May. 2024 by Bożena Narzymska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Very warm welcome. The sympathy and humor of the teacher. The originality of the discussion topics offered.”
“The unwarm and welcoming classroom”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 5. May. 2024 by Ingrid Blasius
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Exchanges with the professor and with other students.”
“Speed in choosing the level group. We should emphasize the reason for the student's presence.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 29. Apr. 2024 by Isabelle Perrin Maset
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Competent teachers, effective learning methods.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 22. Apr. 2024 by Anna Jońca
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teaching methods”
“I liked everything.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 22. Apr. 2024 by Anna Walnik
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Change of teachers”
“Cold, lack of appropriate heating”
Insider tip: “Dress comfortably”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: noneOther comments: none
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 19. Feb. 2024 by Anita Toborek
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“All the teachers I met were highly motivated and organised their lessons in a variety of exciting but always very professional manner. All available media were used. There was a special focus on speaking and every student was involved. All questions were answered comprehensively and any kind of assistance was gladly given.”
“At the Eden Quay site, there is not enough heating for the rooms in winter, so everyone wore jackets, gloves, scarves etc. during lessons. Small fan heaters were set up as an emergency supply, which then paralysed the power supply. At times, it was difficult to spend all lessons sitting in the cold, which also led to many absences due to illness.”
Insider tip: “Explore the surrounding area of Dublin, such as Howth, Wicklow Mountains”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Amy, Anthony, David and Brian are the best teachers!!! Captivating, inspiring lessons.Other comments: I would book here again at any time.
Course: General English 20 - Morning - 10 weeks
Review date: 12. Feb. 2024 by Annett Hücker
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0
“The academy is in a great location, and the staff is very kind.”
“The social programme was practically non-existent. Too many students in classes.”
Details of the review
Course: General English 20 - Afternoon - 3 weeks
Review date: 27. Nov. 2023 by Helena González
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Location is perfect! Not easy to find it but then it’s perfect. Teachers are great and so are classmates.”
“Not easy to find in the beginning.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Perfect number of students. I’d like to speak a little more in class. Other comments: The guy at the help desk, really nice and friendly.
Course: General English 20 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 2. Oct. 2023 by Maria Teresa Castilla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“All the staff and teachers are very friendly.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 26. Sep. 2023 by Erika Kolb
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Fantastic teachers Keith and Eimear who put a lot of energy and ingenuity into teaching using a variety of forms, methods and materials. Warm, friendly contact with students from the whole School team. Authentic, very interesting ways of teaching, unobtrusive didactics creating a good, safe learning atmosphere. Openness and respect for diversity (despite a significant age difference, I did not feel any difference in the approach to me). Very good atmosphere during lessons. Individual approach to the student while taking care to work in pairs, groups. Attentiveness and alertness to the needs of each individual student. Great team of committed, professional people.”
“Too little information on afternoon activities. It would be nice to see information about afternoon and weekend opportunities and meetings in emails or text messages. (Right now they are only on a board in the hall).”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: A very well chosen for me morning and afternoon course.
Course: Intensive English - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2023 by Bożena Narzymska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Everything”
Details of the review
Course: Summer School - Homestay  - 1 week
Review date: 11. Jul. 2023 by Luca Vitone
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very friendly and helpful staff and teachers, good tuition, great location in the centre.”
“Equipment is good, but could be a bit more modern (but that's complaining on a high level).”
Insider tip: “Trip to the Cliffs of Moher”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The extra hours in the afternoon as a conversation course are worth it.
Course: General English 20 - Afternoon - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. May. 2023 by Elias Wilbert
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teaching was good and competently led”
“Long way to school”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 20. Jul. 2022 by Luca Ungureit
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very good school. Unfortunately I did not get into the right level as there are few classes. But sometimes there were 3 or 4 of us and that was really great!
Thanks to Diego”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good. Full time would be better for more progress.
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Sep. 2021 by Marie Boirard
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teaching and secretarial staff, prepared, polite, friendly and helpful”
Details of the review
Course: Executive One-to-One - 1 week
Review date: 28. Nov. 2019 by Enzo Galligioni
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“I liked the very good lessons and the family atmosphere best.”
Insider tip: “Many Dublin museums cost no admission and there are many great cafes.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Best language school ever.
Course: Business English - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 15. Aug. 2018 by Doris Niehoff
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English - 1 week
Review date: 12. Feb. 2024 by Emilia Nowak
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
Details of the review
Course: General English 15 - Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Sep. 2023 by Pietro Emiliano Marzi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: Summer School - Homestay  - 1 week
Review date: 1. Sep. 2023 by Vittoria Giorgia Pelusi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: Summer School - Homestay  - 1 week
Review date: 25. Jul. 2023 by Lukas Nägele
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Overall rating
4.0
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Course: General English 15 - Morning - 8 weeks
Review date: 1. Dec. 2022 by Rubén Montero López
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Overall rating
2.0
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Course: General English 15 - Morning - 1 week
Review date: 30. Nov. 2022 by Ioana Gallet
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Overall rating
5.0
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Course: Intensive English - 10 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2022 by Iker Santana
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Ratings of Babel Academy of English compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 Babel Academy of English DublinAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating4.44.2
Location of the school4.74.6
Facilities3.83.9
Social activities3.63.7
Organisation4.34.3
Quality of teaching4.24.3
Value for money4.53.8
Homestay4.14.0
Shared flat4.14.0

Babel Academy of English

Accreditations and Quality seals
MEI / RELSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalILEP, ILSG Ireland
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Year of school foundation
2017

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Student support desk

  • Library

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 18
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 30%
Germany 21%
Spain 8%
Italy 5%
Japan 4%
France 2%
Chile 2%
Korea 1%
China 1%
Thailand 1%
Turkey 1%
Other nationalities 24%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 1%
18-24 years 40%
25-34 years 35%
35-50 years 20%
>50 years 4%
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 300
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 200
Junior courses - In summer: 200
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 28 years

Information for all courses offered by Babel Academy of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
€50
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €50 per course level.
Comments about courses

Health Insurance 6-12 months: EUR 120.

Materials:

  • 1-11 weeks: EUR 50,
  • 12+ weeks: EUR 85.

    Prepay Social Programme: EUR 90 per week.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 17 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Dublin Airport:
€90 one way
€160 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Dublin city guided walking tour.
- Botanic gardens.
- National Museum of Ireland guided tour.
- Collins Barracks.
- Howth Village and Cliff walk.
- Friday afternoon activities are always free.

Adults - Paid activities

- Liffy River Cruise: EUR 18
- Epic Museum: EUR 16
- Wax Museum: EUR 14.5
- GPO Museum: EUR 15
- Kilkenny city & castle: EUR 30
- Glendalough EUR 30
- Cliffs of Moher and Galway EUR 70

Junior - Free activities

- Dublin city guided walking tour
- Botanic gardens
- National Museum of Ireland guided tour
- Collins Barracks
- Howth Village and Cliff walk

Junior - Paid activities

- Liffy River Cruise: EUR 18
- Epic Museum: EUR 16
- Wax Museum: EUR 14.5
- GPO Museum: EUR 15
- Kilkenny city & castle: EUR 30
- Glendalough EUR 30
- Cliffs of Moher and Galway EUR 70
activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Basketball-
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving-
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)-
Golf-
Horse riding-
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Rugby-
Sailing-
Skiing-
Squash-
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis-
Volleyball-
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 360 720 1080 1440 1800 2160 2520 2880 3600 4320 360 65
Price in US$ 424 848 1,272 1,696 2,120 2,544 2,968 3,392 4,239 5,087 424 77
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 65€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Average distance from school
29 minutes walking (average reported by 5 former students).
Includes
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
60
Dates
High season dates: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 €
Student reviews about Student Residence
Ma Del Mar
Accommodation: 1.0
Location: 2.0
Room: 1.0
"Kitchen very dirty. Cleaned after several requests after three days of stay; dirty sheets not changed despite several requests; I feel cheated.
Carmen
Accommodation: 1.0
Location: 2.0
Room: 1.0
Meals 1.0
"Kitchen very dirty. Cleaned after several requests after three days of stay; dirty sheets not changed despite several requests; I feel cheated.
Eva
Accommodation: 3.0
Location: 3.0
Room: 3.0
"Some kitchens in other apartments were very dirty.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 280 560 840 1120 1400 1680 1960 2240 2800 3360 280 65
Price in US$ 330 660 990 1,319 1,649 1,979 2,308 2,638 3,297 3,957 330 77
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person

Supplements
Special dietary requirements:

  • Vegan, Coeliac: EUR 30 per week
  • Vegetarian, Lactose Intolerant: EUR 20 per week.
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 65€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
80
Student reviews about Homestay
Carlo
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Great accommodation and host family!!!
Bożena
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
"Comfortable single room in a school residence. Comfortable, clean, with space to work, secure. Access to a well-equipped, spacious kitchen. Own wardrobe.
Bożena
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 4.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Very comfortable room with private bathroom. Quiet neighbourhood well connected to the centre. Proximity to beaches and scenic spots. Fully equipped, with comfortable bed, work area and plenty of storage space for your belongings. Bathroom with shower, with basic beauty products. Hosts very open, easy to get in touch with, responsive to requests but also allowing for intimacy and independence.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in € 250 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 2500 3000 250 65
Price in US$ 295 589 884 1,178 1,472 1,767 2,061 2,355 2,944 3,533 295 77
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

Supplements
Special dietary requirements:

  • Vegan, Coeliac: EUR 30 per week
  • Vegetarian, Lactose Intolerant: EUR 20 per week.
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 65€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
80

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from Babel Academy of English have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Babel Academy of English.

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Questions and answers about Babel Academy of English

I would like to enrol in a 15-week General English course. Is that possible?
“Unfortunately, a 15-week course is not available. You can either apply for a short-stay visa (90 days) and attend a course of up to 12 weeks, or enrol in a 25-week course and apply for a Stamp 2 visa.”
Aisling McCann , Student Liaison Officer from Babel Academy of English, Dublin - Jun 12, 2025
I would like to enrol in a 15-week General English course. Is that possible?
“Unfortunately, a 15-week course is not available. You can either apply for a short-stay visa (90 days) and attend a course of up to 12 weeks, or enrol in a 25-week course and apply for a Stamp 2 visa.”
Aisling McCann , Student Liaison Officer from Babel Academy of English, Dublin - Jun 12, 2025
I would like to enrol in a 15-week General English course. Is that possible?
“Unfortunately, a 15-week course is not available. You can either apply for a short-stay visa (90 days) and attend a course of up to 12 weeks, or enrol in a 25-week course and apply for a Stamp 2 visa.”
Aisling McCann , Student Liaison Officer from Babel Academy of English, Dublin - Jun 12, 2025
Do participants of the junior course also have to take the level test online in advance?
“They will have a placement test on their first day, so there is no test before arrival. (adults usually have the online placement test, but not juniors)”
Hiroko Arai, Sales Executive from babel Academy of English - Jun 13, 2023
Can I book the student residence already from Thursday?
“Unfortunately not. The residence accommodation we work with stipulates that all check-ins must occur at the weekends.”
Andrew, from babel Academy of English - May 02, 2023
My son would like to attend the Summer School course. How far is the host family from the Junior Center?
“We have a lot of families around in Dublin 5, Dublin 9, which are not very far from the city centre.
Do they know that our summer school is held in Raheny (About 20 minutes by train from the city centre)? Most of our families are close to summer school.”
Hiroko, Sales Executive from babel Academy of English - Mar 17, 2023
I would like to stay at the student residence until Sunday instead of Saturday. Is it possible to book extra nights there?
“If the capacities allow it, it is no problem to book extra nights in the student residence. ”
Andrew, Booking manager from Dublin - Dec 14, 2022
Could you please give detailed information about the English language course?
“Many of the courses on LanguageCourse.Net have in-depth course descriptions and information below the title of the course in the course section of their school page. Simply click on the name of the course via the course section of our webpage and the drop-down information should appear. Failing that, open a chat with one of our agents and we will get further information to you straight away.”
Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 28, 2022
I would like to book a single room with a private bathroom. I know that the school works with two residences and the one I want is called Host Point Campus, since it is a 20-minute walk from the school. Can you guarantee that I will be able to stay in this residence and not in the other one that is further away?
“We can do our best to accommodate the student in Host Point Campus, but we can’t guarantee that she gets Host Point, as we may only have one residence available at the time of the booking. We can, however, put a note on the booking and, when confirmed, we’ll book her in there, subject to the availability of her requested dates.
Andrew, Marketing & Development from Babel Academy of English - Apr 04, 2022

FAQ about Babel Academy of English, Dublin

Do classes at Babel Academy last one hour?
“At the time of writing (2024), classes at the Babel Academy last 60 minutes. ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 08, 2024
I do not understand whether health insurance is compulsory.
“Health insurance is not compulsory but is strongly recommended for all international students. At the time of writing (2024) Babel offers health insurance packages from 6 to 12 months of coverage for EUR 120. If you are interested in coverage for a shorter period, we will be happy to consult the school for you or recommend a reliable provider we know. ”
Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 22, 2024
We are 3 students travelling together, can we stay in the same host family if we book a course at Babel Academy of English?
“We can't guarantee they will be together but we will do our best to accommodate them. ”
Aisling McCann , Student Liaison Officer from Babel Academy of English - Feb 29, 2024
Is there flexibility in choosing the period in which to start the courses?
“Most courses have flexible starting dates in that you can start on any Monday of the month, but the only ones that have starting dates fixed by the school are the Specialised or Examination Preparation courses.”
Antonio, Area Manager from Babel Academy of English - Jul 25, 2022
Babel Academy of English offers courses for which ages?
“Babel Academy of English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.”

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First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Babel Academy of English (Ireland) Ltd | Tax registration ID: (CRO)517312

Visa Documents

Nationals from Italy do not require a visa for travelling to Ireland and attending a language course.
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Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 €
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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