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Location: Castleforbes College is an English language school located in Dublin. The school is a short walk from the centre of the city.

Travelling within the city: There are bus stations and tram stops around the school for public transportation within Dublin city. For travelling further afield, the Connolly train station is walkable from Castleforbes College.

Courses: The school has a range of general English classes as morning classes or lessons in the afternoon. These are divided into low season and high season availability. There are conversation classes to help improve communication skills. Exam preparation courses for the FCE Cambridge Exam and IELTS take place at Castleforbes College. It is possible to book the TIE exam through the school.

Extras: There is a social activity timetable for students to practise their English after class.

The language school Castleforbes College was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 2012.
Tax registration ID: 518762

English Courses

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General Language

General English is the most popular course at Castleforbes College. Structured to provide the knowledge to deal with everyday situations. It is based around fun and dynamic lessons that will help you become fluent. The methodology is founded on practice, conversation and entertainment.

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: 13:45 - 17:00

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Students per class

Maximum: 10 / Average: 8

Additional information for all courses

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:
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Students per class

Maximum: 15 / Average: 12

Additional information for all courses

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

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 10 / Average: 8

Additional information for all courses

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 - 12:15

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 10 / Average: 8

Additional information for all courses

Course specific data

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 10 / Average: 8

Additional information for all courses

This course combines the General English course (15 hours) with 5 hours of conversation classes in the afternoon.

General English is the most popular course at Castleforbes College. Structured to provide the knowledge to deal with everyday situations. It is based around fun and dynamic lessons that will help you become fluent. The methodology is founded on practice, conversation and entertainment.

If your focus is to learn how to communicate effectively and efficiently, to the point where you can speak like a native, then book yourself into these conversation classes.

Course specific data

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 10 / Average: 8

Additional information for all courses

Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

This course is specifically designed to help students prepare for the Cambridge First exam.

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 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 13:30

Required minimum language level

Upper intermediate (B2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 15 / Average: 12

Additional information for all courses

This course is specifically designed to help students prepare for the IELTS exam.

Course specific data

General course schedule

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

16 years

Students per class

Maximum: 15 / Average: 12

Additional information for all courses

Information for all courses offered by Castleforbes College

Lesson duration

60 minutes

Level test

A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

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.

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Castleforbes College

Accreditations and Quality seals

Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal

ILEP

English teacher qualifications

100% hold a university degree

100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification

First day of course

Students should arrive at 8:50

Offer for returning students

You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Castleforbes College and you book here.

Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

General school facilities

Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine

Lounge
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI

Classroom equipment
- Heating in all classrooms
- Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 11
Facilities for disabled students
- Wheelchair access to classroom
- Accessible Toilet
- Wheelchair access to reception
- Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age

Minimum age of students

16 years

16 years for specific Junior courses

Average age of students

In summer: 21 years

Throughout the year: 25 years

Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Airport transfer

Dublin Airport:

50 € one way
100 € return (both ways)

More information about airports around Dublin and how to get from the airport to Dublin on your own here on our Dublin page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.

Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.

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

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.

Map

1 Belvedere Court, 77 Upper Gardiner Street - D01 HH87 Dublin

Location of Castleforbes College in Dublin

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Dublin

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FAQ about Castleforbes College, Dublin

Is airport pickup offered by Castleforbes College?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Dublin Airport (50 €)
What is the number of students per class at Castleforbes?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Castleforbes varies from 10 students (General English Course Afternoons (15)) to 15 students (General English Course Afternoons (20))
What is the qualification of the teachers at Castleforbes College?
100% of teachers at Castleforbes College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
Castleforbes College offers courses for which ages?
Castleforbes College offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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