Birchwater Education (BWE)
- Birchwater Education is a family-run educational enterprise situated in the heart of Limerick City, Ireland that specialises in summer courses for juniors. It is the only summer school situated in the heart of Limerick with an on-site residency and homestay option available. As Ireland's third biggest city, Limerick offers an excellent alternative to Dublin for language and academic experiences. With close proximity to Ireland's major tourist destinations by road and rail along with flight options directly into Shannon airport.
- The language school Birchwater Education was founded in Limerick, Ireland in 2016.
- Address: Villiers School, North Circular Road, - Limerick, Ireland (see on map)
- Legal name / parent company: Emerald Isle English and Business Training Company Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 587008
- Abbreviated name of school: BWE Limerick
- Covid-19 Status: School re-opening on 31 December 2020
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by Birchwater Education
Covid related measures will be adhered to strictly as per government guidelines.
Accreditations and Quality seals
Institute of Commercial Management, NCC EducationFacilities
Cafeteria
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Auditorium
Garden
Copy machine
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free parking
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
4Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
Average age of students
- in summer: 30 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 5
- Junior courses in summer: 5
Minimum age of students
- 12 years for specific Junior courses
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):
Optional airport transfer
Shannon Airport:100 € return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2020 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2020, 17 Mar. 2020, 13 Apr. 2020, 04 May 2020, 01 Jun. 2020, 03 Aug. 2020, 26 Oct. 2020, 25 Dec. 2020, 26 Dec. 2020.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
English Courses
General Language
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
Less
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 1640 1599 | 2460 2399 | 3280 3198 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | 1915 | 2872 | 3829 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Course price includes accommodation
On campus, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & lunch & dinner
Price includes tuition, activities, excursions, accommodation, registration fee, accommodation placement fee, placement test and materials.
The leisure programme includes:
- 3 afternoon activities (14:00 to 16:00)
- 1 half-day excursion (14:00 to 17:00)
- 2 evening activities (from Monday to Thursday from 19:30 to 21:30)
- 1 full-day excursion (on Saturdays). Price includes
Supervision 24/7
On campus, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & lunch & dinner
Price includes tuition, activities, excursions, accommodation, registration fee, accommodation placement fee, placement test and materials.
The leisure programme includes:
- 3 afternoon activities (14:00 to 16:00)
- 1 half-day excursion (14:00 to 17:00)
- 2 evening activities (from Monday to Thursday from 19:30 to 21:30)
- 1 full-day excursion (on Saturdays). Price includes
Supervision 24/7
Starting dates
2020: 28 Jun. 2020, 05 Jul. 2020, 12 Jul. 2020, 19 Jul. 2020.
2021: 10 Jul. 2021.
2021: 10 Jul. 2021.
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Course Brochure
Birchwater Education Brochure (PDF)
Junior
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 15
764 € per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 1565 1526 | 2350 2292 | 3130 3052 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | 1827 | 2743 | 3653 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
Price includes tuition, activities, excursions, accommodation, registration fee, accommodation placement fee, placement test and materials.
The leisure programme includes:
- 3 afternoon activities (14:00 to 16:00)
- 1 half-day excursion (14:00 to 17:00)
- 2 evening activities (from Monday to Thursday from 19:30 to 21:30)
- 1 full-day excursion (on Saturdays).
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & lunch & dinner
Price includes tuition, activities, excursions, accommodation, registration fee, accommodation placement fee, placement test and materials.
The leisure programme includes:
- 3 afternoon activities (14:00 to 16:00)
- 1 half-day excursion (14:00 to 17:00)
- 2 evening activities (from Monday to Thursday from 19:30 to 21:30)
- 1 full-day excursion (on Saturdays).
Starting dates
2020: 28 Jun. 2020, 05 Jul. 2020, 12 Jul. 2020, 19 Jul. 2020.
2021: 10 Jul. 2021.
2021: 10 Jul. 2021.
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Course Brochure
Birchwater Education Brochure (PDF)
Note: All courses offered by Birchwater Education, Limerick can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Lesson duration: 45 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 35 €. 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.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | | |
| Cooking | | |
| Dancing | | |
| Diving | | |
| Field Hockey | | |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | |
| Horse riding | | |
| Mountainbiking | | |
| Music | | |
| Rugby | | |
| Sailing | | |
| Squash | | |
| Swimming | | |
| Table Tennis | | |
| Tennis | | |
| Volleyball | | |
| Windsurfing | | |
| Yoga | |
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)
Other English schools in Limerick offering English courses:
- What is the best price for a course at Birchwater Education, Limerick?English courses at Birchwater Education start at 764 € for Junior Summer School - Homestay course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Birchwater Education?Yes. The school offers pickup from Shannon Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at Birchwater?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Birchwater varies from 15 students (Junior Summer School - Residential) to 15 students (Junior Summer School - Residential)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Birchwater Education?100% of teachers at Birchwater Education hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Birchwater Education offers courses for which ages?Birchwater Education offers courses from 12 years to 17. Average age is 30 during the summer and 0 for the rest of the year.
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