Birchwater EducationLimerick, Ireland

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Location: 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.
Legal name / parent company: Emerald Isle English and Business Training Company Ltd.
Tax registration ID: 587008
Abbreviated name of school: BWE Limerick

English Courses

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This option includes English lessons each week, afternoon and evening activities each day, 1 half-day excursion and 1 full day excursion on Saturday.

Limerick is Ireland's third biggest City and offers a great location to study given it's close proximity to Ireland's top tourist destinations. Situated in the South West of Ireland on the River Shannon, Limerick is only 2h15mins from Dublin airport and 20mins from Shannon airport.

The International English language summer school is designed to be fun and exciting while
inspiring and motivating students to improve their English language skills and cultural
awareness. The programme consists of a minimum of 15 hours English language tuition
per week with action packed afternoon activities and evening electives.

The summer school is perfect for improving English proficiency while making lots of new
friends and building your confidence speaking English. Everyday is filled with amazing activities to practice and learn new skills. All classes are with native English speaking teachers and are designed to be fun.

Prices

Course price includes accommodation

Homestay, Triple room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Course specific data

Starting dates

Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Possible course durations

2 weeks

Required minimum language level

Elementary (A2) or higher

Minimum required student age

12 years

Age range:

12 - 17 years

Students per class

Maximum: 15 / Average: 12

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Comments about courses

Supplements:
Extra night accommodation with meals (subject to availability): EUR 70 per person.
Special dietary requirements: EUR 35 per week.
Horse Riding (3 days/9 hours): EUR 100 (subject to availability).
Irish authentic Pottery classes (3+ hours): EUR 10 (EUR 40 worth of pottery to take home!).
Aran Islands Visit: EUR 45 (child booking).
Extra classes (5 hours): EUR 50.

Lesson duration

50 minutes

Course material

Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.

Individual classes

Single 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.

Days without class

In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
03 Jul 2024.

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.

Level test

A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

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.

Our price includes

INCLUDED Organized activities
INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program

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.

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Birchwater Education (BWE)

Accreditations and Quality seals

Preferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal

Institute of Commercial Management, NCC Education

English teacher qualifications

100% hold a university degree

100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification

First day of course

Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:40

Student gender mix

60% male / 40% female

Offer for returning students

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

Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school

General school facilities

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
Soccer field / football pitch
Table tennis
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

Classroom equipment
- TV in some classrooms
- Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
- Heating in all classrooms
- Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10
Facilities for disabled students
- Wheelchair access to classroom
- Accessible Toilet
- Wheelchair access to cafeteria
- Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students

12 years for specific Junior courses

Average number of levels

Adult courses In summer: 5

Junior courses In summer: 5

Average age of students

In summer: 15 years

Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Airport transfer

Shannon Airport:

50 € one way
100 € return (both ways)

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

Express shipment fee (via courier)

25 €

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.

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered.

Adults - Paid activities

Not offered.

Junior - Free activities

Cinema,bowling,team games,water park activities, caving in Doolin, pottery making, archery, wall climbing, Irish song and dance,print making.

Junior - Paid activities

n/a

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Villiers School, North Circular Road - . Limerick

Location of Birchwater Education in Limerick

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Limerick

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FAQ about Birchwater Education, Limerick

What is the best price for a course at Birchwater Education, Limerick?
English courses at Birchwater Education start at 778 € for Summer School - Homestay course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
Is airport pickup offered by Birchwater Education?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Shannon Airport (50 €)
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 (Summer School - Homestay) to 15 students (Summer School - Homestay)
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.

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