What we like about the school
- Great social programme including art club, job club, language exchange, quiz nights and many more.
- E-learning platform.
Location: The school is situated off the southwest corner of St. Stephen’s Green in Dublin city centre. It is very close to Grafton Street and its surrounds would arguably be Ireland’s most exclusive shopping district. Temple Bar and all major attractions are within walking distance of the school.
Getting around: The Luas stop (tram) is also minutes away on foot and Pearse Street and Tara Street stations (train) are about a 20-minute walk away. It is also well-serviced by local buses.
- The language school ISE - The International School of English was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1997.
- Legal name / parent company: The Kildare International School of English Ltd
- Tax registration ID: TIN9811508N
- Abbreviated name of school: ISE Dublin
English Courses
General Language
Intensive General English

30 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
240€
228€
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Price in € | 240 228 | 480 456 | 720 684 | 960 912 | 1200 1140 | 1440 1368 | 1880 1786 | 2350 2233 | 2820 2679 | 2990 2841 | 230 219 |
Price in US$ | 234 | 468 | 701 | 935 | 1168 | 1402 | 1830 | 2288 | 2745 | 2911 | 224 |
You are taught new language structures and vocabulary, and develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively. You also receive some classes in exam preparation to help them to prepare for the exam of your level.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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: 13:45 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Semi-Intensive General English

20 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
200€
190€
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Price in € | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1560 1482 | 1950 1853 | 2340 2223 | 2470 2347 | 190 181 |
Price in US$ | 195 | 390 | 584 | 779 | 974 | 1168 | 1519 | 1898 | 2278 | 2404 | 185 |
You are taught new language structures and vocabulary, and develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
General English
15 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
150€
143€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 150 143 | 300 285 | 450 428 | 600 570 | 750 713 | 900 855 | 1160 1102 | 1450 1378 | 1740 1653 | 1820 1729 | 140 133 |
Price in US$ | 146 | 292 | 438 | 584 | 730 | 876 | 1129 | 1412 | 1694 | 1772 | 137 |
You are taught new language structures and vocabulary, and develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. You are encouraged to work in pairs and groups to ensure classes are communicative and lively.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Work & Study
General English + Work Placement
15 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
164€
156€
Based on the price of 25 weeks
See availability
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 25 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4100 3895 |
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3991 |
Price listed is for 25 weeks of General English AM plus Work Placement fee. Part time job in Hospitality.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
General English + Unpaid Internship
15 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
300€
285€
Based on the price of 4 weeks
See availability
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1200 1140 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2400 2280 |
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1168 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2336 |
Price listed is for 4 weeks of General English plus Internship fee. Internship must have a minimum duration of 4 weeks. Students can take more weeks of General course.
Internship fields: Tourism and Hospitality, IT, Finance and Administration.
Internship fields: Tourism and Hospitality, IT, Finance and Administration.
Exam Preparation
General English + Cambridge Business English Certificate
15 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
170€
162€
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Price in € | 170 162 | 340 323 | 510 485 | 680 646 | 850 808 | 1020 969 | 1320 1254 | 1650 1568 | 1980 1881 | 2080 1976 | 160 152 |
Price in US$ | 166 | 331 | 497 | 662 | 828 | 993 | 1285 | 1606 | 1928 | 2025 | 156 |
15 hours of General English plus BEC exam preparation.
General English + IELTS Preparation
15 Lessons per week
|
15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
170€
162€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 170 162 | 340 323 | 510 485 | 680 646 | 850 808 | 1020 969 | 1320 1254 | 1650 1568 | 1980 1881 | 2080 1976 | 160 152 |
Price in US$ | 166 | 331 | 497 | 662 | 828 | 993 | 1285 | 1606 | 1928 | 2025 | 156 |
Combine a General English course with IELTS exam preparation. You'll practice reading, writing, speaking and listening, as well as work on exam techniques and strategies to achieve your desired mark!
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
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
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Exam fee
210 €
Information for all courses offered by ISE - The International School of English
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.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 50 €. 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 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022 - 03 Jan. 2022, 17 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 01 Aug. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 19 Dec. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022.
01 Jan. 2022 - 03 Jan. 2022, 17 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 01 Aug. 2022, 31 Oct. 2022, 19 Dec. 2022 - 31 Dec. 2022.
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.
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 40 € per course level.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Free local SIM card
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
- INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
Note: All courses offered by ISE - The International School of English, Dublin can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
ISE - The International School of English (ISE)
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)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at ISE - The International School of English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school




General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
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
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Table soccer / football
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 9Number of public PC workstations: 6
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer:350
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 14
Adult courses Throughout the year: 14
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Optional airport transfer
Dublin Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
140 € return (both ways)
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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
60 €
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.
Accommodation
Homestay

Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
from
220 € per week
3 reviews
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Price in € | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 60 |
Price in US$ | 226 | 451 | 677 | 902 | 1127 | 1353 | 1578 | 1804 | 2254 | 2705 | 226 | 62 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Christmas supplement: EUR 40 per week (includes full-board catering).
Check-in
Sunday 0:00-22:00
Check-out
Saturday 0:00-12:00
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 60€.
Price extra night
30 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50€
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, 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
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun. 2022 - 30 Sep. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €
Student Residence
Single room, No meals
| Minimum stay in weeks: 4
Only limited places left for the summer months!
from
300 € per week
4 reviews
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Price in € | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 300 | 60 |
Price in US$ | 308 | 615 | 923 | 1230 | 1537 | 1845 | 2152 | 2459 | 3074 | 3689 | 308 | 62 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-22:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-12:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of 200€ is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 60€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50€
Distance from school
20 minutes walking.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Reviews
4.1
Overall school rating of
ISE - The International School of English, Dublin
11 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usISE - The International School of English, Dublin
School
Location of the school
4.7
Organisation
4.0
Facilities
3.5
Social activities
3.3
Course
Course quality / Progress in language
4.1
Value for money
3.8
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
2.5
Other
4.0
What students liked about ISE - The International School of English, Dublin
Carlos
46 years“The teachers, the good ambiance, the friendly classmates”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.0
Other
3.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: To have ours own books.
Tomke
23 years“Varied lessons, relaxed teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Student Residence
4.0
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: the regularly organized events such as BBQ, watching football, excursions etc.
Antonio
17 years“Teaching quality”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
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- What is the best price for a course at ISE - The International School of English, Dublin?English courses at ISE - The International School of English start at 143 € for General English course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by International School of English?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of International School of English
- Is airport pickup offered by ISE - The International School of English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Dublin Airport (70 €)
- What is the number of students per class at International School of English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International School of English varies from 15 students (Intensive General English) to 15 students (Intensive General English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at ISE - The International School of English?100% of teachers at ISE - The International School of English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of ISE - The International School of English from?The highest Nationality percentage at ISE - The International School of English comes from Brazil with a 25% representation, followed by students from Japan (13%) and Italy (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- ISE - The International School of English offers courses for which ages?ISE - The International School of English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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