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ICE Irish College of English
Dublin, Ireland

6 Church Rd - K36 KF21 Dublin - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Education Stars Award winner for Best Language School in Ireland 2019.
  • Free conversation classes.
  • Top rated school facilities
    4.7
  • Optional language workshops.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
  • Very favorable cancellation terms. You can cancel courses with less than 8 days notice.
What we dislike about the school
  • May not have a course for complete beginners.

Location: ICE Irish College of English is located on the outskirts of the medieval Irish capital city of Dublin, in the picturesque town of Malahide. The school is well situated, a short walk from the supermarket and local attractions such as Malahide Castle, beach and the Malahide Train Station. Students of ICE have everything they need to reach their language goals, from the pleasant town of Malahide, only a 20-minute train ride from Central Dublin.

Course selection: Course selection with the school includes something suitable for all levels with General English, Part-time Cambridge Exam Preparation as well as Private and Group lesson combination programmes available all year round.

Accommodation: Accommodation available in local Homestay facilities ensures that students receive a fully immersive programme with the possibility of meal plans also on hand.

School facilities: The school's facilities are commendable with a library, use of fridge and microwaves, a cafeteria and a student support desk, at the disposal of the students. All classrooms are equipped with televisions and have ample natural light to create the optimal learning environment.

Additional information: A destination town just a short journey from the attractions of Dublin City, Malahide has much to offer students, with over 30 restaurants, several pubs, coastal walks and an array of outdoor leisure activities.

ICE Irish College of English is also available for School Groups as well as for Junior programmes throughout the summer months.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 24
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 265 252 498 474 689 655 843 801 980 931 1,176 1,118 1,568 1,490 1,960 1,862 2,352 2,235 2,275 2,162 4,200 3,990
Price in US$ 297 558 771 944 1,097 1,316 1,755 2,193 2,632 2,545 4,699
Starting dates
Every Monday

Book the entire academic year: EUR 3710

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: 9:15 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 530 504 1,033 982 1,495 1,421 1,892 1,798 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 593 1,156 1,673 2,117
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 15 group lessons and 5 one-to-one lessons per week.

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: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 859 817 1,680 1,596 2,438 2,317 3,127 2,971 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 961 1,880 2,728 3,498
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 15 group lessons and 10 one-to-one lessons per week.

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: 9:15 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 399 380
Price in US$ 447
Starting dates
Every Monday

This is an evening course that starts every Tuesday. It runs from 18:30 to 20:30 with a 10 minute break.

Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 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: 18:30 - 20:30
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Junior
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 1,269 1,238 2,116 2,064 3,168 3,089 4,068 3,967 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 1,457 2,430 3,638 4,671
Starting dates
2026: 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026

This course includes 15 language lessons, accommodation and a multi activity programme.

Special diet supplement: between EUR 30 and EUR 60 per week, depending on the diet.
Airport Meet & Greet and transfer to/from homestay: EUR 55 one way.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
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: 9:15 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 0 2,542 2,479 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 2,919
Starting dates
2026: 13 Jul 2026

This course includes 15 language lessons, accommodation and sailing programme.

Special diet supplement: between EUR 30 and EUR 60 per week, depending on the diet.
Airport Meet & Greet and transfer to/from homestay: EUR 55 one way.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
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: 9:15 - 12:30
Possible course durations
2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 0 2,578 2,514 3,792 3,698 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 2,960 4,354
Starting dates
2026: 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026

This course includes 15 language lessons, accommodation and a horse riding programme.

Special diet supplement: between EUR 30 and EUR 60 per week, depending on the diet.
Airport Meet & Greet and transfer to/from homestay: EUR 55 one way.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
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: 9:15 - 12:30
Possible course durations
2, 3 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 0 2,277 2,221 3,358 3,275 4,412 4,302 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 2,615 3,856 5,066
Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026

This course includes 15 language lessons, 5 exam Cambridge exam preparation lessons, accommodation and a multi activity programme.

Special diet supplement: between EUR 30 and EUR 60 per week, depending on the diet. Please ask the school.
Airport Meet & Greet and transfer to/from homestay: EUR 55 one way.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
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: 9:15 - 12:30
Possible course durations
2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
11 years
Age range:
11 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
60 min
Student reviews about "Junior Homestay Programme: Intensive & Cambridge Exam Preparation" at ICE Irish College of English
GUIDO 4.0
"Fantastic teachers"
Private
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 7 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 700 665 1,400 1,330 2,100 1,995 2,800 2,660 3,500 3,325 4,200 3,990 4,900 4,655 5,600 5,320 6,300 5,985 7,000 6,650 8,400 7,980
Price in US$ 784 1,567 2,350 3,133 3,916 4,699 5,482 6,265 7,048 7,831 9,397
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 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 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
60 min

Our prices for ICE Irish College of English include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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Student opinions about ICE Irish College of English, Dublin

3.2
Overall school rating of
ICE Irish College of English, Dublin
4 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 
Facilities
4.7 
Social activities
4.0 
Organisation
5.0 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.7 
Value for money
4.7 
Accommodation
Homestay
2.0 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
1.0
“We sent our 14 year old son for 4 weeks in August 2024 to this school. My son was very pleased, there were only a few Russian kids, but they were placed in different families and different groups and they practically did not cross paths, which was good, did not interfere with the effect of immersion in the language environment. The school is located in a very beautiful area of Dublin, around expensive houses, very clean, quiet, safe, beautiful. Near the seaside. The journey from home to school took about 15 minutes on foot. The programme was moderately intensive with a lot of activities in the afternoon (excursions, sports, cinema, shopping, walks, zoo and others). Polite and attentive staff, my son flew back home on his own, the school oversaw the whole process. My son lived in a family of an elderly couple, there were 3 people in the room, the house was clean, cosy, the hosts were hospitable.”
“He did not like the food in the host family. Breakfast was always either cereal or toast with jam. For lunch There was always a standard sandwich (bread with sausage) for lunch which was packed and taken to the school. And only dinner was decent (meat, fish, side dishes). But we realised that this are standard meals for the Irish and they eat like that themselves. So we just left extra money for our son and he bought himself the usual food (kept in the fridge in the kitchen and cooked it himself) and went to lunch in cafes, there are a lot of them in the area for every taste and purse.”
Details of the review
Course: Junior Homestay Programme: Classic - 4 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2024 by Aleksandr Sokolov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The school is excellent for teaching the English language. Very very happy with the teachers.”
“To slightly improve the choice of afternoon activities and to review the choice of host families.”
Insider tip: “The beach and sea in and around Malahide are splendid. Visit Malahide Castle and gardens. Get taken to Dublin often.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Fantastic teachersOther comments: Random but lucky choice. Pity only the host family.
Course: Junior Homestay Programme: Intensive & Cambridge Exam Preparation - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Oct. 2023 by GUIDO TESCAROLI
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers.”
“The students speak a lot in their native languages and not in English. Teachers may need to call their attention to this.”
Details of the review
Course: Junior Homestay Programme: Intensive & Cambridge Exam Preparation - 4 weeks
Review date: 13. Sep. 2023 by Mikaela Recalde Rodríguez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
Details of the review
Course: Part Time General English - 12 weeks
Review date: 28. May. 2020 by Iwona Tomczyszyn
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of ICE Irish College of English compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 ICE Irish College of English DublinAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating3.34.2
Location of the school5.04.6
Facilities4.73.9
Social activities4.03.7
Organisation5.04.3
Quality of teaching4.74.3
Value for money4.73.9
Homestay2.04.0
Shared flat2.04.0

ICE Irish College of English

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACELSMEI / RELSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
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
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at ICE Irish College of English and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1992

General school facilities

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 8

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 20%
Spain 20%
France 10%
China 8%
Germany 6%
Turkey 4%
Brazil 1%
Other nationalities 31%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 100%
18-24 years 0%
25-34 years 0%
35-50 years 0%
>50 years 0%
Average number of students
Junior courses - In summer: 200
Minimum age of students
18 years
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
Junior courses In summer: 5
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 14 years

Information for all courses offered by ICE Irish College of English

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
€75
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

The registration fee includes the costs for the textbook.

This school does not offer courses for (absolute) beginners. Minimum level for general courses is (also for private lessons) Elementary (A2).

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 70 €. 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, 03 Feb 2026, 17 Mar 2026, 21 Apr 2026, 05 May 2026, 02 Jun 2026, 04 Aug 2026, 27 Jan 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 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.

Airport transfer

Dublin Airport:
€55 one way
€110 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Some activities may be free or with a small fee typically from EUR 7-25.
· Optional Afternoon Pay as You Go Tours/Trip with Free Irish Activity Leader
· Optional Saturday Full Day Tour, for example trip to Glendalough & Powerscourt

Adults - Paid activities

Some activities may be free or with a small fee typically from EUR 7-25.
· Optional Afternoon Pay as You Go Tours/Trip with Free Irish Activity Leader
· Optional Saturday Full Day Tour, for example trip to Glendalough & Powerscourt

Junior - Free activities

Dublin city tour, Irish music session, GAA stadium tour, Museums, Galleries, Weekend excursions, and much more!

Junior - Paid activities

Activities are included in the cost of junior programmes.
activity possibledistance from school
Cricket0.5 km
Dancing-
Football (soccer)0.5 km
Golf0.5 km
Horse riding10 km
Rugby1 km
Sailing0.5 km
Swimming0.5 km
Tennis1 km
Windsurfing0.5 km
Yoga0.5 km

Accommodation

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 280 100
Price in US$ 330 660 990 1,319 1,649 1,979 2,308 2,638 3,297 3,957 330 118
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Friday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Friday
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 100€.
Price extra night
€43 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
30 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
1

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Questions and answers about ICE Irish College of English

Can my 14-year-old daughter book the junior course without activities, just the language course? We are traveling together and would like to stay with a host family.
“Yes, it is possible to book only the junior language course without activities, but our families expect the students to be busy with us until about 15.30-17:00 each day, so I’m not sure if it would work not doing the activities.”
Deirdre Rochford, Director from Irish College of English - May 08, 2024
Do you offer a homestay with a private bathroom?
“We don’t offer homestay with private bathrooms. Hope that won’t be a deal breaker.”
Susan, Administration from ICE Irish College of English, Dublin - May 30, 2023
My daughter is only 10 years old. Can she still take part in the junior course?
“I am afraid that students must be 11 years old to take part in the camp.”
Susan, from ICE - May 19, 2023

FAQ about ICE Irish College of English, Dublin

Are there any student residence options?
“At present (2025), the school unfortunately does not offer residential options. The only options available are host family accommodation.
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 26, 2025
Do lessons start on Sundays for junior courses and do students need to arrive a day before on a Saturday?
“The start date on Sunday means that the accommodation and first activities start on that day. The actual lessons begin on Monday so it is perfectly OK for your child to arrive on Sunday. The last day of lessons will be Friday but there are activities planned for Saturday after the course - this is why the accommodation is included until Sunday.”
Gosia Mazur, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 17, 2023
Is airport pickup offered by ICE Irish College of English?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Dublin Airport (55 €)”
What is the number of students per class at Irish College of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Irish College of English varies from 1 (Private Lessons) to 15 students (General English 15)”
Which countries are students of ICE Irish College of English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at ICE Irish College of English comes from Italy with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (20%) and France (10%).”

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Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
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Terms of ICE Irish College of English

First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
The Irish College of English Limited | Tax registration ID: 424688

Visa Documents

Nationals from Spain do not require a visa for travelling to Ireland and attending a language course.
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
No
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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