ATC Language Schools Bray, Ireland
- Beautiful seaside location, the Seafront Park and the Bray promenade only a moment away.
- Free optional extra classes in the afternoons.
- E-learning platform.
- Optional language workshops.
Location: ATC Language Schools Bray is located in the Irish coastal town of Bray. The school is situated on the seafront, in 4 adjacent Victorian buildings, with the Seafront Park and the Bray promenade only a moment away. Bray centre and the train station are within a 20-minute walk of the school, ensuring students have excellent access to transport, enabling them to discover all that the surrounding areas have to offer. With multiple walks and climbs in Bray and Dublin just a 40-minute journey from the school, students are sure to have a memorable time whilst reaching their language goals with ATC Language Schools in Bray.
Course selection: The school's course selection is consistent with the needs of many adult students. In addition to General English courses available to students of all levels, the school provides Exam Preparation programmes for the FCE, CAE and IELTS exams.
School facilities: The facilities of ATC Language Schools Bray are excellent. They offer everything a student may need to reach their language goals from a comfortable and modern environment. Facilities include a library, computer lab, free after-class language learning software, a lounge area, garden and a student support desk for any questions or queries that arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment. Some classrooms also have televisions, electronic whiteboards and air conditioning.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available in Student Residence and Homestay, with the Homestay facilities offering a double room option for students travelling together.
Social and Cultural: Through extensive cultural and educational programmes, ATC strives to assist students with their English language from friendly and stimulating atmospheres, where the needs of each student are acknowledged and met every time.
Accreditations and Associations: ATC is a member of, and accredited by, the leading associations in the international education sector, including ACELS, EAQUALS, MEI and Quality English.
Additional information: ATC was founded over 45 years ago and has provided quality English language programmes for students of all ages ever since. The group currently consists of 2 schools in Ireland (Bray and Dublin) and are at the forefront of providing Junior Summer courses throughout Ireland.
- The language school ATC Language Schools was founded in Bray, Ireland in 1973.
- Legal name / parent company: ATC Language & Travel Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 242699
- Abbreviated name of school: ATC Bray
English Courses
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Price at school Our price | 390 371 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 1850 1758 | 2220 2109 | 2960 2812 | 3450 3278 | 4140 3933 | 4225 4014 | 7625 7244 |
Afternoon lessons take place on Tuesday and Thursday.
Course takes place Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 13:30, afternoon classes are Tuesday and Thursday, 14:15 - 17:15.
Students joining ATC’s General English language course will learn English in an international class with students from around the world. The course is designed to focus on communication and improve the student's understanding of the four key skills of the English language focusing on communication; listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as developing grammar and vocabulary skills. Students can begin each Monday through the year on a continuous enrolment system.
All levels of English from Elementary to Advanced are offered throughout the year. Students can choose to study for a minimum of 1 week.
ATC’s General English course syllabus is 20 hours per week, with full 60 minute lessons. By the end of the course students will see an overall improvement in their level of English and improved confidence in their language ability.
The Intensive English course includes 20 hours of General English as well as an additional 6 hours in the afternoons, these extra lessons focus on the structure and fluency of conversation.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:15
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Price at school Our price | 295 281 | 590 561 | 885 841 | 1180 1121 | 1650 1568 | 2200 2090 | 2550 2423 | 3060 2907 | 2990 2841 | 5250 4988 | 210 200 |
Students joining ATC’s General English language course will learn English in an international class with students from around the world. The course is designed to focus on communication and improve the students’ understanding of the four key skills of English language focusing on communication; listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as developing grammar and vocabulary skills. Students can begin each Monday through the year on a continuous enrolment system.
All levels of English from Elementary to Advanced are offered throughout the year. Students can choose to study for a minimum of 1 week.
ATC’s General English course syllabus is 20 hours per week, with full 60 minute lessons. By the end of the course students will see an overall improvement in their level of English and improved confidence in their language ability.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2300 2185 | 2760 2622 | 2730 2594 | 4750 4513 | 190 181 |
Lessons take place from Monday to Thursday.
Students joining ATC’s General English language course will learn English in an international class with students from around the world. The course is designed to focus on communication and improve the students’ understanding of the four key skills of English language focusing on communication; listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as developing grammar and vocabulary skills. Students can begin each Monday through the year on a continuous enrolment system.
All levels of English from Elementary to Advanced are offered throughout the year. Students can choose to study for a minimum of 1 week.
ATC’s General English course syllabus is 20 hours per week, with full 60 minute lessons. By the end of the course students will see an overall improvement in their level of English and improved confidence in their language ability.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2475 2352 | 3300 3135 |
20 lessons per week with the main goal of preparing students for the FCE exam.
Students can study and prepare for the Cambridge B2 First Exam with ATC Language Schools. The Cambridge English Qualifications are recognised worldwide by governments, employers, universities and colleges. The exam focuses on the 4 key skills of English, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
ATC’s Cambridge exam preparation course for the B2 First exam is 9 or 12 weeks long. The timetable includes 20 hours of lessons per week. The full course will develop the skills students will use during the exam, enhance the students’ comprehension and fluency of using English language and allow them to practice the exam techniques required.
Each Cambridge B2 First exam preparation course is planned to align with an exam offered locally, ATC can arrange the exam additionally to the course.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
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Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2475 2352 | -- | 3300 3135 |
20 lessons per week with the main goal of preparing students for the CAE exam.
Students can study and prepare for the Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam with ATC Language Schools. The Cambridge English Qualifications are recognised worldwide by governments, employers, universities and colleges. The exam focuses on the 4 key skills of English, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
ATC’s Cambridge C1 Advanced preparation is 9 or 12 weeks long. The timetable includes 20 hours of lessons per week. The full course will develop the skills students will use during the exam, enhance the students’ comprehension and fluency of using English language and allow them to practice the exam techniques required.
Each Cambridge exam preparation course is planned to align with an exam offered locally, ATC can arrange the exam additionally to the course.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1260 1229 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
20 lessons per week with the main goal of preparing students for the CAE exam.
Students can prepare for the Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam with ATC Language Schools in Bray in the summer, and stay with a local host family.
The Cambridge English Qualifications are recognised worldwide by governments, employers, universities and colleges. The exam focuses on the 4 key skills of English, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
ATC’s summer preparation course is 4 weeks long. The timetable includes 20 hours of lessons per week. The course will offer intensive exam preparation to develop the language skills and examination techniques needed for this exam. Students should have a minimum B2+ level of English, as described in the Common European Framework of Reference for Language (CEFR).
The Cambridge exam preparation course is planned to align with an exam offered locally, ATC can arrange the exam additionally to the course.
The summer preparation programme includes half board host family accomodation in a twin room, sharing with another international student; full board is included at weekends.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1180 1121 | -- | 1650 1568 | -- | 2200 2090 | -- | -- | -- |
Students can choose to prepare for the IELTS exam with ATC Language Schools. The IELTS exam is an internationally recognised English language exam that is accepted by universities and employers worldwide, for study and work. The exam tests students on speaking & listening, and reading & writing.
ATC’s IELTS exam preparation course in full is an 8-week course, the timetable is the same as ATC’s General English course and students can transfer between them following discussion with their teacher.
The full 8 week IELTS preparation course looks at each section of the exam separately. Students will practice exam techniques each week based on what has been covered.
ATC can arrange for students to take the exam locally, it is not included in the course.
ATC Language Schools offer preparation for the Academic IELTS exam, the General IELTS exam preparation can be offered separately in discussion with ATC.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Information for all courses offered by ATC Language Schools
Private Tuition: EUR 100 per hour for two people.
MediPel - Compulsory Government Medical Insurance & Learner Protection for Non-EU students, minimum 3 months: EUR 140.
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 18 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 21 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
- INCLUDED Optional language workshops
ATC Language Schools (ATC)
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 23Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | - |
Baseball | | - |
Basketball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Cricket | | - |
Dancing | | - |
Diving | | 12 km |
Field Hockey | | - |
Football (soccer) | | - |
Golf | | 4 km |
Horse riding | | 8 km |
Mountainbiking | | 20 km |
Music | | - |
Rugby | | - |
Sailing | | 12 km |
Swimming | | - |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | - |
Volleyball | | - |
Windsurfing | | - |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
-Teeling Whisky Distillery: EUR 18/PP
-Bray Bowl: EUR 7.50/PP
-Guinness Museum: EUR 22/PP (over 18)
-Belfast City Tour: EUR 80/PP
-Malahide Village and Castle: EUR 9.50/PP
Accommodation
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Price in € | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 300 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The student residence and school-owned apartments are located within walking distance of our school, offering single and twin rooms with ensuite or private bathrooms, and shared kitchen and living areas.
Accommodation options are available for all students taking a course at ATC in Bray.
Host family accommodation is available for individual students aged 16 and over; self-catering accommodation is available for students aged 18 and over for a more independent study trip.
*Please note that from September to May inclusive there is a maximum of 4 weeks stay for students aged 16 and 17 years old.
Students travelling as a group will stay 2 or 3 students per family in shared rooms.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 295 | 590 | 885 | 1180 | 1475 | 1770 | 2065 | 2360 | 2950 | 3540 | 295 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Special dietary requirements: supplement of up to EUR 30 per week.
Students can also choose to stay with a local host family on a half board basis Monday to Friday and full board at the weekends. All of our host families are inspected by our Accommodation Manager and all are Garda vetted (police checked).
Host family accommodation is available for individual students aged 16 and over; self-catering accommodation is available for students aged 18 and over for a more independent study trip.
*Please note that from September to May inclusive there is a maximum of 4 weeks stay for students aged 16 and 17 years old.
Students travelling as a group will stay 2 or 3 students per family in shared rooms.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special dietary requirements: supplement of up to EUR 30 per week.
Students can also choose to stay with a local host family on a half-board basis Monday to Friday and full-board at the weekends. All of our host families are inspected by our Accommodation Manager and all are Garda vetted (police-checked).
Host family accommodation is available for individual students aged 16 and over; self-catering accommodation is available for students aged 18 and over for a more independent study trip.
*Please note that from September to May inclusive there is a maximum of 4 weeks stay for students aged 16 and 17 years old.
Students travelling as a group will stay 2 or 3 students per family in shared rooms.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The student residence and school-owned apartments are located within walking distance of our school, offering single and twin rooms with en-suite or private bathrooms, and shared kitchen and living areas.
Students can stay in single and twin rooms as available.
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Questions and answers about ATC Language Schools
- What are the school's accreditations?“ATC is accredited by ACELS, ALTO, EAQUALS, MEI and QE.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
- How far are the host families form the school?“The host families are around 30 minutes walking distance from the school.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
- How far is the student residence form the school?“The student residence is around 10 minutes walking distance from the school.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
FAQ about ATC Language Schools , Bray
- What is the best price for a course at ATC Language Schools , Bray?English courses at ATC Language Schools start at 219 € for General English GE16 course with 16 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by ATC Language Schools ?The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of ATC Language Schools
- What is the number of students per class at ATC Language Schools ?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ATC Language Schools varies from 15 students (Intensive English IE26) to 15 students (Intensive English IE26)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at ATC Language Schools ?100% of teachers at ATC Language Schools hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of ATC Language Schools from?The highest Nationality percentage at ATC Language Schools comes from Brazil with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (12%) 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.
- ATC Language Schools offers courses for which ages?ATC Language Schools offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.