ISE Ireland - The International School of English

Dublin · from €150/week

26 Harcourt Street, Dublin, Ireland

“The Classes are organised very well. Each classroom has their proper English level and there isn’t t...” — Rober, 08/02/2016

Erasmus+Trinity SELTACELSCambridge ESOL authorised center

2027 prices at ISE Ireland - The International School of English

General English 15 hours (morning or afternoon): from €131.60/week · 15 lessons/week
Semi-Intensive General English 20 hours (morning): from €178.60/week · 20 lessons/week
Intensive General English 30 hours: from €225.60/week · 30 lessons/week

From the school's official 2027 price list; weekly price for 1-4 weeks. Updated: 2026-10-08. Student rating: 4.7/5 from 4 reviews.

Why book with LanguageBookings?

Our 6% discountYou pay less than the school's own price list.
Found it cheaper on the same terms? We match the priceIf you find the same course cheaper online, with the same dates and booking conditions, we match that price. Valid for 48 hours after you book and before the school confirms the booking.How price match works
Help in your languageWe answer your questions in your language, before and after you book.
We deal with the school for youIf the price, dates or accommodation change, we sort it out with the school on your behalf.
Book with a deposit onlyThe deposit is part of the course price. By card it is only charged when the school confirms your place, and refunded in full if it cannot.

Winner of the ST Star Award, Star New Agency 2012 (StudyTravel Magazine); shortlisted again in 2013 and 2014.

Courses

Academic Year Programme 15 hours (32 weeks)15 lessons/week · from 32 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 15 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 12:15 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Long-term General English programme for students who need an Irish study visa (non-EEA students): 32 weeks of General English, 15 hours per week, morning (09:00-12:15, Monday to Friday) or afternoon (13:00-17:00, Monday to Thursday), levels A1 to C1. ISE Ireland is in the city centre of Dublin (26 Harcourt Street). Lessons of 60 minutes, Monday to Friday. A morning or afternoon timetable is allocated after the online placement test. Non-EEA students also need medical insurance (EUR 150 for one year), paid to the school. No classes on Irish public holidays.
Academic Year Programme 15 hours - Afternoon (25 weeks)15 lessons/week · from 25 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 15 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 12:15 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Long-term General English programme for students who need an Irish study visa (non-EEA students): 25 weeks of General English, 15 hours per week in the afternoon (13:00-17:00, Monday to Thursday), levels A1 to C1. ISE Ireland is in the city centre of Dublin (26 Harcourt Street). Lessons of 60 minutes, Monday to Friday. A morning or afternoon timetable is allocated after the online placement test. Non-EEA students also need medical insurance (EUR 150 for one year), paid to the school. No classes on Irish public holidays.
Academic Year Programme 15 hours - Morning (25 weeks)15 lessons/week · from 25 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 15 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 12:15 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Long-term General English programme for students who need an Irish study visa (non-EEA students): 25 weeks of General English, 15 hours per week in the morning (09:00-12:15, Monday to Friday), levels A1 to C1. ISE Ireland is in the city centre of Dublin (26 Harcourt Street). Lessons of 60 minutes, Monday to Friday. A morning or afternoon timetable is allocated after the online placement test. Non-EEA students also need medical insurance (EUR 150 for one year), paid to the school. No classes on Irish public holidays.
Academic Year Programme 20 hours - Morning (25 weeks)20 lessons/week · from 25 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 20 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 13:30 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET), International Legal English Certificate · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Long-term General English programme for students who need an Irish study visa (non-EEA students): 25 weeks of semi-intensive General English, 20 hours per week in the morning (09:00-13:30, Monday to Friday), levels B1 to C1. ISE Ireland is in the city centre of Dublin (26 Harcourt Street). Lessons of 60 minutes, Monday to Friday. A morning or afternoon timetable is allocated after the online placement test. Non-EEA students also need medical insurance (EUR 150 for one year), paid to the school. No classes on Irish public holidays.
General English 15 hours (morning or afternoon)15 lessons/week · 1-48 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 15 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 12:15 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Students looking to improve their General
English core skills can take a variety of
English language course options with us.
Whether you just want to improve your
English or use English for working abroad
or further study, our full time English
courses are right for you.
Full time English Exam preparation course
General English & Exam Preparation
English programmes are combined with
specialized Trinity Exam
preparation courses for maximum immersion
and exam strategy results.
Benefits of taking The English Language
full-time course.
from €150/week
Intensive General English 30 hours30 lessons/week · 1-48 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English Courses 30 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 17:00 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET), International Legal English Certificate · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Students looking to improve their General
English core skills can take a variety of
English language course options with us.
Whether you just want to improve your
English or use English for working abroad
or further study, our full time English
courses are right for you.
Full time English Exam preparation course
General English & Exam Preparation
English programmes are combined with
specialized Cambridge and IELTS Exam
preparation courses for maximum immersion
and exam strategy results.
Benefits of taking The English Language
full-time course.
from €250/week
Semi-Intensive General English 20 hours (morning)20 lessons/week · 1-48 weeks · Minimum age: 16General English course with emphasis on conversation 20 lessons per week · Course hours: 09:00 - 13:30 · Course days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday · Maximum class size: 15 · School admin. fee: €80.00 · Average number of students: 12 · Lesson duration: 60 minutes · Course materials: Included · Course certificate: Yes · Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET), International Legal English Certificate · Levels: Elementary - Level A1, Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1
Students looking to improve their General
English core skills can take a variety of
English language course options with us.
Whether you just want to improve your
English or use English for working abroad
or further study, our full time English
courses are right for you.
Full time English Exam preparation course
General English & Exam Preparation
English programmes are combined with
specialized Cambridge and IELTS Exam
preparation courses for maximum immersion
and exam strategy results.
Benefits of taking The English Language
full-time course.
from €200/week

Accommodation

Host Family (Twin)Host familyStudents per room: 2 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Conditions: Only available to 2 students booking together. · Distance from school: 10 Km · Facilities: Air Conditioning, Bed linen, Cooking facilities, Electricity and water - extra charge, Heating, Internet access, Kitchen, Microwave, Public transport near, Refrigerator, Towels, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet
only students traveling together can book twin room in host family.
from €280/week
Host Family (Single)Host familyStudents per room: 1 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Distance from school: 25 Km · Facilities: Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Heating, Kitchen, Microwave, Public transport near, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet
Homestay
Homestays are the best option to experience the culture deeper and learn further about local people. This is highly recommended for students who want to feel closer to the Irish life style, including home cooking and the opportunity of practicing the language through conversation. The student can also experience living in a very typical environment, which enriches their immersion in the local culture. Families come from a variety of backgrounds from traditional Irish families to modern-day families where both parents work. Some hosts are single professional people. Host family accommodation is on a Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday basis. Extra night accommodation may be requested and may be offered at a nightly rate subject to availability.
Should a student wish to change Host Family, ISE will only do so after discussing the situation and reasons with both the student and the family. There is a code of conduct that must be respected between family and student on request from the Accommodation Manager. If any problem arise the Accommodation Manager will endeavour o resolve them in the best interests of the student, the family and ISE.
Distance from School
Host Families live in suburbs away from Dublin city centre close to public transport services. It is necessary for all students to travel to school by public transport. We advise all students to expect a journey time of at least 40 minutes.
Facilites
Single or twin room , Shared family bathroom, Light laundry facilities, Host families also provide 'half board', meaning breakfast and an evening meal, Monday to Friday, and breakfast, small lunch and evening meal on Saturday and Sunday. Special request (dietary, pets, children etc) must be made at the time of the initial booking. We may not be able to accommodate special requests after student has been placed.
from €320/week
Twin room in Student residenceResidenceStudents per room: 2 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Residence · Conditions: Only available to 2 students booking together. · Facilities: Bed linen, Cooking facilities, Deposit requiered upon arrival, Every day cleaning not included, Heating, Iron, Kitchen, Laundry, Public transport near, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet
twin room
from €270/week
Student Residence Single RoomResidenceStudents per room: 1 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Residence · Distance from school: 8 Km
Single room
from €340/week
Host Family (Single, en-suite)Host familyStudents per room: 1 · Board: Half board · Minimum age: 16 · Accommodation type: Host Family · Distance from school: 25 Km · Facilities: Bed linen, Cable TV, Car parking, Central location, Close to local amenities, Cooking facilities, Heating, Kitchen, Microwave, Public transport near, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Tea/Coffee Maker, Towels, Washing Machine, Wireless (WIFI) Internet
Single room with private bathroom in a host family in Dublin, half board: breakfast and evening meal Monday to Friday, full board at weekends. Arrival and departure on Saturday or Sunday. Minimum stay 2 weeks. Travel time to the school between 30 and 90 minutes by public transport. High season (June to September) EUR 40 per week extra; Christmas and New Year EUR 50 per week extra.
from €370/week
Student Residence Single Room (en-suite)ResidenceStudents per room: 1 · Board: Self Service · Minimum age: 18 · Accommodation type: Residence · Distance from school: 8 Km
Single room with private bathroom in a student residence in Dublin, self-catering. Minimum stay 2 weeks. A security deposit is paid to the residence on arrival.
from €390/week

About the school

Welcome to ISE Ireland – The International School of English, a leading English language college with vibrant campuses in Dublin, Ireland. We specialise in delivering high-quality English language courses that are not only academically enriching but truly life-changing. Whether you are a junior or teenage learner, or an adult student seeking to improve your English for personal, academic or professional reasons, we offer a warm, supportive and immersive learning environment where you can thrive. At the heart of everything we do is you — the student. Your goals, growth and wellbeing are our top priorities. Our dedicated team of experienced teachers and staff are passionate about helping you succeed both inside and outside the classroom. Each year, students from around the world join ISE Ireland to improve their English, experience Irish culture and build international friendships.

About the school: ISE Ireland - The International School of English

Number of classrooms: 9

Average nº of student per classroom: 15

Minimum student age: 16

Placement test on the first day: ✗

Distance from the airport: 17 km.

Closest airport: Dublin

Year the school opened: 1997

School opening times: 9:00 - 18:00

Facilities

Canteen · Computer room · Cultural trips · Eating area · Free internet access · Internet WIFI · Library · Self study material · Snack machines · Social activities · Student room · Study room

Student information

Nationality Mix

ISE Ireland welcomes students from a wide range of countries. Recent student nationalities across our Dublin centres include:

Brazil, Mexico, South Korea, Italy, Spain, Mongolia, France, Turkey, Japan and Taiwan.

This diverse international mix encourages students to communicate in English and creates a truly multicultural learning environment.

First Language Breakdown

The most common first languages among our students include:

Portuguese, Spanish, Korean, Italian, Mongolian, French, Turkish, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese.

This linguistic diversity supports an immersive English-speaking environment both inside and outside the classroom.

Please note that the nationality mix and first language distribution may vary throughout the year depending on student enrolments and programme schedules.

More than just a college, ISE Ireland is a community where students from around the world come together to learn, grow and create unforgettable experiences.

Come and discover how learning English with us can open new doors and shape your future.

Terms & Conditions: ISE Ireland - The International School of English

- Services must be paid in full 30 days before the course starts in order to complete the enrolment and secure a place in the course and/or accommodation.

- Bookings are not transferable.

- Bank charges are payable by students

- Students must be 16 years of age or over

Cancellation policy

- The cancellation needs to be communicated in writing to the school by the person who booked the course.

- The deposit is non-refundable.

- Enrolment fee is non-refundable.

- The registration fee is non-refundable.

- Accommodation booking fee is non-refundable.

- No refund will be made for shortening the course duration after the payment.

- There is no refund for any cancellation once the course has commenced.

- After a course has started there is no refund for any accommodation or other item booked.

- No tuition refunds are given for late arrivals, early departures or absences, for whatever reason, from classes during any course.

- If a student is absent for one or more weeks at a time, arrangements can be made for the course duration to be extended at no extra cost.

Refund policy

- A cancellation fee of € 150 applies when a course is cancelled less than 4 week before course commencement date.

Visa refusal

- In case a visa is refused to the student, the school will charge 150 Euro and the remaining balance will be refunded to the student upon receipt of an original VISA refusal letter.

Other terms

Upon receipt of your correctly completed booking form you will receive:

Confirmation of your enrolment and chosen course.

Fees are due as follows:

Visa Applicants:All Fees MUST be paid prior to your application to the Irish Embassy

Students in Ireland: Fees MUST be paid a minimum of 4 weeks prior to starting classes

Student reviews

4.7out of 5

4 reviews

Location5.0
Facilities4.3
Activities4.5
Teachers5.0

RoberFrance ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2016

4 weeks · 09/2015

The Classes are organised very well. Each classroom has their proper English level and there isn’t too many people. You can pay your fees per month, this is handy for au pair students.”
PatriciaSpain ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2016

3 weeks · 05/2015

“I met a lot of people here who became my friends”
IsoldeGermany ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2016

3 weeks · 03/2011

“I improved my English so much thanks to your school! Recommendable to everyone looking for a language school, especially to those who want to take the CAE exam – the preparation was fantastic. Also for Au-Pairs as the prices are really affordable!”
InmaculadaSpain ★★★★★ Not verified · LanguageBookings, 2015

3 weeks · 08/2015

I really enjoy going to school because Sean is an incredible teacher and we can to learn not only english but to learn and understand sticky situations in other countries. The company was great, interactive colleagues. Perhaps administrative or staff people can do more things when you arrive, for example an e- mail with welcome-information... but at the end for me the most important thing was the teacher.

How we collect reviews: «Verified booking» means we e-mailed the student who booked when the course ended, so we know they took that course. «Invited by the school» or «by the agency» means the school or agency gave us the e-mail of one of its students and declared that they are a real student; we sent the invitation ourselves, but we did not see the booking. «Not verified» marks older LanguageBookings reviews written without a booking check. We publish good and bad reviews alike: schools and agencies cannot delete or hide them, they can only reply. We hide only insults and personal data.

Course types in Dublin

Compare in Dublin: General English courses · Intensive English courses · Afternoon English courses · Super-intensive English courses

Looking for accommodation on your own? Host families and rooms in Dublin on Gomfy

Help

How do I book a language course / accommodation?

Booking with us is really easy. You just have to go to the link of the school you are interested in. Where it says COURSE and then START, you select the dates you wish to study there. Afterwards, you select how many weeks you want to study.

You then select the course you wish to attend. You can add optional services, such as accommodation and airport transfer. If you would like to add these additional services, you need to go further down the page where you will find the section relating to ACCOMMODATION. You select the option of the type of accommodation you want (You do not have to select the dates here if they are the same as the course - they are automatically selected).

After the Accommodation, you have another option, that of TRANSFER. This option allows you to book a transport that will pick you up at the airport and will take you to your residence or host family.

Once you have selected all these options, on your right hand side, you are going to see a summary of your reservation with all the information about the course and the accommodation, together with their prices. Also, the deposit you have to pay will be displayed there. You just have to press the Orange Button that says BOOK NOW and this will take you to another page to enter your personal details. When you are booking you only have to pay the little deposit. After that, we will contact the school and request your booking. When your booking is confirmed by the school or host, they will hold your place until the your booking balance is paid in full. The same applies for the accommodation. You can pay with credit card, a PayPal account or, for most countries, bank transfer; as you prefer. This deposit you pay now will be discounted from the total price. The rest of the money will not have to be paid until 15 days before your course starts. In any case, you will be receiving emails about your deposit payments; and also, reminders about the rest of the money when it needs to be paid.

What are the benefits of booking through LanguageBookings.com?

Our discount: When the school offers it, you get the LanguageBookings discount and pay less than the school's own price list. You will see it on the school and course pages.

Help in your language: We answer your questions in your language, before and after you book.

We deal with the school for you: If the price, dates or accommodation change, we sort it out with the school on your behalf.

Book with a deposit only: The deposit is part of the course price, not an extra charge. If you pay by card, it is only authorised when you book and charged once the school confirms your place. If the school cannot confirm it, you are not charged, or the deposit is refunded in full.

When do the courses start?

The start dates of intensive and standard language courses are generally flexible. If you have some basic knowledge of the language, you will be able to start any Monday of the year at almost any school. If you are a total beginner, courses usually start once or twice a month.

You should be aware that language schools have more students in July and August than during any other time of year, which means that course fees, housing prices and the overall cost of living are often more expensive during this time. If you would like to book a course in July or August, you should do so very early: schools have limited spots and might be booked well in advance for the high season. Your chances to get your preferred housing type are also greater if you book your course early. Housing options near the school are especially difficult to secure in the summer and tend to fill up quickly.

Language courses during the low season (September to June) are not only less expensive, but also have smaller classes. If you are able to wait to take your courses during this time you will pay less for your courses, and you may even receive better housing, since demand is much lower. Please, review this information within the language course details on the language school page.

How do I know if a place is available?

You can find the availability status underneath each price on the school / host page. Nevertheless, if you submit a reservation request and your place is not available, the deposit paid will be 100% refunded.