Learn English in Cork, Ireland

Kinsale School of English:
Kinsale School of English is an English language school in the town of Kinsale, 30 minutes drive from Cork City in southwest Ireland. We offer a range of English courses to students from around the world with all levels of English - from beginner to advanced. We offer group English courses, preparation for the Cambridge CAE & FCE exams, homestay programmes, English courses for juniors and more.

Kinsale is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Ireland. If you are looking for top quality teaching in a vibrant historical town, we have it. This school is owned and run by the teachers, we know what's best for our students. Our teachers hold ACELS recognised qualifications and are truely committed to teaching. For us, each student is an individual,not a number and we know people learn in different ways. Our mission is to have you dreaming in English.

- Because our teachers understand how students learn.
- Because we guarantee small classes (maximum 10).
- Because Kinsale town is safe and friendly.
- All our students get the opportunity to integrate with the local community. Outdoor sports and activities are with local Kinsale groups, as are indoor arts, crafts, yoga etc.
- Our school, accommodation and outdoor activities are all within a short walk (juniors are always accompanied).
- Because you will have no transport worries. We will be at Cork airport to welcome and collect you.
- As professionals our teachers can quickly identify each student's needs. Lessons are in English and focus on skills for conversation and the modern workplace.

Teaching Methods:
Many students tell us they lack the confidence to speak English. We base our teaching on the Communicative Approach to language learning and we focus on communicating in English - to develop that missing confidence.

How do we achieve this? Very simply, we make it fun to learn - Kinsale town becomes your extended classroom. All your sports and creative activities are through English and shared with Irish students. We will give you temporary membership of Kinsale library (another opportunity to integrate). Our teachers will take you on historical walks and to a weekly market where you will be encouraged to communicate.

Back in the classroom, we will help you develop and improve your grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Small classes mean we dedicate more time to each student. Our classrooms are in quiet areas where you will not be distracted.

- Group English courses
- Exam preparation for Cambridge FCE (First Certificate in English) & CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)
- Homestay programmes - Live and learn in your teacher's home
- English classes for au-pairs
- Evening English courses
- Budget English courses
- Junior summer courses for 9 - 16 year olds

Kinsale is one of Ireland's oldest towns and is known as the 'gourmet capital of Ireland'. There are more pleasant cafes and restaurants in its pretty and colourful streets than you will be able to visit. Evenings are lively, often with music in several bars where the welcome is always warm. You can enjoy visiting our craft shops, art galleries, historic castles and museums.

Kinsale School of English is a short walk from the centre of Kinsale. The town is in a beautiful harbour setting with many possibilities to fill your spare time: sailing, angling, whale-watching, kayaking, surfing – or relax and watch the fishing boats return with their catch. Kinsale also has three golf courses. You can learn English while you learn to sail, surf or ride. Our teachers will also take you on historical walks and to the farmers' market.

Cork city is one of Lonely Planet's top 10 cities to visit and 30 minutes by bus or car from Kinsale. Cork International Airport is a 20 minute journey: there are daily flights from all over Europe with Ryanair, Aer Lingus and Wizz Air. Ferries arrive at Cork from France and England. Dublin airport is easily accessible from Cork by rail, coach and air routes.