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"I have learnt a lot by studying with both the Callan Method and the more traditional methods. I am confident that I am getting the best possible help."
Viviana, Italy
"I've learnt more in 3 months in the school than one year at University! And the teachers are great, funny and interesting in different ways, lovely!"
Jeanne, France
"Among the English academies that I have tried in Dublin, it is the best I have had. The value for money is the best of any English school in Dublin."
Oscar, Spain
Don’t know your English level? No problem! We can test you.
Before booking a course, you can take a free trial class.
We teach General English courses with the world-renowned Callan Method.
Learn to speak English with our highly interactive online english courses taught with the Callan Method.
It’s a fun, fast and effective way to improve your communication skills.
These General English courses are perfect for those just starting their English learning adventure as well as those at higher levels.
Students are placed in small groups in one of 12 different levels according to their current skills.
To see how you can quickly improve your English, you can book a free trial class today!
The Central School of English is accredited by the Callan Method Organisation in London.
The internationally respected Cambridge English Exams prove to employers that you have the English language skills they require.
A Cambridge certificate also opens opportunities in further education and is often required for immigration purposes.
Our expert teachers will show you techniques for approaching each of the tests in the exam and ensure you have the grammar and vocabulary skills you need for success.
We prepare students for the Cambridge KET, PET, FCE and CAE Exams. Book a free trial class today!
The Central School of English is recognised by Cambridge English as an Exam Preparation Centre.
Learn English in the centre of Dublin
Central – Right in the heart of the city
Comfortable – Spacious, bright classrooms
Convenient – Excellent transport links to all of Ireland
Friendly – A small school owned and run by teachers
Tailor-made corporate training
Focused – Centered on industry-specific language
Flexible – Courses designed around your business needs
On-Site/Off-Site – Training at our place or yours – or online
Measurable Results – Pre and post-training assessments
One-to-one courses with your own tutor
Tailor-made – Course designed around your needs
Motivating – Be inspired by your expert teacher
Focused – The English you need for work
Exam Help – Guided practice in all tests
Join your teacher and classmates from home Zoom
Modern – Live classes in a virtual classroom
Convenient – Save time and costs of travel
Interactive – See, speak and hear as you would in a classroom
Safe – Keep your social distance
Our building is at 23 Marlborough Street, a one-minute walk east from the Spire on Dublin’s main thoroughfare, O’Connell Street.
There’s a LUAS (tram) stop on our street, the train station is a 5-minute walk away and all city-centre buses stop less than two minutes away.
The Central School of English is the most central English school in Dublin, meaning you have immediate access to all that our city has to offer.
Our classrooms are bright and airy and have comfortable seating. There are many inexpensive cafes and restaurants nearby and bargains to be had from the neighbouring shops.
Typical student expenses in Dublin include:
Tuition Fees:
Course fees depend on the programme, number of lessons per week, and booking duration. Please check our current price list for details. Sample: 25-week courses cost between €2,700 and €3,200.
Accommodation:
Homestay, shared accommodation, private rooms, and student residences vary in price. Students should generally budget around €700–€1,800+ per month, depending on the option chosen.
Food & Groceries:
If meals are not included in your accommodation, budget around €60–€100 per week for groceries, plus extra for coffee, snacks, and eating out.
Public Transport:
Our school is located in Dublin city centre, close to Luas, DART, bus, and train connections. Eligible full-time students can apply for a Student or Young Adult TFI Leap Card, helping reduce transport costs. Dublin city travel may cost around €12–€48 per month, depending on use and eligibility.
Social Activities & Extras:
Students should budget for social activities, course materials, laundry, toiletries, phone credit, and personal spending. A typical allowance is €50–€150 per week.
Health Care
If you have enrolled on a 25-week course at the Central School of English, medical insurance will have been provided to you as part of your course fee but be aware that the medical insurance, like typical medical insurances, doesn’t cover the cost of visits to a doctor or for routine medication. Depending on your needs, you might budget for about €50 per month for health care.
Immigration Permissions/Visas
Learners from non-EU countries should be aware, when budgeting for their course, that there is a fee of €300 to pay for the processing of their application for an immigration permission to attend the course. This is the fee that the Irish Department of Justice charges for processing an application for the immigration permission needed to attend the course. It is charged to the Learner from the Department of Justice.
Estimated Monthly Budget:
Most English language students in Dublin should expect to spend around €1,300–€1,750 per month, excluding tuition fees, flights, visa costs, and insurance.
Prices are estimates for 2026 and may vary depending on lifestyle, accommodation availability, and personal choices.
Join your teacher and classmates in a virtual classroom instead
Modern – Live chat with the latest in video-conferencing
Convenient – Learn from home or wherever you want
Flexible – Join a class at a time that suits you
Interactive – Share live video, images, audio and text
"Very good teachers. The Callan method is really useful and is very fast to learn...
The classes that are given through the internet are very entertaining and effective."
"I have been in this school for three months doing an online course and honestly I ended up very happy, the Callan Method is very effective for learning to communicate in real life and the team of teachers are very professional."
"I can highly recommend this school to everyone! They have good prices for what they do and offer a variety of different classes, and they are very friendly."
