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ATC Language Schools Bray, Ireland

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4 students - overall rating
Dunluice House, Strand Road - A98 C627 Bray - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • 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.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 20%
18-24 years 20%
25-34 years 30%
35-50 years 20%
>50 years 10%
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.

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.

English Courses

General Language
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

Our prices for ATC Language Schools include

  • 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

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  • Accommodation in Bray
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  • Views of the coast
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  • Enjoying Bray
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  • Day at the beach
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  • ATC Students at the beach.
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  • Canteen
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Student opinions about ATC Language Schools , Bray

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
ATC Language Schools , Bray
4 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Social activities
2.3 

Rating: 2.3/5.0

Organisation
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Value for money
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Morning classes.
Disliked
Social activities.
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Afternoon classes should be more involving. Pronunciation lessons totally useless and badly organised.
Other comments Very helpful and caring staff at the reception.
Course: Intensive English IE26 [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Aug. 2022 by Luisa Pollino
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of ATC Language Schools compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 ATC Language Schools BrayAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities2.3

Rating: 2.3/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

ATC Language Schools (ATC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACELSALTOEAQUALSMEI / RELSAQEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalSelect Ireland
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)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:50
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 ATC Language Schools and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoCash payment - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1973
Legal name/parent company
ATC Language & Travel Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 242699

General school facilities

  • Fridge for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Tourist information

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 23
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 200
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 110
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 20%
Spain 12%
Italy 10%
Korea 7%
Japan 6%
Turkey 6%
France 4%
Germany 3%
China 2%
Switzerland 2%
Chile 1%
Other nationalities 27%

Information for all courses offered by ATC Language Schools

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
60.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 35 € per course level.
Comments about courses

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.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 75 €. 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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
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.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
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.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Germany 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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
45 €
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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Baseball-
Basketball-
Cooking-
Cricket-
Dancing-
Diving12 km
Field Hockey-
Football (soccer)-
Golf4 km
Horse riding8 km
Mountainbiking20 km
Music-
Rugby-
Sailing12 km
Swimming-
Table Tennis-
Tennis-
Volleyball-
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Welcome Tour and Orientation.

Adults - Paid activities

-St Patrick's Cathedral: EUR 7.50/PP
-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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Questions and answers about ATC Language Schools

  • ATC is accredited by ACELS, ALTO, EAQUALS, MEI and QE.
    Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
  • The host families are around 30 minutes walking distance from the school.
    Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 10, 2022
  • 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

  • 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.
  • The accommodation Student Residence is the most popular among all our clients of 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)
  • 100% of teachers at ATC Language Schools hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at ATC Language Schools comes from Brazil with a 20% representation, followed by students from Spain (12%) and Italy (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • 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.

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