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Donegal English Language SchoolDonegal, Ireland

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Rating: 5.0/5.0

2 students - overall rating
West End, Magheracar, Bundoran, Co. - F94 X997 Donegal - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Stunning seaside location on the Wild Atlantic Way.
  • Award winning school.
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

  • Excellent rating of student apartments
    4.5

    Rating: 4.5/5.0

  • Top rated social activities
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

  • Top rated school facilities
    4.5

    Rating: 4.5/5.0


Venue: Donegal English Language School is located outside of the town of Bundoran in Ireland’s County Donegal, alongside the Wild Atlantic Way trail looking out across the sea. The coastline here in northwestern Ireland has long been an attraction for tourists who, in the summer months, make use of the naturally formed swimming pools and sandy beaches, while the town of Bundoran’s fairy bridges and wishing chair have been an attraction since the late 1700s.

The school: Donegal English Language School, or DELS, has a large building with a long lawn in between it and the Atlantic coast. It is a family run business with more than a 30 year history. They welcome students, both juniors and adults, from around the world to study on their English only or English & Activities programmes.

Courses: DELS offers a wide range of courses which include General English, Business English, English and Work Experience programmes for adults and their English & Activities programmes are not limited to their teen students. Adults are also invited to participate in the English and Surfing or Hiking programmes. Junior programmes generally take place in the summer months and have a wide range of activities which can include Horseback Riding, Surfing, or a mix of varied activities. Family programmes are also available so everyone can learn and have fun, not just the kids.

Aurora Borealis: As an added bonus for students coming from more southern latitudes, County Donegal often has views of the Northern Lights.

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Work & Study
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Language Plus Activity

Our prices for Donegal English Language School include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance

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Student opinions about Donegal English Language School, Donegal

5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
Donegal English Language School, Donegal
2 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Facilities
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Social activities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Organisation
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers are very nice and committed. The lessons prioritise speaking.
Disliked
Frequent change of timetables
Insider tip: The beaches of Bundoran
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Here you will also learn a lot about the history, culture and literature of Ireland.
Other comments Lots of walking is the order of the day
Course: General English  - 1 week
Review date: 12. Aug. 2024 by Theresa Metawi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Very, very nice and committed teachers
Disliked
Sometimes plans were changed at short notice and if you were at one school in the morning until 12.30pm and then at the other school from 1.30pm, there was no time for lunch.....
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super
Course: General English  - 1 week
Review date: 13. Aug. 2024 by Silke Bartsch
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Donegal English Language School compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 Donegal English Language School DonegalAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Homestay4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Donegal English Language School

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACELSMEI / RELSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalDepartment of English and Science
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
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
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 Donegal English Language School and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1985
Legal name/parent company
Donegal Language School | Tax registration ID: 2975459NH

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Copy machine

  • Basketball court

  • Soccer field / football pitch

  • Free coffee

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

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

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Career guidance service (free)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Internship placement guidance service (free)

  • Job placement guidance service (free)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 4
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age

Minimum age of students
18 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 2
Junior courses In summer: 3
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1

Information for all courses offered by Donegal English Language School

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 €
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 €. 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, 05 Feb 2024, 17 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 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.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
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 Italy 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
No
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
Cooking2 km
Golf2 km
Horse riding3 km
Music1 km
Swimming2 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Each week students have the opportunity to join a range of afternoon or evening activities, from cooking popular Irish dishes, listening to some local musicians in the pub or joining a themed conversation class, you will be guaranteed to find something of interest.

Adults - Paid activities

Once a week students get the opportunity to explore some of the beautiful scenic
wonders along the WIld Atlantic Way while also getting the opportunity to visit the
towns and cities of Derry, Sligo, Letterkenny, and Galway. From climbing Slieve
League, some of Europe's tallest cliffs, taking in the forests and nature of Lough
Key Forest Park or visiting the historic walls of Derry, there is something for
everyone's taste.

Junior - Free activities

Creative workshops, water activities, Gaelic football, bowling nights, trips to the cinema, discos, team building, as well as weekly excursions to destinations such as Glenveagh National Park, Slieve League, Marble Arch Caves and many more places of natural beauty along the Wild Atlantic way.

Junior - Paid activities

Creative workshops, water activities, gaelic football, bowling nights, trips to the cinema, discos, team building, as well as weekly excursions to destinations such as Glenveagh National Park, Slieve League, Marble Arch Caves and many more places of natural beauty along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Adult Sample Itinerary 2024
Adult Sample Itinerary 2024
Excursion options 2024
Excursion options 2024
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Junior Sample Camp Schedule 2024
Junior Sample Camp Schedule 2024

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Questions and answers about Donegal English Language School

  • Yes, we have an Erasmus number
    Daniel Browne , General Manager from Donegal English Language School - Nov 19, 2024
  • We have the half day excursion on Friday for example to Mullaghmore Loop, Glencar Waterfall and the Devil’s Chimney Hike. You will also have the option to take part in our full day excursion on Saturday for example to Sliabh League and Donegal Town. There are also activities in the afternoon after school.
    Tara, from Donegal English Language School - Nov 19, 2024
  • We normally don’t accept absolute beginners. Our adult classes start from lower intermediate. I would suggest the client undertake our online test to assess their current level. We can then follow up with an online interview to make sure we make the correct assessment on their level before making a decision.
    Daniel, General Manager from Donegal English Language School - Dec 02, 2024

FAQ about Donegal English Language School, Donegal

  • English courses at Donegal English Language School start at 146 € for English and Work Study Visa – Homestay course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Residence is the most popular among all our clients of Donegal English Language School
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Donegal English Language School varies from 1 students (One-to-One Lessons ) to 15 students (Junior Course: English & Horse Riding)
  • 100% of teachers at Donegal English Language School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.

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