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Cork English WorldCork, Ireland

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

47 students - overall rating
Crawford Park, Bishop Street - T12 YC84 Cork - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Apartment accommodation next to the school
  • Free weekly conversation class.
  • Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 32%
25-34 years 40%
35-50 years 24%
>50 years 4%
The average age outside summer is 8 years higher than in summer.

Location: Just across the River Lee, in the engaging Irish city of Cork, is Cork English World. Cork is the third largest city in Ireland and although reasonably small, it is jam packed with things to see.

Local attractions: Cork has some interesting local food treats for those interested, and these can be tried and tested in the English Market or in one of the many cultural festivals and fetes that frequent the city. The city has two cathedrals, and the most spectacular one, the gothic Fin Barre's Cathedral, is opposite Cork English World. The Crawford Gallery is a great way to view the local art with over 1000 art pieces using a number of different mediums. All of the inner city attractions are within a 20 minute walking circumference of the school. There are also attractions outside the city which are well worth a visit including the Cork City Gaol Museum, Blarney Castle and the Cork Butter Museum. A quick walk across the River Lee and students can find a well connected bus station for trips outside the city centre. Cork has all you can need for a stay, with local pubs, restaurants, bars and shops and the nightlife is true to the Irish reputation.

Getting around: The city has its own international airport but for those coming into the city from the capital city of Dublin, there are frequent bus and train services which generally take about 3 hours.

School facilities: The architecture throughout the city is of a Georgian style and this is reflected in the beautiful school building at Cork English World. Inside the school the facilities are modern and the atmosphere homely.

Teaching style: The teachers are up to date with the current teaching methodology and there is an inhouse teacher training programme to ensure that the students receive the best teaching possible during their stay at Cork English World.

Course structure: To accompany a range of different general English classes available, the school also offers its students the opportunity to join an exam preparation course in either the IELTS exam course or FCE Cambridge Exam, both of which are credible English exams that can be used for employment or further education.

Social activities: The Irish are known for their friendliness and the school offers its students a number of after class activities that can be joined by simply signing up to them in reception. These include a free weekly conversation class, half day excursions, visits to local attractions, evening socialising at local taverns and at times a full day excursion.

English Courses

General Language
Private
Work & Study

Our prices for Cork English World include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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Student opinions about Cork English World, Cork

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
Cork English World, Cork
47 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Organisation
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.4 

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (20 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (15 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 50+ years (10 ratings)
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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Perfect location, everything was close by. The afternoon classes were great, a lot of conversation, the morning ones could have been organised in smaller groups and with emphasis on conversation, less grammar.
Disliked
No trips or outings. Everyone has to make their own arrangements, but the people at the school are very helpful and help if they can and know how to arrange something.
Review details
Course: GE15 - General English 15 [Angielski] - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. May. 2022 by Sylwia Kaniewska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
I liked best the fun-lessons, the optional afternoon activities (Coversation Class, Debating Class), Freizeitaktivitäten and a friendly, approachable atmosphere in the language school!
Insider tip: If you want to learn English even more and communicate daily in the language instead of having the multicultural and lively life of the apartment residence, you should prefer a host family as accommodation.
Review details
Other comments The team (management and front desk at school) are very nice, helpful and accommodating, be it problems or small questions. I would like an exam course there.
Course: GE24 General English Intensive - 4 weeks
Review date: 31. Aug. 2015 by Anastasia Shutova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Very competent teachers care about our progress with individual and weekly assessments of our level. Listening and speaking every day. Small classrooms, never more than 10 people.
Insider tip: In the afternoon, the additional free classes are fully recommended. You join the course at the beginning, middle or end of the textbook. If you like to drink beer, that's great, if not, you'll die of boredom in this town.
Review details
Course: GE20 - General English 20 - 7 weeks
Review date: 17. Oct. 2016 by Jose Joaquin Gonzalez Andres
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
My teacher for her ability to express verbally and bodily, thus making herself understood by the students. And the secretarial staff for empathising and helping.
Review details
Other comments I think that social activities should be worked and promoted more in class. Not only hang the weekly shift. I also think they should do activities in the school dedicated to encourage socialisation.
Course: GE24 General English Intensive - 3 weeks
Review date: 2. Oct. 2016 by Virtudes Josefa Fernandez Fernandez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Their teachers are awesome. They encourage you all time which makes it easier to learn English. Congratulations to Barry and Corinna (C1 Group).
Review details
Other comments The school should organize more social activities to involve their students in the Irish culture.
Course: GE15- General English 15 - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2017 by Daniel Tortosa Sánchez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
I liked the type of teaching, it was always fun and taughtful even if sometimes it was boring. Even the tests werent't that much.
Insider tip: Just speak! Don't be shy or scared. t is the best way to improve it!!
Review details
Course: GE20 - General English 20 - 11 weeks
Review date: 20. Dec. 2017 by Giulia Brok
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers and staff are very attentive and the school personnel tries that the student feel as best as possible.
Insider tip: The extra activities are not very desirable.
Review details
Course: GE20 - General English 20 - 6 weeks
Review date: 25. Aug. 2015 by María Teresa Donstrup Portilla
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The school is close to the city center and within walking distance of student apartments.
Disliked
I believe that the level of English proficiency required to attend classes is very high compared to other schools and does not match the minimum required in the initial assessment test to enter the course.
Review details
Course: GE 30 - Intensive English [Inglese] - 1 week
Review date: 30. Jul. 2024 by Paola Conti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The seriousness, kindness and professionalism, particularly Angela, my teacher.
Insider tip: We booked our own accommodation
Review details
Other comments It is a great center, very well organized and they help you in everything they can
Course: GE15- General English 15 - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Sep. 2015 by Carmen De Pablo Mateos
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Some teachers and the person that welcomed us. The girl at reception as well.
Review details
Course: GE15- General English 15 - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Sep. 2015 by Antonio Salamero Salas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers were good and lessons were funny and interesting.
Review details
Other comments I would have liked that the school organized more trips and activities.
Course: GE20- General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Sep. 2017 by Eva María Villalba
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The people were very friendly and the teachers were very open.
Insider tip: Enjoy the stay because it is wonderful
Review details
Other comments It is a good school, with different sites that are very comfortable, and the staff is very good.
Course: GE1 - General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2014 by Carolina Rodríguez Alonso
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The availability of teachers and the friendly atmosphere
Review details
Course: GE20 General English (Special offer 4 weeks for the price of 3) - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Feb. 2016 by Vincenzo Enrico Di Flora
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Cultural exchange, friendly and open teachers.
Disliked
No afternoon programme (would have been very nice in the first few weeks).
Review details
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning [Englisch] - 15 weeks
Review date: 18. Dec. 2024 by Rebecca Weitzel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Convenient class times, good teaching staff
Review details
Course: GE15 - General English - Morning [Angielski] - 1 week
Review date: 5. Jun. 2024 by Agata Kałuża
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Location, teachers, and the host family
Insider tip: Fill in the gaps in your vocabulary and refresh your grammar before arrival.
Review details
Other comments I enjoyed my time in the city and at school!
Course: Afternoon General English [Английский] - 1 week
Review date: 5. Nov. 2018 by Liliya Bekchaeva
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Lessons and meeting of foreign students
Insider tip: That there is no class for students above c1
Review details
Course: GE20 - General English 20 - 6 weeks
Review date: 13. Aug. 2018 by Martina Valdivieso
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
The opportunity to meet so many people
Insider tip: Choose an accomodation different from the one proposed by the school. The school cannot guarantees the services offered.
Review details
Other comments The staff should improve the way to relate themselves to the public.
Course: GE2 - General English 15 - 8 weeks
Review date: 27. Apr. 2015 by Michela Pugliese
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
The atmosphere and the friendly staff
Insider tip: I do not understand the question!
Review details
Other comments Accommodation does not apply to me, I chose my host and it was a good choice.
Course: GE15- General English 15 - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Mar. 2017 by Isaline Segabrugo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teacher and his teaching method.
Review details
Course: GE15 - General English 15 - 4 weeks
Review date: 25. Mar. 2019 by Luis Cubo Delgado
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The courses are really interesting.
Review details
Other comments I recommend
Course: Afternoon General English  - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Dec. 2018 by Amandine Bidet
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
The teachers are excellent.
Review details
Other comments Overall I am very satisfied with the school.
Course: GE20 - General English 20 - 6 weeks
Review date: 26. May. 2015 by Eva Lopez Medina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
School has wi-fi
Insider tip: After getting off the plane, the transfer was just a taxi. It's ridiculously expensive for 50 €, so you should usually pick up a taxi.
Review details
Course: Work & Study Programme 15 - Morning  - 25 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2020 by Masamune Kimoto
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Cork English World compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 Cork English World CorkAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Homestay3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Cork English World (CEW)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACELSPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalEducation In 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
42% male / 58% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Cork English World and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2011
Legal name/parent company
Cork English Training World, Ltd. | Tax registration ID: TIN 9771843K

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Movie rental

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Printer for student use

  • Video game console

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 12
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 136
Throughout the year: 110
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 35%
Spain 15%
Korea 12%
France 10%
Italy 5%
Germany 5%
Saudi Arabia 3%
Japan 3%
Thailand 1%
Other nationalities 11%

Information for all courses offered by Cork English World

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Comments about courses

For general courses: EUR 20 book deposit which will be refunded when the book is returned at the end of the course, provided it is in good condition.

Students requiring a VISA and studying for 25 weeks, need to book the Work & Study Programme. It consists of GE and exam preparation, and students can work part-time. It includes insurance.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 65 €. 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, 18 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 16 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 27 Jan 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 email.
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.

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Cork Airport (ORK).
More details about airports near Cork and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Cork page. For flight comparisons to Cork, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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)
30 €
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
Ballet1 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing3 km
Diving25 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf10 km
Horse riding10 km
Mountainbiking25 km
Music1 km
Squash3 km
Swimming3 km
Table Tennis3 km
Tennis3 km
Volleyball3 km
Windsurfing15 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Ceili by the Lough in the Summer (Irish dancing).
- Historical Tour of Cork City.
- Visits to Galleries and Museums.

Adults - Paid activities

- Visits to Cobh, Blarney, and Middleton.
Video about leisure activities at Cork English World Cork

Accommodation

Student Testimonial Videos

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Questions and answers about Cork English World

  • The school offers courses of 20 hours per week, so this will not be a problem. However, if the 20-hour course is not available during the dates you are interested in, you will have to book 15 hours per week + 5 extra private lessons/week in order to credit a total of 20 hours each week.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 23, 2022

FAQ about Cork English World, Cork

  • The registration process is the same as for all students, by clicking on the price calculator's "RESERVE at The Lowest Price" you will pass on to our registration.
    Once the course and/or accommodation is registered, booked in and paid for, the school will issue a visa letter. If your visa is for whatever reason rejected, Cork English World has agreed to the LanguageCourse.Net policy that no more than 180€ can be charged in cancellation.
    Fraser Provan , Area Manager English from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 16, 2022
  • The accommodation EazyCork is the most popular among all our clients of Cork English World
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Cork English World varies from 1 students (One-to-One Private Tuition (20)) to 15 students (GE15 - General English - Morning)
  • 100% of teachers at Cork English World hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Cork English World comes from Brazil with a 35% representation, followed by students from Spain (15%) and Korea (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Cork English World offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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