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Apollo English Language CentreDublin, Ireland

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

10 students - overall rating
5 Lad Lane - D02 FA33 Dublin - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • The only Irish language school to ever have won the Star Junior Programme for under 18s global industry Award at the Study Travel Star Awards.
  • ST Star Awards "New Language School" winner for 2020/2021.
What we dislike about the school
  • Older students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 32%
25-34 years 40%
35-50 years 10%
>50 years 8%

Location: Apollo English Language Centre Dublin is an English language school located in the vibrant and bustling Irish capital of Dublin. The school is a 5-minute walk from the famous Grafton Street and Stephen's Green, beside the European headquarters of LinkedIn. There are cafes, bars, restaurants, shops and attractions nearby. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the National Museum of Ireland, the Book of Kells, The Molly Malone Statue, the National Concert Hall and much more.

Course selection: The school provides English language programmes to students of all levels. In addition to General English taught over several schedules and intensities, Exam Preparation programmes (IELTS, FCE, CAE), Teacher Training courses, Internships, work programmes, and a selection of seasonal junior courses are also readily available.

Social and cultural: Apollo likes to provide a well-rounded learning and social experience for students inside and outside the classroom. In addition to a social calendar of activities and happenings around the city, the school also has an Apollo Student App to assist with arranging and booking specific activities.

Getting around: The school is within a 30-minute walk of Dublin city centre and has many of the city's attractions nearby. There are also several links to public transport nearby, with the Dublin Pearse train station a 15-minute walk from the school and the Dawson tram stop within a 7-minute walk of the school's front doors. There are multiple bus stops just outside the school.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Real World EnglishPopular English course
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
285€271€
Course Details
Real World English Plus
25 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
335€319€
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Study & Work Programme - Real World English Afternoon
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
130€124€
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Study & Work Programme - Real World English Morning
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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170€162€
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Afternoon Real World English
15 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
200€190€
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Junior
Junior Programme - Maynooth University (12 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
1275€1244€
Includes accommodation
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Junior Programme - Sutton Park School (11 to 17 years old)
15 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
975€951€
Includes accommodation
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Young Learners Programme (16 to 19 years old)
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
975€951€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE FocusRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
285€271€
Course Details
CAE FocusRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
285€271€
Course Details
IELTS FocusRecommended English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
285€271€
Course Details
Specialty Courses
Training Course for Teachers of English
25 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
413€393€
Course Details

Our prices for Apollo English Language Centre include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • 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

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  • Maynooth University Residential Centre
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Student opinions about Apollo English Language Centre, Dublin

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Overall school rating of
Apollo English Language Centre, Dublin
10 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money
3.6 

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

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

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (2 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Students 31-49 years (4 ratings)
3.8 

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Students 50+ years (3 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

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

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I liked the way the classes were run and the variety of activities, the approach of the teacher to her students, the international composition of the class, the punctuality of the start of classes”
Insider tip: “Maximise the opportunity to converse in a foreign language, do not stress.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Positive
Other comments Very nice atmosphere, I recommend it.
Course: Real World English - 2 weeks
Review date: 7. Jun. 2022 by Tomasz Dobosz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
39 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The staff and teachers were nice, and the school is modern and comfortable.”
Disliked
“I was expecting a course addressed to teachers up to C2 level, not C1 and another type of methodology, not centered on the book and IELTS preparation which I was not taking, but more fun and challenging.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: It's addressed to students who are preparing for the IELTS. I was expecting more about the course as well as the teacher Training. There's not a lot I can bring back to my lessons as a teacher.
Course: Real World English 20 + 5 Teacher Training - 2 weeks
Review date: 15. Aug. 2023 by Luz Maria Montiel Hijano
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Excellent organisation and teachers.”
Disliked
“An expensive textbook for only two weeks.”
Insider tip: “Enrol in the activities to socialize.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Good teachers. Maybe more varied methodology.
Other comments It's a good centre.
Course: Real World English 20 + 5 Teacher Training - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2023 by Mónica Ruiviejo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“Well located and correct facilities.”
Disliked
“The country is expensive, but the value for money is not adequate. It was 20 hours a week but it was not worth what I paid, many changes of teachers, loss of time in class, and the quality of teaching dropped. But it's not a bad school.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Lots of downtime in class, and that's money.
Other comments There was no level test upon arrival. They are based on a test that you do at home and in the emails from LanguageCourse.Net it stated that a level test is done at the school to be placed in the right level, which is what you pay for. They also do not give you a student card and in the emails they indicate that they do.
Course: Real World English [Inglés] - 3 weeks
Review date: 23. Aug. 2022 by Aitor Goienetxea Guerra
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
36 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Wonderful teachers”
Insider tip: “None”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: none
Course: Real World English - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Jun. 2022 by Ilona Cieślińska-Gąsior
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
55 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“FacilitieS, staff”
Disliked
“The methodology employed, too traditional and the obligation of paying for the book for short stays.”
Review details
Course: Real World English 20 + 5 Teacher Training - 2 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2023 by Inmaculada Gumersindo Ortega
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of Apollo English Language Centre compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland

 Apollo English Language Centre DublinAverage of all other schools in Ireland
Overall school rating4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Apollo English Language Centre

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOEAQUALSMEI / RELSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalILEP
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 8:15
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 Apollo English Language Centre and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2016
Legal name/parent company
Apollo Language Centre. | Tax registration ID: 583890
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

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

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Career guidance service (free)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 15

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Accessible Toilet

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 200
Throughout the year: 250
Junior courses - In summer: 250
Minimum age of students
16 years
11 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 14 years
Throughout the year: 14 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Italy 18%
Spain 15%
France 12%
Germany 8%
Turkey 5%
Saudi Arabia 5%
Other nationalities 37%

Information for all courses offered by Apollo English Language Centre

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
75.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 80 € per course level.
Comments about courses

School offers orientation at the school for new students at 11:00 on the following public holidays: 5 Aug. Lessons will start on Tuesday of this week.

Medical Insurance:

  • Up to 90 days: EUR 75
  • Up to 1 year: EUR 140.

    Airport transfers summer supplement (15 Jun to 11 Aug): EUR 150 each way.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 100 €. 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, 18 Mar 2024, 22 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 29 Oct 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 Oct 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 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 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.

Airport transfer

Dublin Airport:
90 € one way
180 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Dublin and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Dublin page. For flight comparisons to Dublin, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Singapore 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)
150 €
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 possible
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Golf
Music
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Conversation club
- Chester Beatty Museum
- National Gallery
- Merrion Square Food Market
- Botanic Gardens

Adults - Paid activities

- Guiness Storehouse €26
- Dublin Castle €7
- Trim Castle €5
- Epic Museum €20
- Irish Whiskey Museum €20
- GPO €7
Dublinia €15
Escape Boat €25

Junior - Free activities

Residential Programme at Maynooth University includes: a wide variety of activities every afternoon & evening. Plus two full day trips per week on Wednesdays & Saturdays.
Dublin City Trip on Sundays also included.

Host Family Programme Dublin at Sutton Park School includes: a wide variety of activities every day. Plus two full day trips per week on Wednesdays & Saturdays. Also, two evening activities per week.

Junior - Paid activities

Activities for juniors are included in the cost of the junior programmes.

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
1 rating
from
275 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
1 rating
from
235 €
Apartment
Single room, No meals
Only limited places left for the summer months!
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
1 rating
from
330 €

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Questions and answers about Apollo English Language Centre

  • “Unfortunately, the minimum age for the Junior Centers is 11 years old, we cannot accept a 10 year old child.”
    Bruna Borges, Bookings Manager from Apollo Language Centre - May 16, 2023
  • “Yes, for junior students who choose not to stay at the school's accommodation, it is obligatory for an adult to accompany them to and from school.”
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - May 25, 2023

FAQ about Apollo English Language Centre, Dublin

  • “The difference between these two courses (Real English World and Young Learners) is that one is for mature students (mixed ages, from 16 upwards) and the other for Junior students (16-19 years old only). In general, the Junior programmes are more expensive as they require more supervision. ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 09, 2023
  • “The placement test is taken on the first day of class and tests all 4 areas of the language. It serves to understand your initial level and assign you to the group most suited to your knowledge”
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 22, 2024
  • “The school currently (2024) has an on-site cafeteria, microwave and refrigerator for students, drinks and water vending machines. ”
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 22, 2024
  • “Currently (2024), the school offers both free and paid activities. Activities are planned weekly and are entirely voluntary. ”
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 22, 2024
  • 100% of teachers at Apollo English Language Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Apollo English Language Centre comes from Italy with a 18% representation, followed by students from Spain (15%) and France (12%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Apollo English Language Centre offers courses from 11 years (Junior Programme - Sutton Park School, 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 14 during the summer and 14 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of Apollo English Language Centre

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