Learning at ELI
How you'll learn
english with us
Learning at ELI
A structured methodology, a clear pathway through the levels, and a flexible start date — so learning fits around your life in Ireland.
Methodology
Our teaching methodology
Using a blend of communicative and task-based methods, our experienced teachers use a core textbook to guide their lessons, while incorporating authentic content and materials tailored to students’ interests and goals.
We offer English classes across seven levels, fully aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), ranging from A1 (Beginner) through to C1 (Advanced).
Your progress
Learner pathway
We follow an academic calendar with defined 13-week terms. Feedback is documented and provided to students at every stage.
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13-week academic terms
We follow an academic calendar with defined 13-week terms.
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Progress tests every 3 weeks
Regular checkpoints track how each student is developing.
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Level progression every 12 weeks
Feedback is documented and provided to students at every stage.
Flexible start dates
Rolling enrolment
We operate a rolling enrolment system where new students start and finish their courses every week. Our teachers are trained to adapt and involve new students into the class and curriculum at every stage of the academic term. This means you can choose the start date that is right for you, and you’ll meet new friends and classmates throughout your course.
Course options
Choose your course
General English
15 hrs/week
General English 15-hour focuses on the four main skills while developing each student’s individual grammar and vocabulary.
IELTS Preparation
15 hrs/week
Our IELTS Exam Preparation Course is designed to help you achieve your target score with expert guidance, structured lessons, and regular practice tests. Our approach ensures that you develop fluency and confidence through real-world English practice.
Extended English
20 hrs/week
An additional hour of focused practice each day, split between two specialisms.
Speaking Fluency
A level specific guided conversation class designed to improve communication skills for all contexts.
Professional English
Designed to improve business communication skills for students with intermediate level and above.
Class hours
Timetable
We offer classes in two sessions of 15 hours in the morning and afternoon in all schools. We also offer an additional hour (20-hour programme).
15 Hour - Morning
Dame Street
09:00-12:15
Grand Canal
09:00-12:15
Drogheda
09:00-12:15
20 Hour - Morning
Dame Street
09:00-13:30
Grand Canal
09:00-13:30
Drogheda
09:00-13:25
15 Hour - Afternoon
Dame Street
13:00-17:00 (4 day)
Grand Canal
13:00-17:00 (4 day)
Drogheda
13:45-17:00 (5 day)
Find your fit
Our popular programmes
Experience Ireland +16
A flexible English immersion experience connected to everyday life in Ireland.
Young Adults 16-19
English, independence and shared experiences within a supportive international environment.
Summer Camp 10-17
A summer of English lessons, activities, excursions and new friendships.
Erasmus+ Student Mobility
International mobility experiences developed around institutional goals.
English for Teachers
Develop your English while experiencing education, culture and life in Ireland.
