DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English - English language school in Dublin, Ireland
    Visa-eligible coursesACELS / QQI recognitionEnglish Education Ireland membership

    DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English

    Dublin, North City4.3 (100 Google reviews)
    Founded:2004

    Key Facts

    Location
    Dublin, Ireland
    Courses
    General English, IELTS preparation, Business English, One-to-one English, Mini-stay programmes
    Rating
    4.3/5 from 100 reviews
    Accreditation
    ACELS / QQI recognition, English Education Ireland membership

    Highlights

    Two Dublin 1 teaching buildingsSix-week General English cyclesHomestay and residential optionsIELTS and business English

    About DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English

    Dublin Cultural Institute began teaching English in 2004 and operates from two Dublin 1 buildings: 34a Bachelors Walk and 73 Middle Abbey Street. Its General English programme covers CEFR A1 to C1, with morning classes from Monday to Friday and afternoon classes from Monday to Thursday. Teaching follows six-week cycles that combine ongoing assessment with a Cambridge-style examination at the end of each cycle. The school also publishes IELTS preparation, Business English, individual tuition and mini-stay options. Students can request homestay accommodation, with breakfast and optional dinner, or places in a nearby residence offering shared facilities and several room configurations. The school states that it has welcomed learners from more than 50 countries and reports an average enrolment of 150 students.

    Practical Information

    Rolling start datesYes
    Accommodation offeredYes
    Airport transferAsk the school
    Courses on the study visa list (ILEP)Yes
    Online coursesAsk the school

    Study visa status checked against the official ILEP and TrustEd Ireland lists on 16 October 2026. See all visa-eligible English schools.

    Established

    Est. 2004

    Accommodation types: Host family, Student residence

    Courses Offered

    General EnglishIELTS preparationBusiness EnglishOne-to-one EnglishMini-stay programmes

    Course offerings

    5 courses

    Business English

    English for Business Communication

    Mon-Thu 09:00-13:00

    General English

    General English

    Mon-Fri 09:00-12:15 or Mon-Thu 13:00-17:00

    IELTS Preparation

    IELTS Preparation

    Mon-Thu 09:00-13:00

    One-to-One English

    One-to-One Professional English

    Flexible

    Other courses

    Mini Stay

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    Course details and prices are as published by each school when we last checked. Confirm the latest directly with the school before booking.

    Accommodation near DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English

    Host families, student residences and short-let stays close to the school. Prices update as you set your dates.

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    Contact & Location

    +353 87 666 0500http://www.dublinci.com/

    34a Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1, D01 A437, Ireland, Dublin, D01 A437

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    Tags

    general-englishdublincity-centreadultintensiveexam-prep

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Google rating for DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English?▾

    DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 100 reviews.

    Where is DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English located?▾

    DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English is located in Dublin, North City, Ireland. The address is 34a Bachelors Walk, Dublin 1, D01 A437, Ireland.

    How do I enrol at DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English?▾

    Visit the DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English website to view course availability and enrol online, or use the enquiry form on this page to request more information directly from the school.

    Does DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English offer accommodation?▾

    Yes, DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English can arrange accommodation for students. Contact the school directly for details of available options and current prices.

    Can I study at DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English on an Irish student visa?▾

    Yes. When we checked on 16 October 2026, DCI | Dublin Cultural Institute | School of English had English language courses on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP), the Irish immigration service's list of courses that qualify for a study visa and Stamp 2 student permission. Eligible English courses last at least 25 weeks. Check that the course you book is on the list before you pay.