Quality English Language Education, Exclusively for Adult Learners
About Us
Cork English Academy is a privately owned, independent English language school with 15 years of experience. We operate a year-round adult only centre in Cork city.
Since our foundation in 2011 we have endeavoured to create a mature and supportive environment that empowers our students to achieve their language goals and succeed in their personal and professional lives.Our teachers and Academic staff are here to support you with your learning and level progression. All teachers are native English speakers and University graduates with special qualifications to teach English as a foreign language.
School Information
Our school is located in a historic building dating back to the late 1800s, featuring beautiful red and yellow brickwork that reflects its origins as a former flour mill. This unique setting blends modern education with a rich history.
Accreditation and Recognition
We are proud to offer courses fully recognized by ACELS (Accreditation and Coordination of English Language Services), a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
Quality Assurance
Our membership of English Education Ireland (EEI) further strengthens our commitment to delivering an exceptional learning experience.
International Student Community
In 2025, Cork English Academy welcomed students from 35 different countries, building on a community that, since our founding in 2011, has grown to include over 80 nationalities. The average student age that year was 31, with students ranging from 18 to 69 — a mix that fosters a dynamic atmosphere for personal and academic growth.
Students from 35 Countries, One Classroom
Since Cork English Academy was founded in 2011, we’ve welcomed students from over 80 nationalities. In 2025 alone, our students came from 35 different countries, aged 18 to 69, with an average age of 31 — a genuine international mix that makes every class an opportunity to practise English with people from around the world.
Nationality Mix — 2025
Every country our students came from this year
Brazil43.2%
Spain14.4%
Mexico8.0%
Chile7.2%
China3.7%
Italy3.5%
Argentina3.4%
Taiwan3.2%
Japan2.0%
Mongolia1.5%
Turkey1.4%
France1.3%
Panama0.8%
Colombia0.8%
Germany0.7%
Portugal0.6%
Nicaragua0.6%
Uruguay0.4%
El Salvador0.4%
Malaysia0.3%
Poland0.3%
Ukraine0.3%
Guatemala0.3%
Oman0.1%
Albania0.1%
Saudi Arabia0.1%
Morocco0.1%
India0.1%
Paraguay0.1%
Afghanistan0.1%
Ecuador0.1%
Costa Rica0.1%
South Korea0.1%
Hong Kong0.1%
Honduras0.1%Languages Spoken — 2025
All 18 native languages our students brought to Cork English Academy
Join our international community and learn English alongside students from around the world.
School Facilities
18 bright and spacious classrooms, a study area, 2 student chill-out areas and a connectivity lounge all within a historic setting.
Chill-out Area
Check out the school notice boards with information on activities, room rentals, and local job opportunities. We provide water stations offering cold and ice-cold drinking water and vending machines stocked with tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and snacks for a quick refreshment throughout the day.
Study Area
Our library offers reference books, modern novels, local history, graded readers (A1 to C1), and level-specific self-access study materials.
Connectivity Lounge
A computer area with desktops, hot-desk spaces for personal laptops, high-speed internet, Wi-Fi, and a printing facility are available throughout the building.
School Holidays
Plan your English course with confidence. Find our school closure dates, Irish public holidays and information about requesting holidays and breaks during your course.
Plan Your Time in Cork
Cork English Academy observes Irish public holidays and closes for the Christmas period each year. If you are planning a longer course, it is important to consider these dates when choosing your course start and finish dates.
Public Holidays
The school is closed on Irish public holidays. Public holiday dates are listed below for 2026, 2027 and 2028.
Christmas Closure
Cork English Academy closes during the Christmas period. Please check the dates below when planning your course.
Additional Holidays
Students on eligible longer-term programmes may be able to request additional holidays or breaks, subject to the applicable policy.
Public Holidays in Ireland
The following are the Irish public holiday dates for the years shown below.
2026
- 01 January New Year's Day
- 02 February St Brigid's Day
- 17 March St Patrick's Day
- 06 April Easter Monday
- 04 May May Bank Holiday
- 01 June June Bank Holiday
- 03 August August Bank Holiday
- 26 October October Bank Holiday
- 25 December Christmas Day
- 26 December St Stephen's Day
2027
- 01 January New Year's Day
- 01 February St Brigid's Day
- 17 March St Patrick's Day
- 29 March Easter Monday
- 03 May May Bank Holiday
- 07 June June Bank Holiday
- 02 August August Bank Holiday
- 25 October October Bank Holiday
- 25 December Christmas Day
- 26 December St Stephen's Day
2028
- 01 January New Year's Day
- 07 February St Brigid's Day
- 17 March St Patrick's Day
- 17 April Easter Monday
- 01 May May Bank Holiday
- 05 June June Bank Holiday
- 07 August August Bank Holiday
- 30 October October Bank Holiday
- 25 December Christmas Day
- 26 December St Stephen's Day
Christmas Holidays
Cork English Academy closes during the Christmas period. Please use the dates below when planning your course.
2026–2027
2027–2028
2028–2029
Requesting Holidays During Your Course
If you are planning to take a break during your course, please check our Holiday and Breaks Policy before making your plans. Eligibility and conditions may depend on your course and programme type.