Book a quality English language course with CEA Cork, an accredited and recognised English language school, founded in 2011 in the heart of Cork City.
Historical School Building
The school building is full of character and dates back to the late 1800s. It used to be an important flour mill.
The outside of the school as well as some of the classrooms within show off the beautiful and historic red and yellow brick work of the old mill.
Located in the immediate city centre, strategically placed on the River Lee’s South Channel for water-powered milling, the building is now home to English language students from countries all around the world.
Modern Facilities
Where the old meets the new: Our school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including spacious classrooms, a well-stocked library, and comfortable student lounges.
Located in the heart of Cork city, we offer easy access to public transport, shops, cafes, and attractions.
Supportive Environment
Our student services team is here to assist you with everything from registration, accommodation, social activities to visa advice, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable stay in Ireland.
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.
Many members of the teaching staff have experience stretching over many years and have thought English language classes here in Ireland and in countries abroad.
English Language School Facilities
- Fully-equipped, modern and comfortable classrooms
- Self-access, internet centre with free computer, internet access and hot-desking spaces
- Student lounge and common area with vending machine, coffee and snacks available
- Self- study area
- Wireless internet available free throughout the building
- A range of textbooks and current authentic texts for in class use
- School Library: Oxford University Press graded readers and many other books available to borrow for self study at home
Visit the School
School Closure Dates
2024 School Closure/ Public Holiday Dates
5th February, March 18, 01 April, 06 May, 03 June, 05 August, 28 October.
2024 Christmas Holiday/School Closure Dates
21 December 2024 to 05 January 2025. Last day of class will be Friday 20 December 2024 and the first day back in 2025 will be Monday 06 January 2025.
2025 School Closure/ Public Holiday Dates
3rd February, March 17, 21 April, 05 May, 02 June, 04 August, 27 October.
2025 Christmas Holiday/School Closure Dates
22 December 2025 to 02 January 2026. Last day of class will be Friday 20 December 2025 and the first day back in 2026 will be Monday 05 January 2026.
School Accreditations and Recognitions
Cork English Academy’s English language courses are recognized by ACELS , the Accreditation and Coordination of English Language Services. This is a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).
These are the national bodies responsible for the management of English Language Teaching organizations in Ireland.
CEA is also a member of Marketing English in Ireland (MEI) which is a further badge of quality and assurance.