The Linguaviva Centre / Dublin

The Linguaviva Centre, founded in 1977, is located in the heart of Dublin city, in an elegant Georgian building. One of the main attractions of Linguaviva is that it is within walking distance of all the main cultural sites and shopping areas and is easily accessed by public transport. The school is one of Ireland’s most reputable English language schools, attracting students from all over the world. Linguaviva is recognised by ACELS, a service of QQI (Quality and Qualifications Ireland), a statutory body of the Department of Education and Skills for English language teaching.

Why with us

• Open all year round
• Study for any length of time and choose from an extensive range of courses to suit your needs
• Small classes: Maximum 12 students in the morning and 15 in the afternoon
• Full-time, part-time, semi-intensive and intensive courses available
• Every level from Elementary to Advanced on offer all year round. Beginner classes available during certain periods.

Courses

General English Course X

20 classes per week Mornings from 09:00 – 13:00 on Monday – Friday (Max 12)

General English Course Z

6 classes per week Two afternoons per week form 14:00 – 17:00 (Max 15)

General English Course X+Z

26 classes per week Mornings from 09:00 – 13:00 on Monday - Friday (Max 12) Two Afternoons form 14:00 – 17:00 (Max 15)

General English Course X+Y

30 classes per week Mornings from 09:00 – 13:00 on Monday - Friday (Max 12) ree or four afternoons from 14:00 – 17:00 (Max 15)

General English Course S

20 classes per week in a group plus 6 classes of private tuition. Mornings only from 09:00 – 13:00 (Max 12) Plus: 6 classes of private tuition over 2 afternoons per week.

Accommodation

Host family A single room (or twin room depending on the chosen accommodation). The full board option or half board option. University campus accommodation is also available from June to August inclusive. City centre residence and apartments can also be reserved.

Teaching and Lessons

Our teaching staff : • is totally up to date with modern approaches to teaching and the learning of English as a foreign language. • follows the syllabus and works towards the development of the four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing with particular emphasis on the communicative approach. • are all university graduates with recognised EFL quali cations and above all, many years of successful teaching experience. • provide every possible opportunity to get the most from your time in Ireland. • are highly motivated and interested in each individual student’s welfare and will ensure your stay in our school is a very beneficial one.