Arena School of English

The School and Great Location

Arena School of English is an Irish owned, medium-sized specialist English language school, located in its own building in Dublin City Centre. Because we are a medium-sized English language school you will experience the best aspects of a large school and a small school combined. You will meet other students from different countries who are also in Dublin to learn English or who are living and working in Dublin and studying English part time. The other students in your English class will be of the same level and you can enjoy our great facilities and a fantastic central location in Dublin.

We provide a very personalised and friendly school environment where every student is important and feels a part of the school - our students often say that we are like one big family! For the most recent photos of our English school and testimonials from other students please click on our Facebook page and you can also become a member.

High Quality English Classes & Great English Teachers

Before you start an English course at Arena School of English you will do an English level placement test to ensure that you are placed in the most appropriate English class according to your current level of English. The level placement test can be done at the school (it will take about 20 minutes) or on the internet and telephone before you arrive if you are not in Dublin.

Each class level has a carefully planned syllabus and textbook which ensures that students get the maximum amount of practice in the four main skills – English listening, English speaking, English reading and English writing. Our classes have a large element of conversation and pronunciation based activities which provide students with the practical skills necessary for everyday life.

Our English teachers are all native English speakers, fully qualified and highly experienced and they ensure that classes are always well planned and also interesting and fun. Class sizes are usually small so every student receives individual attention and the good mix of nationalities means that there is a vibrant atmosphere in each English class.

Students can choose to study English at a time that suits them – Morning, Afternoon, Evening. You can also choose the number of hours per week that you want to study – from 4 hours to 30 hours – depending on your timetable.

Low Prices

We are happy to offer you high quality English classes at a price you can afford. Our prices are the best in Dublin for high quality, small English classes with great teachers. How is this possible? Our philosophy is to provide very high quality classes and an excellent programme of extra-curricular and social activities that will guarantee that you will want to stay with Arena School of English, return to us again in the future and also tell your friends about our great school. We want to build a long-term relationship with our students and to make sure that you enjoy learning English in Dublin.

Fun and Vibrant Atmosphere

Arena School of English has a fun and vibrant atmosphere combined with a professional and serious learning environment. We know how important it is for you to enjoy learning English and to also enjoy your time in Dublin. Our school is located in a student area of Dublin beside many bars, cafes, internet cafes and music venues. Arena School of English is professional but also informal and friendly. 

Facilities and Services

Find out more about our English School Facilities and Services.

Our Staff Profile

Arena School of English is owned and managed by Paul Delaney and Patrick Delaney.

Patrick is our Director of Studies, he has a degree in Psychology from University College Dublin and ten years experience teaching English to foreign students. Paul is our Operational Director, he has a degree in History and Politics from University College Dublin, 10 years business experience in Dublin in addition to a number of years experience teaching English to foreign students.

All our teachers are native English speakers with university degrees and are CELT qualified English teachers which is recognised by the Department of Education in Ireland. Our teachers have a minimum of three years experience teaching English to foreign students.

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