Dublin Summer Schools 2027
A Dublin summer school suits school groups looking for English study in a warm, calm city setting. Most students are aged 14-17; ages 12-13 are accepted only at some programs and on request. Programs run 1-5 weeks. The typical weekly price is about €965 – €1,500 (2026–2027 season); homestay options sit at the lower end of this range and boarding or residence options at the upper end.
Quick facts
- Ages
- 11–17 (mostly 14-17)
- Program length
- 1-5 weeks
- Season
- Late June – mid-August
- Accommodation types
- Homestay (with a language school), Boarding-school campus, Student residence
- Weekly price (approx.)
- €965 – €1,500 (2026–2027, approx.)
Prices are approximate weekly "from" prices and should be read together with the season year.
What is a summer school in Dublin like?
Dublin is a capital of manageable scale, spread across both banks of the River Liffey and known for Georgian architecture, large parks and a lively pub and music culture. Summer programs usually run in three ways: homestay programs with city language schools, residential programs on boarding-school campuses, and programs in school residences.
Dublin's advantage is its closeness to the coast and countryside: Dublin Bay, seaside towns such as Howth and the Wicklow mountains are a short trip from the centre and can be planned as day excursions. In the city, museums, historic buildings and large parks such as Phoenix Park fit into the daily program. Irish summers are mild and showery, so an indoor alternative should always be in the program.
A typical day
- Morning: breakfast and English lessons.
- Midday: lunch and a short break.
- Afternoon: a city visit, museum, park, sport or coastal activity.
- Evening: dinner, then relaxing with the host family or an activity at the residence or school.
- Weekend: day trips to coastal towns and nature routes.
Prices
In Dublin, price is largely set by the type of accommodation. Programs with homestay through a city language school cost around a thousand euros a week, while programs in a boarding school or school residence rise to around 1,500. Airport transfers are included in most programs. The table shows the approximate market range.
| Location | Typical ages | Standard programs (weekly, approx.) | Premium / academic (weekly, approx.) | Season year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin | Ages 11–17 (mostly 14–17) | €965 – €1,500 | – | 2026–2027 |
Weekly "from" prices compiled from 2026 and 2027 season price lists published on providers' own websites. Multi-week packages are divided per week. Tuition, accommodation, full board and activities are usually included; flights, visa, insurance and pocket money are not. Prices for school groups are quoted separately based on group size, dates and scope.
For a full price comparison across countries and cities, see the Summer school price guide page.
Dublin for school groups
Dublin is a strong option for school groups who want a city that feels calm and safe. It is smaller in scale than London, the centre is easy to reach by public transport, and the warmth of local people helps students find the confidence to speak English. Points to watch: with homestay, placing a large group in one area can be hard; showery weather means the program must be flexible; and because the busiest age band is 14-17, younger students are considered on request.
For a closed group we design the program ourselves: lesson intensity, excursion days, teacher involvement and the daily flow are built around the age and goals of the group. We propose suitable school, campus or residence options in the offer, and the cost difference between homestay and residential options is shown clearly there.
Which age group is it for?
Dublin programs cover ages 11-17, with a core of 14-17. Many programs focus on 14-17, with 12-13 considered on request. For high school students the chance to experience city life and use the language day to day adds the most. For younger students a boarding-school or residence set-up is usually better for supervision, in which case the age limit is confirmed per program.
Accommodation options
Three types of accommodation stand out in Dublin: homestay (with a city language school), boarding-school campus and school residence. Homestay lets students use English all day and get to know local life, and they usually travel to school by public transport. Boarding and residence options keep lessons, accommodation and activities closer together and make supervision easier, at a higher cost. Airport transfers are included in most programs. The option is set out in the offer according to group age and size.
Comparing with other cities
Dublin is our city page for Ireland for now; for the country overall see the Ireland page. If you want to compare with other English-speaking countries, Malta offers a hotter, seaside setting and the UK a wider variety of programs.
- Other cities you can compare: London, Oxford, Cambridge
- Ireland page
- Summer school programs
- Summer school price guide
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Read the guideFrequently asked questions about Dublin summer schools
How long does a Dublin summer school last?
Programs usually run 1-5 weeks. For school groups the length is set around the calendar and budget.
How much does a Dublin summer school cost per week?
The typical weekly "from" price is about €965 – €1,500 (2026–2027); homestay options sit at the lower end and boarding or residence options at the upper end. Flights, visa, insurance and pocket money are normally not included. Prices for school groups are quoted separately.
Are airport transfers included?
In many programs airport transfers are included in the price. For your school group, the scope of transfers is stated clearly in the offer.
Is Dublin safe for children?
Dublin is known as a mid-sized, easygoing city; still, as in any large city, meeting points, times and teacher supervision are planned in advance for school groups. Details are in the offer for your school.
How does the program run in rainy weather?
Irish summer weather is changeable and showers can be frequent. Museums and indoor activities are built in as alternatives so the daily flow is not disrupted.
Our child is 12-13, can they take part?
Many programs focus on ages 14-17, with 12-13 considered on request. If you share the age range we will identify the right program together.
Get an offer for Dublin tailored to your school
Share your student numbers, age group and preferred period; we design the program and propose suitable campus and accommodation options in the offer.