Galway English Academy

If you’ve recently moved to Galway and want to feel more confident using English in everyday life, Galway English Academy is a great place to start. Located centrally on Shop Street, the school offers a friendly, supportive environment where students can learn practical, functional English that goes far beyond what you’ll find in a textbook.

The experienced teaching team brings over 60 years of combined English-teaching experience, helping students at every level improve their listening, reading, pronunciation, and speaking skills. Classes focus on real-world communication, perfect for work, study, and daily life in Ireland.

Galway English Academy offers both in-school and online classes, with General English and Exam Preparation courses, including Cambridge English qualifications such as Cambridge C1 Advanced CAE Exam. These internationally recognised exams are highly valued by employers, universities, and immigration authorities worldwide. Galway English Academy has an excellent exam pass rate, and students enjoy support from teachers, access to textbooks and past exam papers, as well as detailed individual feedback.

With year-round rolling admissions, students can join at any time during the year. The academy also offers great value, with a 10% discount when booking four or more weeks, and a 15% discount when booking eight or more weeks, making it an affordable option in a prime city-centre location.

Students can also enjoy access to a small library and dedicated study space, as well as regular social meet-ups, giving them the chance to practice English, meet new people, and feel part of a community. All learning materials are provided, and every student receives a Certificate of Completion at the end of their course, with references available on request.