Babel Academy of English

At Babel Academy of English, based in Dublin, Ireland, you can choose to study in person or online with our qualified native English speaking teachers. Interactive and engaging lessons help you to feel comfortable from the beginning.

The Babel Academy team supports you throughout your learning journey. Join our student community and develop your English for work, university, family or travel. Choose the best Babel Academy course for you. 

Why choose Babel?

• Located in the heart of Dublin city | Beside O’Connell Bridge. 200 metres from Temple Bar and 300 metres from Trinity College

• Spacious new premises | Royal Irish Architecture Award winner 2021

• Lots of choice | Courses are available in person or online at all levels

• Classes are fun and interactive | Learn while having the experience of a lifetime from your first day

• Feel part of a close-knit and fun community | Great mix of nationalities and lots of opportunities to explore Irish culture

• Supportive academic team | We guide you through your learning journey

• Experienced qualified teachers | Feedback and regular progress reports

Our Educational Philosophy

We believe that students reach their full potential when they feel included in, challenged by, and get enjoyment from their learning experience. We combine strong quality assurance practices and the CEFR framework in the development of our language programmes.

We help learners to enhance their communicative skills, improve confidence and fluency, fulfill educational and professional ambitions, and of course, have fun.

These Key Elements Are Fundamental To Our Approach To Teaching And Learning:

Communication Engaging learner-centered lessons and innovative teaching methods mean our students feel excited about classes. They have the opportunity to meet new people and share experiences in a welcoming environment.

Action Our school curriculum places a strong emphasis on authentic tasks so students learn English for real-life situations. This task-based approach greatly increases confidence using English and prepares learners for spontaneous interactions outside the classroom.

Progression The experienced and supportive academic team provide constructive and consistent feedback during lessons and throughout the learning journey. Academic guidance sessions and additional online resources help learners feel secure and motivated to meet new challenges.

Where are We? Our Location

Babel Academy is located at 2nd Floor, Astor Hall, 4-6 Eden Quay, Dublin 1 (D01 N5W8) right in the heart of Dublin city centre and at 160 Capel Street, Dublin 1 (D01 FK68). We are within walking distance of many of Dublin's attractions - O’Connell Street, Trinity College, Stephen's Green, Grafton Street etc. Our school is easily accessed by public transport - Connolly and Tara Street Train Stations are just a few minutes walk and we are serviced by many city centre bus routes.