Apollo Language Centre
Apollo is the proud winner of TEN Study Travel Star Awards!
Study at Apollo Language Centre, right in the heart of Dublin’s city centre! Just 10 minutes from Grafton Street and St Stephen’s Green, our beautifully renovated school on Lad Lane offers a calm space to learn—right next to LinkedIn’s European HQ and surrounded by cafes, shops, and top attractions. Our modern building features 15 high-tech classrooms, a stylish café, outdoor seating, quiet study zones, and a fun games area—perfect for relaxing between classes. Fast Wi-Fi, an elevator, and a warm welcome await you! Experience more than just lessons with our exciting Apollo Social Programme—packed with trips, activities, and Irish culture. Plus, get career-ready with our free Apollo Jobs Club and student support services. Choose from premium city-centre apartments (18+) or welcoming host families (16+). Join Apollo and make your English journey unforgettable! Apollo is the proud winner of TEN Study Travel Star Awards! Apollo is the first language school in Ireland to be inducted into the StudyTravel Super Star Hall of Fame in 2023 after winning the ‘Star Junior Programme for under 18s’ award for five years in a row in 2018, 2019, 2020/2021, 2022 and again in 2023. We also won the ‘Star New School’ Award in 2019 as well as winning in the ‘English Language School – Europe’ category three times in 2022, 2023 and 2024. The most memorable achievement for Apollo was winning in the ‘Leading Star’ category in 2024, becoming the second organisation in the world to win this prestigious award.
Highlights
- Apollo is the proud winner of ten Study Travel Star Awards!
- Eaquals & MEI Accredited
- Year-round School in Dublin
- City Centre underwent a complete renovation in 2023
Programmes Offered
Real World English & Exam Preparation for Adults Apollo students follow a structured programme to enable them to practice their English in real world situations and takes into account their interests and strengths and weaknesses, as well as their short and long term goals.
Young Adult Summer Programme
The Young Adult Programme for ages 16-19, which takes place at the Dublin city centre school, gives students a certain amount of free time but at the same time is a package programme with appropriate levels of supervision for this age group, giving parents peace of mind.
Junior Summer Programmes
Apollo is most well known for its award-winning Junior Summer Programmes for ages 11-17 with the following four centres: Sutton Park School Dublin (host family accommodation); Maynooth University Dublin (residential accommodation); University College Cork (residential accommodation); University of Limerick (residential accommodation)
Mini-Stay Group Programmes
Combine Apollo’s Real World English course with friendly host family accommodation, airport transfers and choose from our range of activities, excursions and guest speakers to create your own group package to suit the needs of your students.
Erasmus+ Programmes
Apollo Language Centre offers a range of Erasmus+ programmes for both adults and mini-stay groups, each with different course options to suit their needs. Both programmes are designed to meet Erasmus+ objectives while providing high-quality education in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Professional Certificate & Gap Year Programmes
Apollo Language Centre offers 25-week Gap Year and Professional Certificate Programmes in Dublin, combining English learning with cultural or career-focused experiences.
Contact
We offer accommodation in modern city centre student apartments in single bedrooms with private bathrooms within walking distance of the school for students aged 18+ as well as host family accommodation located in the suburbs of Dublin for students aged 16+.
Student Residence/Apartment
Single en-suite rooms in shared apartments with shared self-catering kitchen & living area.
Host Family
Single room or twin room sharing for couples/friends on half-board basis
- Homestay
- Residence
Our school is located in the heart of Dublin, just a short walk from Grafton Street, one of the city’s most famous shopping areas. The atmosphere is lively and friendly, with a great mix of culture, history, and modern city life. The area is well connected by public transport, including buses, trams (Luas), and trains, making it easy to get around Dublin and explore other parts of Ireland. It’s also a very walkable neighbourhood, perfect for students who enjoy discovering the city on foot. Nearby, you’ll find popular attractions like Trinity College, St Stephen’s Green, and Merrion Square — beautiful parks ideal for relaxing, meeting friends, or enjoying lunch outdoors. The streets are full of cafés, restaurants, and galleries that reflect the city’s creative and social lifestyle. The area is considered safe and student-friendly, with a welcoming atmosphere and a strong international presence. It’s an ideal location for living, learning, and experiencing the best of Dublin.
Exams
Apollo offers preparation courses for Cambridge FCE/CAE exams during the Summer and for the IELTS exam all year-round. We also book the exams for the students to take place at the end of their course. In addition to regular classes, students benefit from our Apollo GO – Goals and Objectives programme. This includes monthly one-to-one feedback sessions with a teacher to review individual progress and set clear, personalised learning goals. These sessions provide tailored advice and motivation, helping students stay on track and focused, whether they are preparing for an exam or working towards other personal language targets. Our supportive environment ensures each student receives the guidance they need to succeed.
More Features
Apollo Student App
We offer a free and very useful Student App for our students to use before arrival and during your programme with us, giving easy access to Booking Information, Time-table, Accommodation Information, Attendance, Documents and Weekly Apollo Social Programmes.
Apollo Social
‘The Apollo Experience’ continues outside our classes when students visit the best attractions that Ireland has to offer. Examples include museum & tourist attraction visits, pub nights, fun activities at the school, conversation club and weekend surfing trips.





















