Frequently Asked Questions

On this page, you will find answers to Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Irish language classes Conradh na Gaeilge run. If your question is not answered below, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Class Terms and Conditions

What are Conradh na Gaeilge's Classes?

These are Irish language classes for adults (18+) for all levels between beginners and fluent speakers.

Classes follow the Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge curriculum and the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Classes are small in size and are taught by experienced teachers.

Where are Classes Held?

The in-person classes take place in Dublin in Conradh na Gaeilge's Head Office, 66 Camden Street Lower, D02 X201. Online classes are held through Zoom.

When do Classes Take Place?

In Dublin, four terms are hosted during the year. Spring Term: from January to April
Summer Term: from May to July
August Intensive Course: August (three weeks)
Autumn Term: from September to November

We run 10-week terms, with one class each week between 19:00 - 21:00 (in-person) and between 19:00 - 20:30 (online).

What Level Class should I take?

All our classes follow the TEG (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge) Framework. You can take a free placement test here.

Beginners 1: A basic course for complete beginners (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge, TEG level A1, www.teg.ie)

Beginners 2: A continuation of Beginners 1, or for those who have previously completed a beginners' course in Irish (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge, TEG level A1)

Refreshers 1: A basic refresher course suitable for people who studied Irish in the past (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge level A2)

Refreshers 2: A continuation of Bunrang 1 (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge level A2)

Lower Intermediate: For people with a reasonably good understanding of Irish but lack confidence in speaking the language (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge level B1)

Higher Intermediate: For people who have a reasonably good understanding of Irish (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge level B2)

Advanced: For people with good Irish who wish to improve their pronunciation, grammar, sayings and vocabulary (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge level B2/C1)

What is Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge?

Conradh na Gaeilge's courses are compatible with the European Certificate in Irish (TEG) syllabi from National University of Ireland, Maynooth (NUIM).

The teaching staff at Conradh na Gaeilge use TEG's (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge) framework to structure their courses. Each teacher has the freedom to cover their own material also. This course will help those looking to sit the official TEG exams, however it is entirely up to the individual learner to prepare suitably for those exams. A wide range of topics will be covered in the classes: conversational Irish, Irish grammatical structures, listening exercises, reading and more.

While Conradh na Gaeilge does not currently run any official TEG examinations as part of its courses, any student interested in completing the certificate can contact NUIM directly at the number below.

TEG is an exam system for adult learners of Irish from the basic level (A1/A2) to the intermediate level (B1/B2) to the higher level (C1/C2). This testing system was developed in the Languages Unit of NUIM in order to provide an examination system for adult Irish learners in Ireland and abroad who would like to plan their study and see the results of their learning on a personal and professional basis.

TEG exams are currently being offered at 5 levels - A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1 in various centres around the country (Maynooth, Gaoth Dobhair, Letterkenny, Castlebar, An Spidéal, Limerick, Cork, Kilkenny, Kilarney, and Belfast) and in five centres abroad - New York, Paris, Prague, Ottawa, and Sydney. This system helps learners to structure their study and receive recognition for the progress they have made. Also, it gives proof to employers of language ability when selecting job candidates.

The Language Unit is continuously working to provide teaching material for tutors/organisations who wish to steer their learners in the direction of TEG. Teaching materials are available at levels A1, A2, B1, and B2 and can be accessed on-line. Syllabi and directions have been set out for the other levels and work is currently underway on the teaching material.

Further information (sample exam papers, syllabi, teaching material and more) can be accessed at www.teg.ie or by contacting:

Aisling Ní Bheacháin,
Ionad na dTeangacha, Ollscoil na hÉireann, Má Nuad.
Phone: 01 708 6417
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What Price are Courses?

In-person classes cost €215 and online classes cost €150.

Discounts are available in some situations: if you are returning to our classes, if you are on the pension, if you are unemployed, or a student. You only need to get in touch with the office via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or on +353 (0) 1 475 7401 to be provided with a discount code.

Is Private Tuition Offered?

We do not have an official system to accept private tuition however if you forward all information (i.e which level you need, where you are situated and how many hours in a week you need etc.) to the Head Office (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) we will circulate this information with the teachers' panel. If a teacher accepts them, the agreement will be between yourself and the teacher, privately.

How Do I Sign Up?

You can sign up here (Online / Dublin). We accept card (VISA, Mastercard) online. In exceptional cases we can accept cash or cheque.

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Levels Available

Beginners (A1)

Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Suitable for those:
Who are completely new to studying Irish

What will be covered:
Pronunciation & Language Structure Introduction
Basic Topics (e.g. Greetings, About Yourself, Home & Daily Life)
Basic Grammar (e.g. Pronouns, Present Tense, Prepositions, Numbers, Questions)

What to expect:
A friendly and encouraging environment, with lots of opportunities to ask questions
A mixture of grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this A1.1 course

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Beginners 2 (A1.2)

Suitable for those:
Who have taken an A1.1 course with us already.
Who have very basic knowledge of Irish (e.g., greetings, pronunciation)

What will be covered:
Pronunciation & Language Structure Introduction
Basic Topics (e.g. Skills, Work, Food & Drink, Holidays)
Basic Grammar (e.g. Adjectives, The Copula, Past Tense, Imperative Tense)

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this A1.2 course and are confident with your level of understanding
You can understand everyday expressions and basic phrases
You can introduce yourself and answer simple personal questions

Refreshers (A2)

Refreshers 1 (A2.1)

Suitable for those:
Who have taken a Beginners Course
Who have a basic level of Irish (maybe from school) and are looking to reinforce their skills

What will be covered:
Basic Topics (e.g. Family, Hobbies, Work, Social Events)
Basic Grammar (e.g. The Copula, Word Order, Adverbs, The Infinitive)

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this A2.1 course

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Refreshers 2 (A2.2)

Suitable for those:
Who have taken our A2.1 course

What will be covered:
Basic Topics (e.g. Food & Drink, Health, Descriptions, Shopping, Holidays, Directions)
Basic Grammar (e.g. The Article, Questions, Conditional Tense, Adjectives, Future Tense)

What to expect:
A friendly and encouraging environment, with lots of opportunities to ask questions
A mixture of grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises
A continuation of the A2.1 course
Building on topics already covered at the A1 level

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this A2.2 course and are confident with your level of understanding
You can understand expressions relating to the topics you have covered
You can communicate on familiar matters
You can describe yourself

Lower Intermediate (B1)

Suitable for those:
Who have completed the A1 and A2 levels, or who completed Irish in school recently
Who have a good understanding of grammar and vocabulary, and are looking to build on communication skills

What will be covered:
Intermediate Topics (e.g. Family & Home, Work, Travel, Education, Descriptions)
Intermediate Grammar (e.g. Numbers, Vocative Case, Plurals, Dates, Indirect Speech, Prepositional Pronouns, Genitive Case)

What to expect:
A friendly and encouraging environment, with lots of opportunities to ask questions
A mixture of grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises
A more in-depth look into the grammar points covered to date, and an introduction to more complicated structures and rules

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this B1 course and and are confident with your level of understanding
You can understand information given on familiar matters
You can communicate on topics i.e. personal interests
You can recount experiences/events, and give explanations for opinions

Upper Intermediate (B2)

Suitable for those:
Who have a strong understanding of Irish and want to face more challenging grammar topics and language structure

What will be covered:
High Intermediate Topics (e.g. Work, Education, Social Media, Technology, Politics)
High Intermediate Grammar (e.g.Irregular Rules, Subjunctive Mood, Clauses, The Copula, Genitive Case)
Avoiding Anglicism

What to expect:
A friendly and encouraging environment, with lots of opportunities to ask questions
A mixture of grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises
Building on topics already covered in levels A1-B1
A more in-depth look into the grammar points covered to date, and an introduction to more complicated structures and rules

You are ready to move on when:
You have completed this B2 course and and are very confident with your level of understanding
You are able to understand difficult concepts through Irish with little difficulty
You can interact with a degree of spontaneity
You can communicate clearly on a wide range of topics and give in-depth explanations / opinions

Advanced (C1)

Suitable for those:
Who have a very strong understanding of Irish
Who can understand complex Irish texts and grammar structures with little difficulty
Who are looking to improve communication and language richness

What you will learn:
Advanced Topics (e.g. Work, Education, Health, Entertainment, Society, Literature)
Advanced Grammar (e.g. Relative Clause, Genitive Case)

What to expect:
A friendly and encouraging environment, with lots of opportunities to ask questions
A mixture of grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises
Building on topics already covered in levels A1-B2
A more in-depth look into the grammar points covered to date and an introduction to advanced structures and rules

Frequently Asked Questions

Levels Available

Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Beginners 2 (A1.2)

Refreshers 1 (A2.1)

Refreshers 2 (A2.2)

Choosing your level

Before booking a course, please read our language level descriptions.

If you are unsure of your language level, please take this free online TEG placement test.

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