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The Institute of Education

Ireland, Dublin

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €10,790 - 12,745
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1969
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, English
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The Institute of Education on Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2, offers a bespoke curriculum centred on Ireland's Leaving Certificate through three pathways: a 3-year (4th Year), a 2-year (5th Year), and a 1-year (6th Year) programme. Students choose up to 28 subjects with flexible selection, sit exams in June and receive results in August, and the top six subject scores count towards their results. This structure provides direct routes into Ireland's leading universities, supported by academic mentoring, university applications, and career guidance. Founded in 1969 by Raymond Kearns, it joined the Dukes Education family in 2023. The campus features over 50 digitally equipped classrooms, modern science labs, a dedicated art studio, a music room, a Home Economics kitchen, a fitness centre, large study halls, and on-site canteen. The school emphasises wellbeing and pastoral care, wellbeing workshops, health and fitness, and a broad range of lunchtime clubs and activities for students.

79–85 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2, Ireland

The Essentials

The Institute of Education has instruction in English.

Location
Main campus on Leeson Street Lower, Dublin 2. The address is 79-85 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2, Ireland.

Stages
Full-time secondary program for 4th, 5th and 6th Year.

Country affiliation
Ireland

School day structure
Flexible timetable options.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Fresh, convenient options are available throughout the school day. There is a Home Economics Kitchen on site.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Institute of Education ranges from EUR 10,790 to EUR 12,745 for 2026/27.

Application fees and deposit

- A deposit of EUR 1,000 is payable to secure a student's place (payable post‑interview). This deposit does not entitle a student to attend classes.

Tuition fees — full‑time day school (2026/27) — 4th, 5th and 6th Year

4th Year

- Single Payment
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- Balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 9,490.
- Total (Single Payment): EUR 10,490.

- Part Payment (three instalments; indicative)
- Deposit (to secure place, post‑interview): EUR 1,000.
- 50% balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 4,745.
- Remainder payable on or before Thursday 8 October 2026: EUR 4,745.
- Total (Part Payment): EUR 10,490.

- Monthly Direct Debit (indicative example shown)
- Deposit (to secure place, post‑interview): EUR 1,000.
- 6 direct debits of EUR 1,631.67 (Aug 2026 – Jan 2027): EUR 9,790.
- Total (Monthly Direct Debit example): EUR 10,790.

5th Year

- Single Payment
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- Balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 10,895.
- Total (Single Payment): EUR 11,895.

- Part Payment (three instalments; indicative)
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- 50% balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 5,447.50.
- Remainder payable on or before Thursday 8 October 2026: EUR 5,447.50.
- Total (Part Payment): EUR 11,895.

- Monthly Direct Debit (indicative example shown)
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- 6 direct debits of EUR 1,865.84 (Aug 2026 – Jan 2027): EUR 11,195.
- Total (Monthly Direct Debit example): EUR 12,195.

6th Year

- Single Payment
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- Balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 11,445.
- Total (Single Payment): EUR 12,445.

- Part Payment (three instalments; indicative)
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- 50% balance payable on or before Thursday 6 August 2026: EUR 5,722.50.
- Remainder payable on or before Thursday 8 October 2026: EUR 5,722.50.
- Total (Part Payment): EUR 12,445.

- Monthly Direct Debit (indicative example shown)
- Deposit: EUR 1,000.
- 6 direct debits of EUR 1,957.50 (Aug 2026 – Jan 2027): EUR 11,745.
- Total (Monthly Direct Debit example): EUR 12,745.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Three payment options are offered: Single Payment (one lump sum after deposit), Part Payment (deposit + two further instalments with specified dates), and Monthly Direct Debit (deposit + scheduled direct debits). Dates shown for balances are principally on or before 6 August 2026 and, where applicable, a further instalment on or before 8 October 2026.
- A DIRECT DEBIT mandate must be submitted to the office at least three weeks before the date of the first direct debit. Cash can no longer be accepted for payment of fees.

Boarding / accommodation (International students / IOE accommodation for 2026/27)

- Accommodation fee for the full academic year 2026/27 (including meals on school days and transport at set times between accommodation and the school campus): EUR 24,585. A refundable damage deposit for accommodation: EUR 500. Additional charges apply for accommodation during the Christmas holiday and State Exam weeks. Guardianship is a mandatory requirement for all international students.

- Non‑EU international tuition schedules (examples for 2026/27):
- Three‑Year Programme: Year One (2026–2027) EUR 20,845; Year Two EUR 25,135; Year Three EUR 25,135; Total Tuition EUR 71,115.
- Two‑Year Programme: Year One (2026–2027) EUR 25,135; Year Two EUR 25,135; Total Tuition EUR 50,270.
- 18‑Month Programme (example): Jan 2027–May 2027 EUR 16,775; Sept 2027–June 2028 EUR 25,135; Total EUR 41,910.

- International payment timing: Year One tuition fees for international students may be paid in three instalments (instalment one: deposit to secure place; further two instalments in August and September). Subsequent academic years' tuition fees are payable in two instalments (August and September).

Other costs and charges

- A EUR 200 administration fee is retained when an application is cancelled before 30 June; where an application is cancelled from 1 July onwards the school will refund fees less the deposit. If a student leaves after the commencement of the academic year the Institute will retain the deposit and a proportionate amount of the fees. No refund of fees is provided after 1 January 2027.
- Accommodation includes a refundable damage deposit (EUR 500) and may incur additional accommodation charges for holiday and exam weeks.

Refunds and cancellation

- Refund rules:
- Cancellation before 30 June: refund of fees less a EUR 200 administration fee.
- Cancellation from 1 July: refund of fees less the deposit (EUR 1,000).
- If the student leaves after the commencement of the academic year: the Institute retains the deposit and a proportionate amount of the fees. No refunds after 1 January 2027.

Fee payment options (as stated by the school)

- Monthly payments are handled by Direct Debit (a mandate is required at least three weeks before the first direct debit). Cash is not accepted. Instalment schedules and deposits are accepted as described above. International tuition years may be payable in instalments (deposit + August/September payments).
Academics

The Institute of Education teaches Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Institute of Education offers three pathways leading to the Irish Leaving Certificate: a 3-year programme (4th Year), a 2-year programme (5th Year), and a 1-year programme (6th Year). The Leaving Certificate is Ireland's final second-level examination, with up to 28 subjects available and flexible subject selection. Exams are held in June with results in August, and the top six subject scores count. The three pathways provide a route into Ireland's top universities. The Institute provides academic mentoring, university application support and career guidance to support university preparation.

Exam Results
In 2025, 140 full-time Institute students achieved 600+ points. The Leaving Certificate offers 28 subjects, with the top six subject scores counting toward university points.

Higher Education Progression
Three pathways lead to the Irish Leaving Certificate and a route into Ireland's top universities. University preparation is supported by the International Office with guidance, and by Dukes Plus with university applications support. Subject choices include 28 Leaving Certificate subjects to tailor study for higher education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Institute of Education prioritises happiness, security and success through a dedicated Wellbeing, Pastoral & Guidance Department. The International Office ensures international students feel supported from day one and monitors their wellbeing throughout the year. Guidance and counselling are built into the school's operations, with a team available for one-to-one appointments for every student. The Guidance Team provides help with subject choices, CAO/UCAS applications and interview preparation, as well as university guidance. Total academic support includes academic mentoring and study skills seminars; the International Office supervises student progress, behaviour and wellbeing and communicates with parents when concerns arise.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A dedicated Student Support Team provides learning support and accommodations. Helen Casey – Resource Support meets with students one-to-one to assist with Reasonable Accommodations during Leaving Certificate examinations. Orla Ní Shúilleabháin – Academic Mentor is a fully qualified life and business coach delivering Study Skills Seminars and tutorials to full-time students. The team supports progress and helps students with study planning and course content.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a core priority at the Institute of Education. It operates a dedicated Wellbeing, Pastoral & Guidance Department and a Guidance & Counseling framework built into daily school life. The Guidance Team offers one-to-one counselling and guidance with no limit on appointments, and supports students with exam stress, academic mentoring and routine wellbeing monitoring. The International Office monitors student progress, behaviour and wellbeing and communicates with parents as needed.

Safeguarding
Child Safeguarding Policy is part of the school's safeguarding framework. Jane D'Alton is the Head of Safeguarding and leads the school's safeguarding and counselling efforts. The school's policies include the Admissions and Enrolment Policy, Child Safeguarding Policy, CCTV Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Data Protection Policy; Every child has the right to feel safe, supported and known.
Parent Experience

History
The Institute of Education was founded in 1969 by Raymond Kearns, who began by teaching maths on Leeson Street. The maths classes expanded to cover the full range of Leaving Certificate subjects, and the school on Leeson Street grew around the demand. The school became one of Ireland's largest private schools, with a focus on results and welfare for students. In April 2023, The Institute of Education became part of the Dukes Education family of schools. The school is located at 79-85 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2.

Community
More Than a School Day: Students come to The Institute of Education for academic results, and stay for the community, friendships and sense of belonging that accompany it. The Institute offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities and lunchtime clubs, alongside a Health & Fitness Programme run by Irish international athlete Brian Gregan. There is built-in supervised study and a broad calendar of activities including sports clubs, wellbeing workshops, lunch clubs, fundraising and competitions.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Leeson Street in Dublin houses The Institute of Education, a building described as one of the most technically advanced school buildings in Europe. Over 50 digitally equipped classrooms, modern science labs, a dedicated art studio, a music room, a fitness centre, a home economics kitchen and large bright study halls are available seven days a week. The campus features high-spec classrooms, spacious study halls and state-of-the-art labs to support learning. There are dedicated spaces for practical subjects, including a Home Economics Kitchen, an Art Room and a Music Room, along with computer rooms and other facilities. There is an on-site canteen and coffee shop for meals and drinks.

Sports Facilities
On-site Fitness Centre keeps students active.

Academic Facilities
High-spec classrooms, spacious study halls and state-of-the-art labs. The campus includes dedicated Home Economics Kitchen, Art Room and Music Room, plus computer rooms. It also features state-of-the-art IT and digital infrastructure to support learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular life includes a wide range of activities and lunchtime clubs, plus a Health & Fitness Programme run by Brian Gregan. There are sports clubs, wellbeing workshops, lunch clubs, fundraising and competitions.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Institute offers 28 subjects to choose from, with some subjects offered at regular or fast-paced levels depending on how a student learns best. Masterclasses and tutorials are built into the timetable to support learning. Flexible timetable options help tailor study to individual needs. The Institute provides pathways to university and supports international admissions to help students progress to higher education.

Social & Hobbies
The Institute has an extensive extracurricular and sports programme, providing opportunities to engage in activities outside the classroom and to develop interests beyond academic study. Students can participate in activities that complement their coursework and foster social engagement. The programme supports teamwork and personal growth through structured activities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Institute has a dedicated wellbeing, pastoral and guidance department to support students. Wellbeing and pastoral care are part of student life and support structures. The school focuses on student health and wellbeing alongside academic progress, helping students develop resilience and personal growth.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Irish are taught as subjects. 28 subjects are available to choose from. Popular subjects include Maths, English and Irish.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Initial Application. An initial application to The Institute of Education can be submitted directly by families or through overseas educational agents by completing the online application form. When applying, select the programme: a 1-year programme (6th Year), a 2-year programme (5th Year), or a 3-year programme (4th Year). The application must be accompanied by copies/scans of the student's passport, the last two formal school reports, and English language exams if applicable. 2. Interview. After the application is received and the student's reports are reviewed, if they meet the academic and English requirements, the student and their parent/guardian (and/or agent) will be invited to a Zoom interview with the International Admissions Officer. The interview covers the student's objectives, motivation and examination results to date, and provides guidance on the curriculum and the transition into the Irish system. 3. Confirmation. Following the interview, written confirmation of the outcome is issued. All students offered a place are asked to accept and secure their place by paying an initial deposit. 4. Induction. Once a place is confirmed, a dedicated international student support officer will work with the family to ensure the student is fully prepared to start at The Institute, with full details of the international student support available. Entry requirements include a minimum of six subjects graded at 70% or higher, English proficiency evidenced by a test such as IELTS (equivalents: 5.0 for 3-year, 5.5 for 2-year, 6.0 for 1-year). Applicants should also submit the English language exam with the application. Documents to accompany the Initial Application include the student's passport, the last two formal school reports, and any English language exam results.
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