What's the Craic Academy
Learn real English. Learn real Irish culture. Build real confidence.
We're more than an English course. We're a friendly community where you'll improve your English through conversation, Irish culture, weekly challenges, and live classes.
Community
❤️ More Than an English Course
When you join What's the Craic Academy, you're not just joining another online English course.
You're joining a community.
A place where it's okay to make mistakes.
Just real people, real conversations, and plenty of craic.
Whether you're living in Ireland, planning to move here, or simply want to improve your English, there's a seat waiting for you.
Come for the English. Stay for the community. Stay for the craic. ☘️💚
Irish English
You've learned English... now it's time to learn how Irish people really speak.
In this fun, practical course, you'll discover the words, phrases, slang, idioms, and expressions you'll hear every day across Ireland. From understanding "What's the craic?" to knowing when someone says "I'm only messing", you'll build the confidence to follow real conversations, understand Irish humour, and speak more naturally.
Each week you'll get easy-to-follow video lessons, downloadable resources, speaking practice, and real-life examples from everyday Irish life. You'll also become part of our friendly community where you can ask questions, join discussions, and practise with learners from around the world.
Whether you're planning to visit Ireland, living here already, or simply love Irish culture, this course will help you understand the language behind the people—and have great craic while you're at it.
Career Prep
Take the next step towards your career with the confidence to communicate professionally in English.
This practical course is designed to help English learners succeed in the workplace by building the language skills employers value most. You'll learn the vocabulary, phrases, and communication skills needed for job interviews, the workplace, meetings, emails, phone calls, and everyday professional conversations.
Each week you'll improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing through engaging lessons, real-life scenarios, and practical activities you can use straight away. We'll also cover workplace culture, confidence-building, common interview questions, professional etiquette, and useful idioms that native speakers use at work.
Along the way, you'll be part of a supportive community where you can practise your English, ask questions, and encourage one another as you work towards your career goals.
Whether you're looking for your first job, changing careers, or hoping to progress in your current role, this course will give you the English skills and confidence to help you succeed.
English Foundations
Build a strong foundation in English with clear, practical lessons designed for everyday life.
Whether you're just starting your English journey or want to strengthen your basic skills, this course will help you develop the confidence to communicate in real-world situations. You'll learn essential vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and everyday phrases through simple, engaging lessons that are easy to follow.
Each week you'll practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing with real-life examples, interactive activities, and downloadable resources to help you learn at your own pace. From introducing yourself and asking for directions to shopping, healthcare, work, and daily conversations, you'll build the skills you need step by step.
You'll also become part of our supportive community, where you can practice your English, ask questions, share your progress, and connect with learners from around the world.
No matter your starting level, this course will give you the confidence and skills to use English every day and prepare you for the next stage of your learning journey.
Worldwide Members
Join a welcoming community of English learners from around the world. Our members come from a wide range of countries, cultures, and backgrounds, creating a supportive space where everyone learns together.
Whether you're studying for work, preparing to move abroad, or simply improving your English for everyday life, you'll have the opportunity to practice with people who share the same goals. Ask questions, celebrate your progress, take part in discussions, and build confidence alongside learners from across the globe.
No matter where you're from, you'll always be welcome at What's the Craic Academy.
Calendar of Classes
Stay on track with our structured weekly schedule of live classes and fresh course content.
Our class calendar makes it easy to see what's happening each week, so you'll always know when to join live sessions, watch new lessons, and take part in community activities. With a variety of classes across our three courses, you can learn at your own pace while still enjoying the motivation and accountability of a regular routine.
From interactive lessons and Coffee & Chat sessions to voice note challenges and community discussions, there's always something happening to help you practice your English and stay connected.
Simply check the calendar each week, join the sessions that suit you, and keep building your confidence—one class at a time.






