SEDA College / about & quality
Know who is responsible for your course, what recognition applies and where to go when you need help.
SEDA College students come from more than 30 countries. On 2 October 2026 we had 1,305 students: 904 in Dublin and 401 in Cork. Portuguese speakers from Brazil are the largest group, so you will often hear Portuguese outside class. In class, English is the only language we use, and we mix nationalities in every class where we can.
| Nationality | Share of students |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 61% |
| Mexico | 7% |
| Mongolia | 6% |
| Chile | 5% |
| Italy | 4% |
| China | 4% |
| Costa Rica | 3% |
| Other | 10% |
| Nationality | Share of students |
|---|---|
| Brazil | 82% |
| Mexico | 4% |
| Chile | 3% |
| China | 3% |
| Costa Rica | 3% |
| El Salvador | 1.5% |
| Other | 3.5% |
Figures change every week. Updated each quarter. Source: SEDA student records, 2 October 2026.
Who we are
SEDA College is operated by SEDA (Skills & Enterprise Development Academy) Ltd, a private company limited by shares, registered in Ireland, company number 462209.
Registered office: Zhivago Building, 68–72 Capel Street, Dublin 1, D01 AR29.
Directors: Tiago Da Silva Mascarenhas (CEO) and Jane Langley (Academic Director).
Who runs SEDA College
Know who looks after your teaching, your welfare and the running of the College.
Updated 29 September 2026
Designated Liaison Persons: Jane Langley and Bruno Vecchio. Deputies: Hazal Guzel (Dublin) and Yanina Islas (Cork).
Max 16 students per class
Recognition / what it means
Recognition relates to a named provider, course or examination role. It is not a blanket endorsement of every programme.
| Recognition | SEDA College position | Organisation |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity College London · CertTESOL | SEDA College is a validated Trinity College London CertTESOL centre (69758). | Trinity College London |
| Trinity College London · ISE · Dublin | SEDA College Dublin is a registered Trinity College London ISE examination centre (67457). Trinity ISE is recognised by Irish immigration as an eligible four-skills exam. | Trinity College London |
| Trinity College London · ISE · Cork | SEDA College Cork is a registered Trinity College London ISE examination centre (73864). Trinity ISE is recognised by Irish immigration as an eligible four-skills exam. | Trinity College London |
| Eaquals · Dublin | Dublin is an Eaquals Accredited Member centre since 2014. | Eaquals |
| Eaquals · Cork | Cork is an Eaquals Accredited Member centre since 2024. | Eaquals |
| Department of Justice · ILEP | ILEP — provider 0199 (General English, IELTS, and General English with FCE, CAE and Trinity ISE). | Department of Justice |
| ELT Ireland | SEDA College is an ELT Ireland member. | ELT Ireland |
CertTESOL trainees complete at least 6 hours of assessed teaching practice with real learners under the supervision of an experienced English-language teacher and CertTESOL tutor. Students are told at the beginning of the week when trainees will be involved and may choose a regular class instead.
SEDA College students on long-stay courses are covered by All Student Academic Protection (ASAP), policy PCNSEDA514, a combined learner protection and private medical expenses insurance underwritten by Starr Europe Insurance Limited and administered by Academy Plus Insurance, 73 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2 (01 529 0840, askme@academyplus.net). If SEDA ceased to trade, learner protection pays for you to finish your course with another provider, or refunds the fees you have paid if that is not possible. Cover confirmed by Academy Plus, May 2026.
SEDA (Skills & Enterprise Development Academy) Ltd is the data controller. For how we collect and use personal data, our retention approach and your rights, see our Privacy page.
Send data-protection requests to Golam Sorwar, Data Protection Officer, at sorwar@seda.ie. You may complain to the Data Protection Commission.
Student support / from the start
On arrival, students meet in the student lounge with the Assistant Director of Studies (ADoS) and Academic Team. The English-language welcome introduces the College's history, values and course structure. Students meet their Student Support Advisor, who will likely speak their first language. The advisor can support students with emergency financial needs, accommodation, health, safety and integration. The induction explains how the Academic Office supports students with attendance, welfare, visa regulations, health and safety, and activities, and where to find the student handbook in the student app. The welcome includes questions and answers, followed by small-group speaking tests, a meeting with the advisor, and a walking tour of the city centre, school and surrounding area. The Academic Team confirms students' levels through speaking and writing assessments on arrival.
Need support for a disability, health condition, learning difference or religious practice? Tell us before you enrol at info@seda.ie or through the online Reasonable Accommodation Request Form, and we will plan it with you.
The Academic Office is open 9:00–17:00, Monday–Friday. College buildings are open 8:30–20:30 in Dublin and 8:30–17:30 in Cork. For 24/7 out-of-hours emergencies, call 083 362 3802. Samaritans are available on 116 123.
Dublin
Dublin 1, D01 AR29
(01) 473 4915Academic enquiries: learning@seda.ieAcademic Office / weekdays 9:00–17:00
Building / 8:30–20:30
Cork
Hanover Street, Cork T12 P9RY
(021) 241 0944Academic enquiries: cork.academic@seda.ieBuilding / 8:30–17:30
SEDA College Dublin / On the streetSEDA College Dublin / On the street
Capel Street, in the heart of Dublin's north city centre.
Speak up / be heard
Raise a concern without fear. Keep copies of correspondence and ask for written outcomes at each stage. Anonymous complaints are considered. Translation and other help are available on request.
Start informally. If needed, make a formal complaint and appeal the decision.
A formal complaint is acknowledged within 5 working days and decided within 15. An appeal must be made to the Senior Management Committee within 10 working days of the decision; the Committee decides within 20 working days. If unresolved, contact Eaquals through its website.
Eaquals: contact Eaquals through its website.
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