About Us
LIFFEY COLLEGE | Coláiste na Life
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Liffey College Dublin is a private, independent educational institution founded in 2009 and founded in 2009, Liffey College is proudly celebrating 17 years of academic excellence in 2026.
Named after the iconic River Liffey, our college is located at 67 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, just minutes from St. Stephen’s Green, Grafton Street, Iveagh Gardens and the LUAS Green Line.
Our campus is housed in a beautifully restored Georgian building dating back to 1862, blending historic charm with modern learning facilities in one of Dublin’s most desirable locations.
At Liffey College, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education in a supportive, inclusive and international environment. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their academic, professional and personal goals through practical, career-focused learning.
Mission Statement
The mission of Liffey College is to deliver an exceptional learning experience that nurtures confident, competent and culturally aware individuals, preparing them for success in education, work and life.
At Liffey College we aim to:
- DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Through well-designed programmes aligned with QQI and CEFR standards, we ensure learners achieve measurable outcomes across English Language Education and FET pathways.
- PROMOTE INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY:
We foster an inclusive learning environment that respects and values diversity, providing equitable opportunities and support for all learners.
- INSPIRE LIFELONG LEARNING AND PERSONAL GROWTH:
By instilling curiosity, self-reflection, and a growth mindset, we empower learners to embrace lifelong learning and continuous personal development.
- MAINTAIN EXCELLENCE IN QUALITY ASSURANCE:
Our robust quality assurance systems adhere to QQI guidelines, ensuring all programmes, services, and governance processes meet the highest educational standards. - SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR STAFF:
We invest in our educators, equipping them with innovative teaching methodologies and up-to-date training to enhance their professional expertise.Facilitate career and academic success:
By integrating practical skills, academic knowledge and comprehensive support services, we enable learners to achieve their personal and professional aspirations.
Vision
Liffey College aspires to be a leading provider of English Language Education and Further Education and Training, recognised for our dedication to academic excellence, social responsibility and learner-centred innovation.
Our vision is to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment where learners are challenged to become Responsible, Resourceful and Reflective individuals. We aim to empower our learners with the tools, skills and confidence needed to thrive in an interconnected and ever-changing global community. By expanding our reach into vocational training and professional education, we seek to strengthen our position as a trusted institution that contributes to workforce development, community enrichment and lifelong learning opportunities.At Liffey College, we believe in empowering individuals through high quality, inclusive and learner-centred education.
Our educational philosophy is grounded in the values of integrity, excellence, respect and innovation, creating an environment where learners from diverse backgrounds can excel academically, professionally and personally.
We embrace a holistic approach to education, fostering not only language proficiency but also critical thinking, cultural awareness and practical skills that meet the demands of the modern world.
By integrating task-based learning, real-world applications and reflective practices, we prepare learners for academic success, professional advancement and lifelong learning. Our commitment extends beyond English Language Education to Further Education and Training (FET), encompassing programmes designed to equip learners with transferable skills, vocational training and specialised knowledge.
Our core values, underpin the culture and our behaviours within the college and will support us in meeting our aims and objectives.
They will provide the foundation for achieving our mission:
- Learners at the centre.
We place our learners at the centre of our planning and our future. - Teamworking.
We value working with others and the benefits that collaboration brings. - Respect for everyone.
We promote social responsibility and respect by listening to and valuing all within and without our college community.
- We foster ambition for our learners, our staff, our partners and our community. We are ambitious for our learners, our staff, our University College, our partners and the wider community as we strive to achieve outstanding outcomes for all.
- We nurture our learners, our staff and our environment.
- We seek to value, encourage and develop all of our learners and staff as well as our own physical environment and the world around us.
Liffey College is fully committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and welcoming environment where all staff and learners can thrive and reach their full potential.
We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of gender, gender identity, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religious belief, family status, marital status or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish Equality,
Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) laws and regulations, particularly the Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015 and the Equal Status Acts 2000-2018. We actively promote respect, inclusion and equal opportunities for all.
The education market is a competitive market made up of a mixture of state recognised and private colleges/institutes offering a wide range and variety of programmes. Liffey College’s focus will solely be on the adult education market, with offerings in both English Language Education and Further Education and Training (FET).
The demand for English language courses in Ireland is high, particularly in Dublin, which is a hub for international learners, professionals, and tourists. Ireland’s reputation as an English-speaking country with a high quality of education makes it an attractive destination for those seeking to learn or enhance their English proficiency.
Education Ireland Reports (2023) highlights Dublin as home to many leading educational providers, making Liffey Colleges central location and learner-centred approach advantageous.
In addition, the growing demand for progression to further education has positioned Liffey College to expand its offerings. With an increasing emphasis on academic and vocational qualifications, the College is uniquely placed to support learners in achieving higher levels of academic success, while underpinning this progress with strong English language foundations where necessary.
This allows Liffey College to further broaden its educational scope through the development of Foundation programmes, offering a seamless transition for learners aiming to advance their academic and professional aspirations.
Liffey College is committed to excellence in contributing to the vitality of communities through integrity, leadership and service. The College enhances learning and personal development by creating conditions that motivate and inspire learners to devote time and energy to educationally purposeful activities both inside and outside the classroom. Liffey College also builds the strength of the economy through professional and innovative education programmes and services that equip people for successful living, lifelong learning and work in a global knowledge-based economy. Liffey College endeavours to be distinguished as an educational institution through excellence that provides developmentally appropriate and supportive opportunities by challenging our learners to become Responsible, Resourceful and Reflective and fulfil the college mission to lead productive and fulfilling lives.
The establishment and maintenance of such an environment requires engagement and commitment from each member of the College. A Learner Charter is in place which is underpinned by Liffey College’s policies and procedures and sets out expectations for both learners and the College, across the range of service provision by the College and learners’ experience in a professional capacity. The College and its learners will have a mutually dependent and beneficial relationship that requires both parties involved to be familiar with the Charter in order to meet set expectations on both ends.
Liffey College is a private educational institution established in 2009. The College emphasises the importance of individual attention and support in achieving academic and career goals. Programmes, facilities and services are learner-centred and designed to include all aspects of education and development. Liffey College’s team consists of well-qualified and skilled staff supported by a well-developed business framework with commitment to continuous development, enhancement and innovation in offering a quality service.
Leadership is inherent at both operational and academic levels through the interaction of governance structures so that all areas of operation align with the organisational goals. The College’s mission, vision, roles, responsibilities and values are well communicated. Appropriate structures with separation of operational and academic functions are in place to efficiently realise commitments to all stakeholders. Liffey College offers General English and Delivery of General English includes face-to-face classroom-based delivery and sometimes online learning as circumstances require (for example, COVID, extreme weather events or as circumstances dictate).Liffey College’s long-term strategy is centred on enhancing the quality and scope of its educational offerings to meet the evolving needs of learners and industries. Building on its commitment to excellence, inclusivity and innovation, the College aims to deliver programmes that empower learners through both English Language Education and Further Education and Training (FET) pathways. Within the 2025/2026 academic year, Liffey College plans to enhance its approved Quality Assurance System to ensure that all programmes meet the highest educational standards and equip learners with practical skills and real-world applications. This includes aligning its General English Language programme with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and validating other programmes in accordance with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) guidelines. The College will foster a learner-centred approach that integrates critical thinking, cultural awareness and lifelong learning habits. Liffey College will continue to maintain and refine this system, ensuring a process of continuous improvement and innovation that reflects its broader mission of delivering learner-centred, diverse and inclusive education. As part of its expanded vision, Liffey College plans to develop and submit additional Level 5 and Level 8 programmes for approval, ensuring a comprehensive suite of offerings that cater to both local and international learners. This includes vocational and professional training options that support workforce development and equip learners with the skills required to succeed in an interconnected global economy. This strategic direction will strengthen Liffey College’s partnerships with stakeholders, foster community engagement and create new opportunities for learners and the college to prosper. The College’s focus on aligning programmes with industry demands ensures that learners are well-prepared for meaningful career and academic pathways.