Reviews of The TEFL Academy

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Description

The TEFL Academy is the world’s leading TEFL course provider. Their courses are designed to effectively teach their students the fundamental skills to enable them to be successful at teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL).

There are many TEFL course providers operating throughout the world. With so much choice, and with such a vast amount of conflicting information available on the internet, it can be hard for prospective TEFL course students to make the right choice.

The TEFL Academy’s 168 hour TEFL course aims to provide students with accurate information, skills and training to ensure they leave the academy with a sound understanding of teaching English, as well as a clearer picture of the TEFL industry as a whole.

Headquarters

The TEFL Academy

28 Pembroke Street Upper, Dublin 2, Ireland

Courses

Course Types

Combined TEFL Courses
Online TEFL Courses

Course Lengths

Short Courses (40-100 hours)
Standard (120-140 hours)
Long Courses (150+ hours)

Certifications

TEFL / TESL / TESOL

Additional Features

Online Practicum
Stand-Alone Teaching Practice
TEFL Internships

Specialist Courses

Teaching Business English
Teaching One-to-One
Teaching Online
Teaching Young Learners

Locations

Australia

Melbourne
Sydney

Canada

Toronto ON
Vancouver BC

England

Birmingham
Brighton
Bristol
Leeds
London
Manchester
Newcastle

Ireland

Dublin
Galway

Italy

Rome

Netherlands

Amsterdam

New Zealand

Auckland

Northern Ireland

Belfast

Scotland

Edinburgh
Glasgow

South Africa

Cape Town
Durban
Johannesburg
Pretoria

USA

Boston MA
Philadelphia PA
San Francisco CA

The TEFL Academy has received 1539 student reviews and has an overall rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars based on the following criteria.

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Accreditation

DEAC

Distance Education Accrediting Commission

Qualifi

Qualifi Ltd

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Contact

Contact
theteflacademy.com
Address
28 Pembroke Upper
Dublin Southside
Dublin
Ireland, 7
Phone
+44 1273 806 380

1,539 reviews of The TEFL Academy

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Review 1539 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Huyen Huynh on June 21, 2026 11:55 am
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I recently completed the Level 5 TEFL course with The TEFL Academy and would like to share my experience.

Overall, I found the course content well-structured and informative. The modules covered a wide range of teaching concepts, classroom management techniques, lesson planning, and practical strategies that helped me better understand how to teach English effectively, especially to young learners.

As a non-native English speaker, I appreciated the opportunity to challenge myself and gain more confidence in pursuing a teaching career. The assignments encouraged me to think critically and apply what I learned rather than simply memorizing theory.

I did experience some issues regarding the spelling of my name on the certificate and related documents. However, the support team responded promptly and worked with me to correct the documents. I appreciate their willingness to assist and resolve the matter.

Overall, completing this course has been a valuable step in my professional development, and I am grateful for the knowledge and confidence it has given me as I begin my TEFL journey.

Thank you to The TEFL Academy team for their support throughout the course.

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Review 1538 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Dawn Jefferson on June 11, 2026 3:36 pm
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I’ve enjoyed having an excellent studying experience at the TEFL Academy. The assistance I received from the administration department and tutoring personnel, as well as the detailed and thorough course content of all the sections, I have been able to successfully complete and pass the Level 5 course without much pressure. I would definitely recommend this course to anybody interested in obtaining a respected TEFL qualication.

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Review 1537 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Jordan Katnis on June 11, 2026 9:32 am
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Enrolling in the Level 5 TEFL course was a genuinely transformative experience that exceeded my expectations in every way. The curriculum was exceptionally well-structured, effortlessly balancing deep linguistic theory with highly practical, actionable classroom methodologies. Each module provided immersive lesson-planning frameworks and interactive assignments that pushed me to think creatively, ultimately building immense confidence in my teaching and public management abilities. The detailed, constructive feedback from tutors was invaluable, offering real-world insights that went far beyond basic textbook learning. This comprehensive training has not only given me a profound understanding of language acquisition but has also left me feeling thoroughly equipped and inspired to step into any diverse, international classroom with confidence.

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Review 1536 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Jané Möller on June 11, 2026 9:07 am
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This is a very good company if you want to get your TEFL Certificate. It would just be helpful if they have more online positions available where we can apply and the remove the ones where the positions has already been filled.

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Review 1535 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Kalista Pillay on June 9, 2026 9:22 am
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I have had an amazing journey studying through the TEFL ACADEMY. The range of resources is a huge help and the quality of learning is amazing.

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Review 1534 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Fatima Ezzahraa Moustansir on June 7, 2026 9:40 am
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Excellent TEFL course with clear content, useful resources, and detailed feedback. The assignments were engaging and helped me build confidence in lesson planning and teaching. Highly recommended!

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Review 1533 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Darryl Wallace on June 5, 2026 1:28 pm
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I enjoyed the course immensely,the layout and material was very easy to navigate.I would highly recommend to anyone thinking of using TEFL academy.The major advantage to using TEFL is the flexibility in learning at your own speed.Fantastic.

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Review 1532 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Sheema Fazili on June 4, 2026 7:25 am
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I had a very positive experience completing the Level 5 TEFL course with The TEFL Academy. The course was well-organized, easy to follow, and covered all the essential aspects of English language teaching. The study materials were informative and helped me build both my knowledge and confidence as a future teacher.

The assignments were practical and encouraged me to think about real classroom situations. I also found the support from the academy helpful whenever I needed guidance.

Overall, I am pleased with the quality of the training and would recommend The TEFL Academy to anyone interested in pursuing a TEFL qualification and developing their teaching skills.

Thank you, The TEFL Academy, for this valuable learning experience.

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Review 1531 of 1539 The TEFL Academy

Written by Carmen Carde on June 3, 2026 11:13 am
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I had a very positive experience with the TEFL program. The coursework was well structured, and the assignments provided a good level of challenge without being overwhelming. What I appreciated most was the support from the team when I needed additional time to complete my certification. Life got busy, and I lost track of my access period, but they helped extend it so I could finish the program. Overall, I found the course informative, flexible, and worth the investment.

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