Course description
Turn your language learning into an adventure!
Designed for students aged 9 to 17, this course seamlessly blends expert English language instruction with a diverse range of extracurricular activities tailored to this age group. Each day features dynamic English language tuition in the mornings, followed by a rich array of activities and excursions in the afternoons.
Our summer programme takes place at St. Columba’s College, a beautiful historic campus located in the south of Dublin, surrounded by green fields and stunning views of the Dublin Mountains. Just 25 minutes from the city centre, the campus offers a safe and inspiring environment with excellent facilities, including spacious classrooms, sports fields, a gym, and comfortable accommodation — all within walking distance.
Course Length: From 1 to 4 Weeks
Levels: Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1)
Minimum Age: From 9 to 17 years old
Average Class Size: 13 (maximum of 16 students)
What is included?
Classes: 15 hours of mixed nationality group lessons per week
Accommodation:
Homestay Accommodation: Students live with welcoming host families, sharing a room with students of different nationalities (where available). Daily breakfast and dinner are provided, plus weekend packed lunches. Private buses are provided for transfers between the host families and the school.
Student Residence: On-campus accommodation in shared rooms. A varied menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner is served daily in the school dining hall.
A fun and engaging mix of sports, cultural excursions, and activities - with two full-day trips each week. Evening activities take place daily for residential students and weekly for homestay students.
Course topics
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule
Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (12 Jul - 09 Aug)
Classes per week
16 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Tuesday and Thursday - Friday
School holidays
03 Aug 2026
St. Columba's College does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class times
Morning session
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Morning session
11:15 AM - 01:15 PM
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Class level
All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Dublin to determine your class level.
Student age
| Age range |
9 - 17 years old |
| Average |
14 years old |
Certificate
A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
