ATC have had an established program on the campus of Maynooth University for over 25 years. The spacious campus is located in a university town just 24km outside of Dublin. Maynooth University offers fantastic facilities with single ensuite accommodation and great sports facilities, when booking with Maynooth University the students will always have one of their full day trips to the Cliffs of Moher with a late return to campus after having dinner in Galway.
Lessons are held in the spacious classrooms, library and computer room, usually in the morning. The children can relax in the cafeteria or common room. After classes sports activities are planned. The infrustracture includes a gym, swimming pool, rugby and football fields, volleyball and basketball courts. Photography and vlogging workshops are organised. In their spare time students take walks around Dublin, visit a chocolate factory and enjoy the view from the Moher Cliffs. In the evenings there is Irish folk dancing, film and fashion shows.
Children are placed in a residence within walking distance of classrooms and the dining hall. The rooms are single and double with private facilities. A member of staff cleans and changes the sheets once a week. There is a private launderette on site. Meals are provided three times a day and packed lunch on weekends.
- Spacious campus location
- Comprehensive English, social and cultural program
- Well established program
- Quality English program with innovative teaching methods
- Conversational clubs 3 times a week
- Classes
- Relaxtion zone
- Computer room
- Cafeteria
- Sports hall
- Swimming pool
- Basketball / voleyball pitches
- Regby / football fields
- Irish dance
- Disco
- Movie night
- Excursions
Programmes
The language course at the centre is for 15 hours a week. On the day of arrival, students take an English test, which is used to form classes of up to 15 students. Pupils improve their reading, writing, translation and listening skills. Each class has a specific focus on speaking and Irish mythology. Lessons take place in the spacious classrooms, library and computer lab, usually in the morning. Additionally, children will be divided into two groups to practise their communication skills: some will go to conversation club, while 15+ pupils can attend workshops on social media and career development. The workshops teach students the tricks of the trade during job interviews and share the secrets of writing a winning CV. All levels are available.
- 15 hours English tuition per week
- Additional 3 hours a week in 'World of Work' / ATC Campus Projects
- Testing and grouping
- Teaching materials
- Certificate at the end of course
- Double occupancy accommodation with private facilities
- Three meals per day
- Leisure activities
- Chocolate Factory, Dublin, Moher Cliffs, Croke Park Walk
- Bank charges
- Travel Class travel services
- Visa processing including translation
- Health Insurance
- Transfer from and to the airport
Not included:
- Out of pocket expenses
Sample programme
Morning. Arrival Day
Day. Introduction to ATC Staff, campus and other students
Evening. Disco
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects - Gamezone
Evening. Fashion Show
Morning. English Classes
Day. Trip to Chocolate Factory with ATC Staff and by private transport
Evening. Irish Night
Morning. English Classes
Day. World of Work / Conversation Club
Evening. Film Night
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects Photography with ATC Team
Evening. Gumball Challenge
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects Gamezone with ATC Team
Evening. Giant Twister
Morning. Dublin City Centre
Day. Dublin City Centre
Evening. Talent Show
Morning. Free day
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Games
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Disco
Morning. English Classes
Day. Half day excursion
Evening. Quiz
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Fashion Show
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Karaoke
Morning. Full day excrusion
Day. Full day excrusion
Evening. Full day excrusion
The language course at the centre is for 15 hours a week. On the day of arrival, students take an English test, which is used to form classes of up to 15 students. Pupils improve their reading, writing, translation and listening skills. Each class has a specific focus on speaking and Irish mythology. Lessons take place in the spacious classrooms, library and computer lab, usually in the morning. Additionally, children will be divided into two groups to practise their communication skills: some will go to conversation club, while 15+ pupils can attend workshops on social media and career development. The workshops teach students the tricks of the trade during job interviews and share the secrets of writing a winning CV. All levels are available.
- 15 hours English tuition per week
- Additional 3 hours a week in 'World of Work' / ATC Campus Projects
- Testing and grouping
- Teaching materials
- Certificate at the end of course
- Double occupancy accommodation with private facilities
- Three meals per day
- Leisure activities
- Chocolate Factory, Dublin, Moher Cliffs, Croke Park Walk
- Bank charges
- Travel Class travel services
- Visa processing including translation
- Health Insurance
Not included:
- Out of pocket expenses
- Transfer from and to the airport
Sample programme
Morning. Arrival Day
Day. Introduction to ATC Staff, campus and other students
Evening. Disco
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects - Gamezone
Evening. Fashion Show
Morning. English Classes
Day. Trip to Chocolate Factory with ATC Staff and by private transport
Evening. Irish Night
Morning. English Classes
Day. World of Work / Conversation Club
Evening. Film Night
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects Photography with ATC Team
Evening. Gumball Challenge
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects Gamezone with ATC Team
Evening. Giant Twister
Morning. Dublin City Centre
Day. Dublin City Centre
Evening. Talent Show
Morning. Free day
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Games
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Disco
Morning. English Classes
Day. Half day excursion
Evening. Quiz
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Fashion Show
Morning. English Classes
Day. ATC Projects
Evening. Karaoke
Morning. Full day excrusion
Day. Full day excrusion
Evening. Full day excrusion
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FAQ
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If canceled at least two weeks in advance, you will be refunded the amount paid except for:
- Travel Class services for booking 55 EUR;
- ticket refunds are made according to the airline's rules (unless otherwise requested, tickets are purchased by default at the most favorable, usually non-refundable fare).
If canceled less than two weeks before the start of the program, additionally will be taken:
- the first week of the Program at the School;
- additional services (medical insurance, meeting at the airport, additional excursions), if they have already been ordered.
No, el primer día se realizará una prueba de nivel para ubicar al estudiante en la clase más adecuada, tomando en cuenta sus habilidades y conocimientos previos.
1. Parents check in their child for the flight. Airlines usually allow independent flights from the age of 12. You can order an escort service for a minor (100-150 euros) so that an airport employee accompanies the child at the airport.
2. If you book a transfer, the child will be met at the airport by a school representative with a sign with the student's name.
Yes, flight tickets from Spain and Italy are included.
Todos nuestros destinos, alojamientos y actividades están cuidadosamente seleccionados siguiendo protocolos estrictos de supervisión.
Durante toda la estancia, los estudiantes cuentan con la presencia constante de staff local y monitores, disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Los chicos nunca están solos: están acompañados en clase, durante las comidas, en las actividades deportivas, las excursiones y también durante la noche en las residencias. Todo el personal está formado en primeros auxilios y tiene experiencia trabajando con adolescentes.
Las familias tienen total tranquilidad gracias a nuestro teléfono de emergencia 24/7.
Trabajamos únicamente con colegios y organizaciones con años de trayectoria comprobada. Tenemos procedimientos claros para cualquier tipo de emergencia médica o situación que pueda surgir.
Muchas familias nos eligen precisamente por la tranquilidad que les proporciona saber que sus hijos están seguros y bien cuidados en todo momento.
Durante toda la estancia tendrá los contactos principales:
- Nuestro número de emergencia 24/7
- El director del centro (se lo facilitamos antes de la salida)
- El monitor si viajan en grupo
Location
Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland
