Language holidays with your private tutor
This is the most effective way to make rapid progress. You live with your teacher, who gives you one-to-one lessons tailored to your objectives and needs. You share his or her daily life and activities, and experience language immersion 24 hours a day.
You have the option of taking general language courses, courses focusing on a specific subject or exam preparation, or combining your course with other options (activities, sport or culture).
- Cork
- Dublin
- Galway
- Limerick
Teachers are rarely located in the city centre. The quality of the welcome and the skills of the teachers are given priority over central location. We ask you to select three regions of your choice when you enrol.
A personalised formula to achieve your objectives
This personalised formula ensures rapid progress and the achievement of your objectives. It is suitable for all profiles and all ages – young people, students, adults or retired people – and for all objectives – personal, academic or professional (preparing for an exam, catching up on school work, getting ahead, going on a trip, taking part in an international conference, etc.). Your teacher will adapt his or her lessons to your needs, help you to work on your weak points and help you to achieve your goals quickly.
Asyou are the only student with your teacher, you will have no contact with other foreign students and will never have the opportunity to speak your mother tongue. The intensity of the courses and the total immersion in a different culture mean that participants have to be highly committed and motivated.
Experienced and qualified teachers
All our teachers are experienced and have the necessary university qualifications. They have undergone specific training and are selected for the quality and friendliness of their welcome. In addition, they are supported by a network of teaching directors who establish teaching methods and organise ongoing training courses. They can be contacted during the stay if necessary.
An excellent quality of welcome
The family offers excellent reception conditions and is carefully selected to meet your expectations. If you are on a special diet or have certain requirements (smokers or non-smokers, children or not, etc.), it is important to let us know when you register. There is always a teacher to suit your profile: whether you are young, professional, adult or retired. The high social calibre of the host families is a guarantee of enriching and interesting contacts, and of course of progress in your chosen language.
Supervision for the very young
Many children and teenagers take part in this type of stay, as it guarantees that they will be looked after by experienced and serious families. The young person’s commitment is fundamental to the success of the holiday. We offer a ‘Cocooning’ option, which is compulsory for under-15s and highly recommended for all minors. This option guarantees the presence of an adult 24 hours a day.
English courses: general information
- Length of lesson: 60 minutes
- Timetable: flexible, depending on the teacher’s availability and your wishes. You can choose to have your lessons spread evenly over the week, or you can arrange days without lessons so that you can explore the region. This can be arranged with your teacher
- Level test: on the day of your arrival. It is also possible to assess your level online beforehand
- Levels accepted: all levels
- Location: teachers are rarely located in the centre of town. The quality of the welcome and the skills of the teachers are prioritised over central location. We ask you to select three regions of your choice when you enrol
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the course and progress report (on request)
- Options: Specialised vocabulary, Cocooning (compulsory supervision for under 15s) (see “options” tab)
- Qualifications: teachers have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or the agrégation (higher education diploma)
- Maximum number of students per family: you will be the only participant in the programme hosted by the teacher. In very rare cases, however, one or two other students of a different nationality may also be staying with your teacher.
Exam Preparation/Specialised Vocabulary” option
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an examination (such as the Cambridge First Certificate, Proficiency, TOEIC, TOEFL) or a course to help you acquire specialist vocabulary relating to school subjects (maths, geography, literature) or technical terms in fields such as medicine, engineering, law, IT, architecture, tourism, etc. Note that the carefully selected teachers are not necessarily engineers, doctors, lawyers, etc. themselves.
Please note: the programme only offers preparation for an exam, not the opportunity to sit it. Teaching material will be provided for the above examinations. For all other exams, you will need to bring your own material (books, copies of previous exams or other documents needed to prepare for your exam).
Supplement: see “Dates & Fees” tab.
10 online lessons” option
These lessons take place on Zoom and can be added to your programme of lessons with the teacher. This option includes a minimum of 10 45-minute sessions, 5 before your stay and 5 after your stay. Get to know your teacher, prepare your lessons, revise and finalise everything you have learnt on your return
Supplement: see “Dates & Prices” tab.
Cocooning” option
The “Cocooning” option guarantees that the teacher or an adult family member will be present at home at all times during the student’s stay. This option does not include any activities and only provides supervision. This supplement is compulsory for under-15s and strongly recommended for 16-17s.
Supplement: see “Dates & Prices” tab.
Special diet” option
If you have a special diet, it is important to let us know in advance so that the teacher can adapt. If this diet involves a great deal of effort on the part of the host family, such as a gluten-free or halal diet, a supplement will be charged.
Extra charge: please contact us.
Special needs” option
Some teachers are able to accommodate students with physical disabilities (such as visual or hearing impairments), emotional or behavioural problems (such as hyperactivity) or learning difficulties (such as dyslexia) , provided they are informed in advance. This option allows us to offer suitable accommodation and extra attention from the teacher. This supplement does not cover any care that may be required.
Supplement: see “Dates & Prices” tab.
Five Star” option: Luxury services
This programme is specially designed for business people and professionals, as well as their families, who are used to a high standard of living and who want more comfort. The “Five Star” programme includes a private bathroom, superior accommodation and meals, and greater attention paid to the student.
Supplement: 100% of the price of the chosen stay.
Shared stay
It is possible to take lessons in twos, threes or fours with another participant(s) of your choice, as long as it is on the same dates and for the same language level.
Discount: 20% will be given to each student if you take lessons with two people, and 25% if you take lessons with 3 or 4 people.
Senior
Students aged 60 and over receive a discount for all stays starting and finishing between October and May.
5% discount
Christmas and New Year breaks
It is possible to follow this programme during the Christmas holidays. A supplement will be applied for all stays including 24, 25, 26 or 31 December or 1 January. If your stay includes both Christmas and New Year, this supplement will apply twice. This supplement includes activities such as a New Year’s meal, a countdown to the New Year, fireworks, a visit to the city’s decorations and shopping.
Supplement: see “Dates & prices” tab.
Travel
Day of arrival: Sunday
Day of departure: Saturday (7 nights. Some teachers are flexible regarding arrival and departure dates)
Arrival station or airport: Transfer available on request (at an additional cost, see “Dates & Prices” tab)
When you receive your teacher’s profile, the nearest station, airport or port to your host family’s home will be indicated. Transfers are made by the host family, the local organiser or a private driver (usually by car, occasionally by public transport). If you do not arrive at the airport indicated or if you arrive/depart before 8am or after 9pm, prices will be increased. Students under the age of 16 must book return transfers, unless we are informed that they are accompanied by their parents.
Note: do not book your transport ticket until we have confirmed your stay and allocated you a teacher (approximately 8 days after payment of your deposit).
Visa information
Do you need a visa to follow this programme? For more information, please see our Visa Information page.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone if you require any further information on this subject.
Dates & Prices 2025
Session starts: every week, all year round.
Prices 2025
Registration fees included
| Standard Program - Price per week | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Region / Number of hours | 10H | 15H | 20H | 25H | 30H | |
| All regions except Dublin | € 1.065 | € 1.295 | € 1.515 | € 1.745 | € 1.985 | |
| Dublin region | € 1.215 | € 1.445 | € 1.665 | € 1.895 | € 2.135 | |
| Combined Program - Price per week | ||||||
| Activity supplement - Price per week | All regions | |||||
| 5h of activities | € 295 | |||||
| 10h of activities | € 590 | |||||
| 15h of activities | € 885 | |||||
| 20h of activities | € 1.180 | |||||
| Language & Sport Program | ||||||
| Sports supplement per week | Horse riding | Golf | Fishing | Tennis | Rugby | Surfing |
| 3 sessions per week | € 335 | € 405 | € 285 | € 335 | € 335 | € 255 |
| Language & Culture Program | 3 visits | 4 visits | 5 visits | |||
| Cultural visits supplement per week | € 345 | € 425 | € 505 | |||
| Cultural visits supplement per week - Dublin | € 495 | € 575 | € 655 | |||
| Optional supplements (per week, unless otherwise stated) | ||||||
| Extra night | € 130 | |||||
| Transfer (per trip)* | € 110 | |||||
| Exam preparation/Business | € 180 | |||||
| Cocooning option (mandatory -15y) | € 150 | |||||
| Christmas or New Year supplement | € 150 | |||||
| Private bathroom option | € 180 | |||||
| Special diet | € 110 | |||||
| Special care - Disability, dyslexia, ADHD | € 180 | |||||
| 10 online lessons | € 450 | |||||
| *Round trip mandatory for participants aged 16 and under. | ||||||
*Return ticket compulsory for those aged 16 and under.
The above prices include:
- The chosen course programme
- Books and use of all teaching materials
- Accommodation in a single room with your teacher
- Full board
- All taxes and registration fees
- Assistance from the regional coordinator
- Placement test, certificate of attendance and course report (on request)
Not included:
- Travel and transfers
- Any supplements (“Exam preparation/Specialised vocabulary”, “Cocooning”, “Five Star” accommodation)
- New Year’s Eve supplement for all stays including 24, 25, 26 or 31 December, or 1 January
- Any extra nights
- Any visa fees
- Optional insurance
Remarks
- If 2 students of the same level wish to stay and take the course together, each participant receives a 20% discount.
- If a person chooses to accompany a participant and share a room and meals without attending a course, they will receive a 20% discount.
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