English language course for young learners in Dublin
Ireland is the perfect place to improve your English. It’s one of the most dynamic countries in the European Union, and its recent economic development has given it a new lease of life. Today, it’s a modern, open country, whose inhabitants warmly welcome visitors, while maintaining a solid foundation of traditions that give the country its charm.
Our partner school is accredited by The Advisory Council For English Language Schools. For 40 years, foreign students wishing to improve their level of English have been welcomed here in a friendly and stimulating atmosphere.
The teachers are all qualified to teach English as a foreign language. Specific programmes have been developed for all levels.
The town of Blackrock is located on the outskirts of Dublin, ten minutes by train or twenty-five minutes by bus from the capital’s city centre. It’ s very close to the sea, and the Irish love its shops, cafés and weekend markets.
Blackrock College is a large educational complex built in 1860, set in a leafy campus of almost 26 hectares, with magnificent views over Dublin Bay. its most famous building, ‘The Castle’, is a historic Georgian building which now houses the college’s residence.
The college’s sports facilities include football, rugby, tennis, basketball and volleyball pitches, an athletics track, an indoor swimming pool, a games room and a common room.





The stay at Blackrock College includes per week :
- 15 hours of general English classes (mornings from 9am to 12.30pm or afternoons from 2pm to 5.30pm) with a maximum of 15 students per class
- 3 hours of STEAM workshops (science, technology, engineering, art, maths)
- 1 day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket (Glendalough and Wicklow Gaol, Powerscourt Villa and its gardens and Wicklow Gaol, National Heritage Park and Ferns Castle, Kilkenny and Smithwick Brewery…)
- 1 half-day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket
- 1 half-day outing, including orientation tour of Dublin city
- 1 day trip to greater Dublin (1 trip every 2 weeks)
- A course on the basics of Vlogging
- Interactive theatre workshops
- Sports activities
- A programme of evening activities (film screening, mini-disco, karaoke, Irish-themed evening…)
- Student card
- Certificate of attendance at the end of your stay
The summer course takes place on the main campus of the University of Dublin, located in Belfield, 5 km south of the city, on a modern 125-hectare site (Belgrove Village).
UCD was originally a Catholic institution founded in 1851 as an alternative to the Anglican Trinity College. With its 10 faculties and 22,000 students, it is currently the largest university in the country and counts many famous poets and novelists such as James Joyce among its alumni.
Dublin University has no fewer than 60 sports clubs covering all disciplines, including hurling and Gaelic football, and is home to an Olympic-sized swimming pool.





Your stay at UCD includes
- 15 hours of general English classes (mornings from 9am to 12.50pm or afternoons from 2pm to 5.50pm) with a maximum of 15 students per class
- 3 hours of workshops on 21st century skills
- 1 day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket (Games of Thrones tour, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and its cathedral…)
- 1 day excursion to greater Dublin by public transport (1 excursion every 2 weeks)
- 1 half-day excursion by public transport with entrance ticket
- 1 half-day of off-campus activities, including an orientation tour of Dublin city
- A course on the basics of Vlogging
- Interactive theatre workshops
- Sports activities
- A programme of evening activities (film screening, mini disco, karaoke, Irish themed evening…)
- Student card
- Certificate of attendance at the end of your stay
Maynooth is Ireland’s university town. It is home to a total of 8,400 students during the academic year and is located 24 km west of Dublin, just 40 minutes from the airport. Theuniversity dates back to 1795 and offers a mixture of historic and ultra-modern buildings with state-of-the-art facilities. The capital’s attractions are within easy reach, as are all the cultural sites around Maynooth, such as Castle House and Celbridge Abbey. The campus has excellent sports facilities, including a large indoor gymnasium complex where students can play table tennis, basketball, badminton, volleyball, etc.





The stay at Maynooth University includes per week :
- 15 hours of general English lessons per week (mornings from 9am to 12.50pm or afternoons from 2pm to 5.50pm) with a maximum of 15 students per class
- 3 hours of workshops on 21st century skills
- 1 day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket and evening meal off campus
- 1 half-day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket
- 1 half-day excursion to Maynooth Village (1 excursion every 2 weeks)
- 1 excursion by private coach to Dublin to visit the National Gallery Ireland or a similar museum (1 excursion every 2 weeks)
- 1 day excursion by private coach for a free day in Bray, Dun Laoghaire or Howth (1 excursion every 2 weeks)
- A course on the basics of Vlogging
- Interactive theatre workshops
- STEAM workshops (science, technology, engineering, art, maths)
- A programme of evening activities (film showings, mini-disco, karaoke, Irish-themed evenings, etc.)
- Student card
- Certificate of attendance at the end of your stay
Located in the heart of Dublin, Trinity Hall is one of the iconic accommodations associated with theworld-renowned university Trinity College. Facilities include comfortable bedrooms, welcoming communal areas, and easy access to a wide range of activities. Just minutes from the Irish capital’s main sights, Trinity Hall offers access to historic attractions such as Trinity College Library, Temple Bar and St. Stephen’s Green. The campus also offers a variety of leisure facilities, including sports grounds and activity rooms, to ensure a balanced and enriching experience.



Your stay at Trinity Hall includes
- 15 hours of general English classes (mornings from 9am to 12.30pm) with a maximum of 15 students per class
- 3 hours of workshops on 21st century skills
- 1 day excursion by private coach with entrance ticket
- 1 day excursion by public transport to Greater Dublin (1 excursion every 2 weeks)
- 1 half-day excursion with entrance ticket
- 1 half-day of off-campus activities, including orientation tour of Dublin city
- Interactive theatre workshops
- A programme of evening activities (film screening, mini-disco, karaoke, Irish-themed evening…)
- Student card
- Certificate of attendance at the end of your stay
English courses: general information
Levels accepted: A1 to C1
Courses run from Monday to Friday, with 2 lessons a day, in the morning or afternoon.
Maximum number of students per group: 15
On the first day, a placement test is carried out to allocate all students to a group corresponding to their level of English. The teachers provide weekly progress reports. Visits and excursions are prepared in class, so that students can make the most of them.
Lessons are organised arounda different theme each day. The first lesson of the day deals with subjects that speak to the students and the world around them. The second lesson focuses on various aspects of Irish culture, allowing students to discover Irish music, sport, history and legends. Each week, students will develop their collaborative skills and creativity by working on a group project, such as a radio programme or a short play to present at the end of the week.
All our teachers are experienced state school teachers with an English teaching qualification, or permanent ATC teachers.
Teaching tools
“My Learning Journal:
Our partner school has set up a learning journal system that students will fill in throughout their stay. This enables them to get a better experience of the activities and excursions, to assimilate more easily the vocabulary and themes covered in class and outside, and to understand and go back over their difficulties with their teachers.
ATC Online:
Students will also have access to an online platform, created to encourage independent learning and course preparation. Once back home, they will be able to log on for 12 weeks after the end of their stay, so that they can look back on the different things covered during their lessons and develop new skills.
Content :
- Course summaries
- Timetable and topics covered during the next lessons
- Preparation for excursions
Outside the classroom, a varied programme of sporting, recreational and cultural activities is offered. The colleges all have excellent sports facilities, so students can take part in activities in a safe and pleasant environment.
The programme includes
5 half-day activities per week (morning or afternoon depending on the course) and every evening
- Sports: football, volleyball, basketball, tennis, rugby, swimming, etc.
- Group projects: to encourage students’ creativity and oral English, projects are organised around writing, performing arts(Arts & Crafts), creating life-size games(Gamezone), online content, etc.
- 1 Cultural visit to Dublin or the surrounding area
1 day excursion on Sunday
Below is an example of a 2-week timetable:

Our colleges offer full-board residential accommodation.
Facilities/services available :
- Shared room (2, 3, 4 or 5 students). Younger students can also be accommodated in rooms with 8 to 10 beds.
- Shared bathroom
- Wardrobe and locker in the room
- Bed linen and towels provided
- WiFi connection
- Personal key given to each resident
- Daily room cleaning
- Weekly laundry included
- 24-hour security
- Single-sex residence
Facilities/Services available:
- Single room with shower room in 6-bedroom flats
- Wardrobe, desk and chair in the room
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Shared TV, lounge and kitchen in each flat
- WiFi connection
- Personal electronic key given to each resident
- Rooms cleaned 2x/week
- Self-service laundry (chargeable)
- 24-hour security
Facilities/Services available :
- Single or twin rooms with en-suite shower in 5-6 bedroom flats
- Wardrobe, desk and chair in the room
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Shared lounge and kitchen in each flat
- WiFi connection
- Personal electronic key given to each resident
- Rooms and communal areas cleaned 1x/week
- Self-service laundry (chargeable)
- 24-hour security
Facilities/services available :
- Single or twin room with shower room in 6-bedroom flats
- Wardrobe, desk and chair in room
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Shared lounge and kitchen in each flat
- WiFi connection
- Personal electronic key given to each resident
- Rooms and communal areas cleaned 1x/week
- Self-service laundry (chargeable)
- 24-hour security
Travel
Day of arrival: Saturday or Sunday
Day of departure: Saturday or Sunday
Arrival station or airport :
- Airport: Dublin International Airport
Transfer available on request (chargeable, see “Dates & Prices” tab).
Note: do not book your ticket until we have confirmed your stay (approximately 4 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
Dates 2025
Stays are available from two to four weeks.
Students are expected to arrive on the Sunday before the start of the course at the following times:
- Blackrock College (11 to 15 year olds): 28/06 to 10/08
- University College Dublin (aged 13 to 17): from 17/06 to 16/08
- Maynooth University (11 to 17 year olds): 28/06 to 31/07
- Trinity Hall (15 to 17 year olds): 28/06 to 31/07
Prices 2025
Including course, accommodation, meals as described, all taxes and registration fees
Trinity Hall (ages 15-17) | |
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2 weeks | € 2.675 |
3 weeks | € 3.995 |
4 weeks | € 5.245 |
Blackrock College (ages 11-15) | |
2 weeks | € 2.260 |
3 weeks | € 3.360 |
4 weeks | € 4.420 |
University College Dublin (ages 13-17) | |
2 weeks | € 2.460 |
3 weeks | € 3.675 |
4 weeks | € 4.845 |
Maynooth University (11-17) | |
2 weeks | € 2.545 |
3 weeks | € 3.795 |
4 weeks | € 4.995 |
Compulsory supplement - per trip | |
Transfer from Dublin airport to the centre | € 130 |
Transfer from Dublin Airport to Maynooth | € 150 |
UM supplement (return only) | € 65 |
Prices include:
- 15h English lessons per week
- Accommodation in a residence with full board
- Teaching materials
- The programme of activities and excursions as described
- Transport for activities and excursions
Not included:
- Travel to Dublin
- Airport transfers
- Any insurance
- Any visa fees
- A deposit of €50 is required on arrival and will be returned at the end of your stay if no damage has been found.
- Local bus and transport tickets are not included. Allow €75 for a fortnight