JUNIOR & FAMILY SUMMER COURSES
Learn English in Ireland at Atlantic Language Galway & Dublin
2017 PROGRAMME
Welcome to ATLANTIC LANGUAGE Junior & Family Summer Courses - For students aged 5 – 17 & 18+ - Guaranteed care and supervision
CONTENTS
-C omprehensive and interactive English language classes - Educational and fun-filled activity programme -C hoice of residential or home-stay options in two Irish cities -F amily Programmes in Galway and Dublin for parents and their children For over 20 years Atlantic Language has been providing premium quality English language training for people of all ages, from all over the world. Our years of experience and international reputation for educational excellence guarantee that you will receive the highest quality programme. With a choice of summer centre locations in GALWAY on the west coast and DUBLIN, we will also ensure that you experience the best of Ireland. If you are looking for a fun-filled summer Language Programme, that will improve your English while introducing you to new friends from all over the world, look no further than ATLANTIC LANGUAGE.
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Atlantic Language Junior Programme...................3 Accommodation & Welfare.....................................4 The Social Programme.............................................5 Galway..........................................................................6 Dublin ..........................................................................8 Atlantic Language Family Programme..................10 Galway Family Programme...................................12 Social Activities Timetable Galway....................12 Dublin Family Programme....................................14 Social Activities Timetable Dublin.....................14
YOUR ATLANTIC LANGUAGE JUNIOR PROGRAMME JUNIOR COURSE
OUR JUNIOR SUMMER COURSES offer a package of quality teaching, accommodation, meals, supervision and an exciting social programme. Our highly qualified and friendly teachers use the most up to date methods in an interactive learning environment. Classes are designed to develop your communication skills and build your confidence in using English.
Our teachers make learning English interesting and dynamic by combining formal language training with games, project work and the use of multimedia resources. Lessons will also prepare you for excursions and activities so that you can continue to use your new language skills outside the classroom.
WHAT WE OFFER 24 lessons (18 hours) each week 15 students per class with a mix of nationalities All materials provided End of course Certificate
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ACCOMMODATION & WELFARE
You can choose to STAY IN A RESIDENCE OR WITH A HOST FAMILY. Both options will offer a secure home from home environment. We want you to feel relaxed and comfortable during your stay in Ireland.
WHAT WE OFFER Residential accommodation with modern facilities located close to school Meals served on campus (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Packed lunch provided for weekend tours 24 hour welfare and support staff on site at all times Host Families located within walking distance or short bus ride from school Breakfast and dinner with host family, packed lunch provided each day
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We do everything we can to ensure that your accommodation is secure and comfortable with 24 hour access to an emergency contact number should any problems arise.
THE SOCIAL PROGRAMME
The Atlantic Language JUNIOR SUMMER PROGRAMME offers a range of activities to fill the hours outside of the classroom. The schedule includes local visits, activities, excursions and projects designed to help you have fun and make lots of memories with your new friends.
You can enjoy: City walking tours, local museum visits, shopping trips, fun evening activities and weekend excursions to Irish sites of scenic and historical interest.
SAMPLE TIMETABLE (GALWAY) 07:00
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
07:00 Wake Up 08:00 Breakfast
08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00
09:30 - 13:00 Lessons
Arrivals or Free Time
15:00
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
Project Work
16:00 17:00
Excursion
Connemara
Project Work
Aran Islands Sports/ Activity
Free Time
Quiz Night
Free Time
Personal Time
18:00
18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:00
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Free Time
Bowling
Irish Dancing
Disco 22:30 Room 23:00 Lights Out
3RD JULY - 11TH AUGUST
GALWAY
GALWAY is a vibrant university city on the west coast of Ireland. With its colourful medieval streets and pretty sea-front promenade, Galway attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. It is also known for its rich cultural life which is celebrated in festivals of theatre, music and cinema throughout the summer months.
OUR GALWAY CENTRE is located in the campus of one of Galway’s two universities, GMIT. Here students benefit from modern educational facilities, brightly lit classrooms, canteen, sport’s hall, and chill-out games room. In Galway students can avail of an intensive English language course with 24 lessons (18 hours) per week. After lessons in the morning, students work on projects in the afternoon, using their new language skills in interesting and creative ways.
KEY FACTS Age 12-17 years
General Staff Ratio 1:20
Lessons 24 Lessons (18 hrs) per week
Excursion Staff Ratio 1:20
1 Half Day Excursion per week (e.g. Connemara) 1 Full Day Excursion per week (e.g. Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher)
Accommodation Residential 4 to 5 per residence Host Family
1 Afernoon Activity per week (e.g. Sports) 4 Evening Activity per week (e.g. Cinema, Irish Dance)
Capacity 450 + students Class Size: 15 students per class
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Travel Times Dublin Airport - 2.5 hours Shannon Airport - 1 hour
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3RD JULY - 11TH AUGUST
DUBLIN
DUBLIN, Ireland’s capital, is a lively, metropolitan city with a rich cultural and historical heritage. With a wealth of visitor attractions, and a reputation for warmth and friendliness, Dublin makes an ideal location for a teenage language holiday. OUR DUBLIN CENTRE is located in a spacious, wellequipped secondary school called St. Colmcilles in Knocklyon where students can enjoy brightly lit modern classrooms, sports hall running track,
free wi-fi, and external green areas. The school is situated in a suburb on the Southside of the city. The Junior Summer Course in our Dublin Centre combines focused English language tuition with a varied social programme and weekly excursions.
KEY FACTS Age 12-17 years
General Staff Ratio 1:20
Lessons 24 Lessons (18 hrs) per week
Excursion Staff Ratio 1:20
Capacity 310 students Class Size: 15 students per class
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Accommodation Host Family (private bus to school provided) Travel Times Dublin Airport - 40 mins
2 Half Day Excursion per week (e.g. Science Museum, Shopping in Dundrum) 1 Full Day Excursion per week (e.g. Glendalough) 3 Afernoon Activity per week (e.g. Sports, Talent Show) 2 Evening Activity per week (e.g. Greyhound Races, Disco)
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ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME FOR PARENTS AND CHILDREN AGED 5 – 17
This fantastic summer course offers families the opportunity to combine a holiday in the Irish cities of Galway or Dublin with English language learning. Lessons are provided by highly qualified native teachers with years of experience and classes for younger learners are given by teachers especially qualified in this field. Parents attend classes in our year-round adult school while children have lessons in a specially designed area of the same school.
Family Programme A
combines morning lessons with afternoon activities + 1 full-day excursion
Family Programme B
offers tuition (morning lessons) only
ACCOMMODATION - Families can choose between host family accommodation or self-catering apartments. The host family accommodation package includes twin room accommodation with breakfast, packed lunch and dinner every day.
KEY FACTS
Age 5-11 years (children) 12-17 year (teenagers) only Galway 18+ (adults & parents) Options Package A: Tuition & Activities Package B: Tuition only
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Transfers Meet and Greet Service to transfer families to Dublin accommodation or to coach from Dublin Airport to Galway Class Size: 14 students per class (parents) 15 students per class (children/ teens) General Staff Ratio 1:15
Accommodation Self-catering apartments or host family Activities Package A (per week): 5 Afternoons activities (5-11) 4 Evening activities (12-17) 1 Full day excursion for families
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3RD JULY - 25TH AUGUST
GALWAY FAMILY PROGRAMME THE ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME in Galway offers families the opportunity to combine a wonderful holiday in the west of Ireland with English language study. Galway is a friendly, vibrant city located on Ireland’s west coast. The city has something to offer every member of the family, from unique boutiques, cafes and music pubs to childfriendly beaches and watersports activities.
On this programme parents will study English in our year-round adult school while children have lessons in classes in the same centre. PARENTS have the option to take extra lessons in the afternoon while their children enjoy English based activities with their teachers. TEENAGERS (12–17 YEARS) can join our INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR SUMMER SCHOOL for afternoon and evening activites like bowling, cinema and a weekly disco.
FAMILY PROGRAMME PACKAGE OPTIONS COURSE TITLE
COURSE CONTENTS PER WEEK
TIMETABLE MONDAY TO FRIDAY
FAMILY PACKAGE A / TUITION & ACTIVITIES & WEEKEND EXCURSION English for Children & Activities 5 -11 years
20 Lessons 5 Afternoon Activities
(Arts & Crafts, Talent Show, Drama, Photography, Yoga, Irish Dance, Aquarium Visit)
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00
*1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Teenagers & Activities 12- 17 years
30 Lessons 4 Evening Activities
(Bowling, Cinema, Table Quiz, Irish Music & Dance)
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00 20:00 - 22:00 (4 evenings)
*1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Parents & Activities 18+ years
30 Lessons *1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00
FAMILY PACKAGE B / TUITION ONLY English for Children 5 -11 years
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30
English for Children 12 - 17 years English for Parents 18+ years
20 Lessons
*Full Day Weekend Excursions include visiting the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher & Connemara
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3RD JULY - 25TH AUGUST
DUBLIN FAMILY PROGRAMME THE ATLANTIC LANGUAGE FAMILY PROGRAMME in Dublin offers families a chance to combine a holiday in Ireland with English language learning. Dublin is a lively and sophisticated modern city with plenty of sights and activities to interest the whole family. You can explore Dublin’s cultural and historical heritage in its theatres and museums, or take advantage of its many parks and beaches.
The Family Programme takes place in our adult centre which is located in the heart of Dublin city centre. PARENTS AND CHILDREN can enjoy classes in a purpose-built Adult centre and adjoining Junior centre. Parents have the option to take extra lessons in the afternoon while their children enjoy English based activities with their teachers.
FAMILY PROGRAMME PACKAGE OPTIONS COURSE TITLE
COURSE CONTENTS PER WEEK
TIMETABLE MONDAY TO FRIDAY
FAMILY PACKAGE A / TUITION & ACTIVITIES & WEEKEND EXCURSION English for Children & Activities 5-11 years
20 Lessons 5 Afternoon Activities
(Arts & Crafts, Irish Dance, Drama, International Food Party, Irish Sports, Picnic Time)
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00
*1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion English for Parents & Activities 18+ years
30 Lessons *1 Full-Day Weekend Excursion
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 13:30 - 15:00
FAMILY PACKAGE B / TUITION ONLY English for Children 5-11 years English for Parents 18+ years
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 20 Lessons
*Full Day Weekend Excursions include visiting the Belfast and Titanic Museum, Kilkenny, Glendalough, Galway City
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FEES INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR SUMMER PROGRAMME GALWAY & DUBLIN (12 -17 YEARS) PROGRAMME 3 JULY - 11 AUG 2017
COURSE STARTING DATE
Junior Summer Programme & Host Family
PRICE PER WEEK* GALWAY
DUBLIN
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th July 2017
€748
€796
Junior Summer Programme & Host Family (low season)
31st July 2017
€673
€716
Junior Summer Programme & Residence
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th July 2017
€860
N/A
Junior Summer Programme & Residence (low season)
31st July 2017
€774
N/A
Fees include: 24 Lessons (18 hrs) • Afternoon activities : 1 (Galway) / 3 (Dublin) • Evening activities: 4 (Galway) / 2 (Dublin) • Half Day Excursion 1 (Galway) / 2 (Dublin) • 1 Full Day Excursion per week • Full board accommodation • Registration fee • Accommodation placement fee • Course materials • Placement test • Course certificate *Minimum booking = 2 weeks / Extra night is available at €65 per night AIRPORT TRANSFER*
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT (E.G. CELIAC)
CITY BUS PASS (Host Family in Galway only)
One Way €75 / Return €150
€30 per week
2 weeks €35 / 3 weeks €45 / 3 weeks €60
EXTRA *Galway students: If arrival time is after 17:30 or departure time is before 8:00, there is a supplement of €75 FAMILY PACKAGE PROGRAMME GALWAY & DUBLIN (5 - 18+ YEARS) *Packages for Teenagers are only available in Galway PROGRAMME 3 JULY - 25 AUG 2017 (GALWAY) 3 JULY - AUG 2017 (DUBLIN)
OPTION
PRICE PER WEEK*
TUITION
ACTIVITIES
EXCURSION
GALWAY
DUBLIN
Package A Children (5-11) & Teenagers (12-17)
€505
€505 (5 -11)
Package A Parents (18+)
N/A
€310
€310
Package B Children (5-11) & Teenagers (12-17)
N/A
N/A
€285
€285 (5 -11)
Package B Parents (18+)
N/A
N/A
€235
€235
All packages include: 20 Lessons (15 hrs) tuition per week • Course materials Package A includes: 5 Afternoon activities (5-11), 4 evening activities (12-17) • aditional 10 lessons (7.5 hours) for parents and teenagers • Weekend excursion for all per week. *Minimum booking = 1 week SELF-CATERING APARTMENT ACCOMMODATION FOR FAMILY
PRICE PER WEEK PER APARTMENT GALWAY DUBLIN
Standard Apartment for 2 people
€500
N/A
Standard Apartment for 3 people
€650
N/A
Standard Apartment for 4 people
€750
N/A
Standard Apartment for 5 people
€850
N/A
Standard Apartment for 6 people
€1000
N/A
Executive Apartment
€900
€900
Executive Apartment
N/A
€1350
(2 bedroom apartment for up to 4 people) (3 bedroom apartment for up to 6 people)
FULL-BOARD HOST FAMILY ACCOMMODATION FOR FAMILY
PRICE PER WEEK PER PERSON GALWAY DUBLIN
Host Family Standard for Children (5-11 years) & Teenagers (12-17 years)
€180
€180
Host Family Standard for Parents / Adults (18+ years)
€250
€250
Host Family En Suite for Children (5-11 years) & Teenagers (12-17 years)
€240
€240
Host Family En Suite for Parents / Adults (18+ years)
€280
€280
EXTRA
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REGISTERATION FEE PER FAMILY
€50
ACCOMMODATION PLACEMENT FEE PER FAMILY
€50
AIRPORT TRANSFER
Please contact us for more details
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT - HF ONLY (E.G. CELIAC)
€60
BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS MAKING A BOOKING > Registrations may be made by completing the booking form. jss.atlantic.ac (Junior Summer Programme) fpg.atlantic.ac (Family Programme) > Bookings must be for a minimum duration of 2 weeks for Junior Summer and 1 week for Family Programme. > Atlantic Language operates several school centres. Students at each centre have access to facilities at the other. > Atlantic Language reserves the right to transfer students between sites for operational and academic reasons. Booking requests for specific school centres cannot be guaranteed. > Atlantic Language reserves the right to refuse Bookings. FEE PAYMENTS > Full payment of fees must be made within 5 days of receipt of the Proforma Invoice. Bookings will be cancelled automatically, according to the cancellation policy, for non-payment. > Any Bookings made less than 28 days before the course start date must be paid in full at the time of Booking. > Payments are only accepted in Euro: they may be made by bank transfer or by credit or debit card (Visa or MasterCard). > All bank charges are the responsibility of the student. > Credit card and non-Irish debit card payments are subject to a bank administrative fee of 2.0 percent of the total transaction amount. COURSE CANCELLATION > Notice of cancellation must be provided in writing and applies from the date it is received by Atlantic Language. DAYS BEFORE COMMENCEMENT
REFUNDABLE FEES
28 days
Full fees
14 - 27 days
Full fees paid subject to a minimum charge of €360
7 - 13 days
50% of fees paid subject to a minimum charge of €360
Less than 7 days
30% of fees paid subject to a minimum charge of €360
On / After start
No refund
HEALTH AND TRAVEL INSURANCE > All students are strongly advised to take out full and suitable travel and health insurance. > EU/EEA nationals are advised to obtain an EHIC (European Health Insurance Card, formerly an E111) as minimum cover: for further details on issuing organisation see http://bit.ly/EHIC-en > Atlantic Language will not cover costs that may arise as a result of the need for treatment or repatriation of a student. > Students are responsible for their own personal property. > Students are advised to insure against loss of fees and/ or expenses that may be incurred due to cancellation, sudden or early departure as Atlantic Language will offer no refunds for days missed, late arrival or early departure. VISAS > Students who are non-EU/EEA citizens may require a Study Visa to enter Ireland. For full details visit
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www.inis.gov.ie to check which citizens require a Study Visa before arrival and which citizens can apply for a Permission to Remain after arrival > It is necessary to pay all school fees in advance when making a Visa Application. > Fees paid can only be refunded in the following cases: • Visa is refused before travelling to Ireland: All fees are refunded except an administrative fee of €300 • Permission to Land, on arrival Ireland, is refused and the student must return to their point of origin: All fees are refunded except an administrative fee of €300 > Fees will not be refunded if a Visa is Refused because of the submission of false information. > Fees cannot be refunded where a Visa is granted, even if the issuing of the Visa is delayed by the authorities. Where the issuing of a Visa is delayed, the Course and Accommodation Bookings may be deferred in entirety by the number of Visa delayed weeks, provided that at least 14 days written notice is provided to Atlantic Language to advise of the Visa delay. Course Fees may change if the Course does not take place in the calendar year. > It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of and comply with the Visa and Immigration Registration requirements of the Irish authorities. Atlantic Language will assist but cannot be responsible for students’ legal responsibilities. > Applications for Refunds must be made in writing to the Student Services Manager, Fairgreen House, Galway, Ireland > All Refund Applications must include the letters of Visa Refusal and the Visa Application or GNIB Number and clear proof that the applicant is not in Ireland. GENERAL CONDITIONS > Atlantic Language assumes no responsibility for loss, delay or accident of any kind whatsoever that may occur due to fault or negligence of any company or persons carrying out ancillary arrangements outside of its control. > The student is responsible for any damage or injury he/ she may cause to buildings, furniture, fittings, individuals’ or accommodation property, etc., while registered with Atlantic Language. > Atlantic Language reserves the right to change, without notice, the contents, dates, times, locations or any other details of course(s) brought about by political events, natural disasters, weather or any other events considered by the organisers to be pertinent. JUNIOR SUMMER STUDENT > A fully completed Parental Consent Form is required for each student under 18 years of age. > The use of alcohol, drugs or other proscribed substances is forbidden. Students found in possession or found taking alcohol, drugs or other proscribed substances will be sent home immediately at parents’/guardians’ expense. Group leaders or parents/guardians will be advised of the termination of the student’s stay and must make arrangements for the student’s immediate return home. No refund of fees will be permitted in this circumstance. > Under the provisions of Irish law young people under the age of 18 years of age may not visit Public Houses (Pubs) and they may not purchase alcohol or tobacco products. > Junior students are subject to a curfew: they must be at their nominated host family by 2230 each night and may not be away from their host family after this time except under specific supervision of a school nominated leader or their host family.
ATLANTIC
LANGUAGE JUNIOR & FAMILY SUMMER COURSES
CONTACT atlanticlanguage.com contact@atlantic.ac
/AtlanticLanguageGalway /AtlanticLanguageDublin
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GALWAY Fairgreen House Fairgreen Road Galway Ireland
DUBLIN Magennis Place Pearse Street Dublin Ireland
Learn English in Ireland at Atlantic Language Schools Galway & Dublin