High School Programs Ireland
PLEASE CHOOSE A PROGRAM :
DESCRIPTION :
ELIGIBILITY : 13 – 18 years old (according to the country).
THE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM IS A SELECTIVE PROGRAM. EVERY APPLICANT MUST BE INTERVIEWED PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE INTO A HIGH SCHOOL ABROAD. APPLICANTS WILL BE COUNSELLED BY THE NACEL INTERNATIONAL'S LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE IN THEIR HOME COUNTRY. NO DIRECT ENROLMENT ACCEPTED.
LENGTH : High School program with a duration of a month, a term, a semester or an academic year.
SCHOOL TYPE : Public & Private High School Programs.
ACCOMMODATION : During the High School program, accommodation will be arranged in host families or student residence. When hosted in a family, students will be placed in a safe and pleasant home. The home will be carefully selected. Every attempt will be made to match the family and student where possible in terms of interests.
LOCATION : 18 countries : High School program in Australia, High School program in Argentina, High school program in Canada, High School program in Chile, High School in Costa Rica, High School in Ecuador, High school program in England, High school program in France, High school program in Germany, High school program in Ireland, High school program in Italy, High school program in Japan, High school program in Mexico, High school program in New Zealand, High school program in Spain, High school program in the USA, High school program in Poland, High school program in China and Korea.
For students who are looking for a broader experience of life in a foreign country, Nacel International offers High school programs during a term, a semester or a full academic year. Students will mainly live in a host family or choose a residence and attend a public or private high school, giving them the opportunity to learn about another culture and improve their language skills.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS : Participating in a High School Program means total immersion in the host country life, and as such it is an ideal way to achieve proficiency in the spoken language of the country as well as gain a complete cross-cultural experience. The High School Program is very selective : Every student must be interviewed in the home country before being accepted. If a student’s dossier does not confirm that the participant satisfies the requirements listed below, Nacel International retains the right to refuse the student.
Each student needs to comply with the following requirements :
• Age specification according to the country,
• 2 or more years of language study with good grades,
• An above-average academic record,
• A previous experience of living away from home,
• An interest in learning about another culture and language,
• A willingness to make new friends and to share the daily life of a host family,
• An open and flexible attitude.
Accreditation for courses taken while on the program is the responsibility of the participant.
CREDITS/TRANSFERS
The student is not guaranteed placement in a certain grade level, or that transferable credits will be granted, or that a diploma will be awarded at the end of the High school program. These decisions remain at the entire discretion of the national educational authorities. Nacel International is not responsible for the procedures needed in this process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE : Applications for High school programs are accepted until March for sessions starting in August-September and until September for sessions starting in January. Please check accurate deadlines for each program.
Early application is highly recommended. A student interested in this program should contact us immediately and email us the pre-application to secure a place.
Then the student will have to carefully fill the full High School dossier provided by the receiving country. The full dossier should be sent directly to the receiving office, which will be in touch throughout the application procedure and the student’s stay.
IRELAND :
Top 10 reasons to learn English in Ireland with Nacel
1. To learn english in Ireland with Nacel is the best way to improve your English
2. While you learn English in Ireland, enjoy the kindness Irish people will have towards you
3. Admire the beauty of Irish landscapes, after your English courses
4. Taste a modern and innovative cooking, but try the typical recipes too
5. Listen to Irish music during big festivals while you learn English in Ireland
6. After you English courses, discover hurling and Gaelic Football, typically Irish sports
7. Hike in a preserved nature, and after your escapade, have a drink in a pub
8. While you learn English in Ireland, discover a country with strong beliefs and mythology.
9. Our host families will know how to introduce you to the Irish culture, after your English courses
10. Nacel international has more than 50 years of experience in language classes and is a language course leader on the French and European market.
Since 1957, Nacel offers a wide range of English courses in Ireland. Our Irish collaborators will make your language course in Ireland an exceptional and unforgettable experience.
We offer you English courses in the most beautiful destinations of Ireland: learn English in Dublin, learn English in Cork, learn English in Killarney, or learn English in Tralee…
Our value for money is incomparable, and hundreds of our former participants can testify it: Learn English in Ireland with Nacel, you won't regret it.
Ireland in short
Country: Ireland
Inhabitants: 4.2 million
Climate: Temperate maritime; modified by North Atlantic Current; mild winters, cool summers; consistently humid; overcast about half the time
Capital: Dublin
Government’s type: Republic, parliamentary democracy
Currency: Euro
Main religions: Roman Catholic 88.4%, Church of Ireland 3%, other Christian 1.6%, other 1.5%, unspecified 2%, none 3.5% (2002 census)
Languages: English (official) is the language generally used, Irish (official) (Gaelic or Gaeilge) spoken mainly in areas located along the western seaboard
National holiday: Saint Patrick's Day, 17 March
GBP per capita: 62 934 $
English is the third native language in the world, but above all, it is the best known language in the world. English is a pluricentric language, with variations of expressions and accents according to the countries. The accent considered as the most prestigious one is the “received pronunciation”, which was used for a long time by the monarchs of England, but also by the presenters of the BBC.
If you wish to discover the beautiful Dublin, the vibrant Killarney or beautiful landscapes, come and learn English in Ireland with us. Take the opportunity to live a matchless experience thanks to our English courses!
Book a English language course in Ireland with Nacel!
Whether you decide to go in an Irish language school, an academic year in Ireland or live in total immersion in an Irish family, we offer a whole range of programs to meet your needs, and to allow you to learn English in Ireland!
