Clongowes Wood College Summer Camp

The programme offers 15 full hours of tuition per week, delivered Monday to Friday from 9:15 am to 12:30 pm with a 15-minute break. Classes are international with a maximum of 15 students per class and an average of 13 students. The specially designed Junior Syllabus uses a carefully planned course book and focuses on developing core language skills with particular emphasis on speaking and listening. Entry levels range from beginner to advanced, with all levels catered for.

The programme includes weekly Intercultural Irish Teenage Programme lessons, where Irish teenage students join classes to lead exercises alongside the teacher, giving students the opportunity to connect with their Irish peers. Students are tested before arrival and on their first day, with progress monitored through weekly tests. All teachers hold a Bachelor's Degree and a further Teaching English Qualification and are recognised as qualified English Language Teachers under ACELS. Students receive a Certificate of Attendance and Attainment and an individual handwritten teacher report at the end of their course.

The programme is all-inclusive with no extra charges for assessment, registration, or administration. Fees include 15 hours of tuition per week, use of a textbook, residential accommodation in the college, all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and evening snack), a full programme of activities and excursions, all transport by private coach, entrance fees to attractions, a welcome pack including a refillable water bottle, laundry service once per week, one special dinner at a Dublin city restaurant, and a Certificate of Attendance and Attainment with an individual teacher's report. A deposit of €200 is required on booking, with the remainder due 4 weeks before arrival. Airport transfers are available on Sundays between 8 am and 8 pm; transfers outside these times may be available on request.

Students stay in residential accommodation within the historic college building, experiencing the true feeling of living on a historic campus. Rooms are a mix of single and twin rooms (with twin beds or bunk beds), with some rooms stand-alone and others in a cubicle format opening onto a larger recreational area. Shared toilets and showers are located on the floors. Female and male students are in separate areas of the residence. House masters sleep in rooms next to each student area and are on call, with a night supervisor always awake throughout the night to ensure student safety and wellbeing.

Full board is provided with hot meal options available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus an evening snack. The food is one of the highlights of students' stays, with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and a great variety on offer. Students receive a refillable eco water bottle on arrival which they can refill throughout the day at one of the many school water stations. Students also enjoy one special dinner at a Dublin city restaurant during their stay. The catering staff can cater for special dietary requirements on request, with prior notification.

Students have a full schedule of activities and tours, with off-campus trips 2-3 afternoons per week including 2 tours to Dublin City Centre per week and one dinner in Dublin during their stay. On campus, students use the amazing sporting facilities and participate in an evening skills programme for acquiring new skills, team building, and other fun activities. Each Saturday, students have a full-day trip to see the best of Ireland, with examples including Glendalough, Kilkenny, the UNESCO Cliffs of Moher, Galway, and Dublin City. Sundays offer students the opportunity to relax and do fun activities on campus followed by an evening barbeque. All transport for activities is by private coach.

The College is set on a stunning 550-acre estate with medieval architecture at its heart, combining rich heritage with modern, state-of-the-art facilities. The campus features extensive sports fields and outdoor activity areas. The residential accommodation is within the historic main building, with common areas for students to socialise. Free WiFi is available at the school. Students have access to water refilling stations throughout the campus. The college is located just 40 minutes from Dublin Airport and Dublin City Centre, offering easy access to Ireland's capital.

Clongowes Wood College is one of Ireland's most famous residential boarding schools, offering an authentic Irish boarding school experience in a historic castle setting. The programme is delivered by qualified teachers recognised under ACELS, with students benefiting from small class sizes and personalised attention. The Intercultural Irish Teenage Programme provides a unique opportunity for students to connect with their Irish peers. Student welfare is a top priority, with 24-hour staff presence, house masters on call, and a night supervisor always awake throughout the night. Students enjoy a special dinner at a Dublin city restaurant and full-day trips to Ireland's most iconic destinations. With approximately 15 to 27 nationalities represented at any one time, students enjoy a truly international environment in one of Ireland's most historic and prestigious settings. The programme is designed to build confidence, independence, and new skills while creating lasting friendships with students from around the world.