Social & Cultural Activities
The Irish College of English arranges a full social and cultural activity english programme to suit each student group's needs and complement their English studies at our English language centers during their stay in Ireland. The activities are organised for every afternoon and a full day Saturday activity is arranged. We are happy to cater to specific needs and interests. We can also provide an Irish group leader who will take care of the group for their stay.
Younger Learner Activities:
For younger learners, teenagers and highschool students, we arrange a variety of cultural and social activities, including; visits to national museums, art galleries, Trinity College, Dublin Zoo, the cinema, Guinness Storehouse and Malahide Castle to name a few. The younger learners also take part in a weekly sports activity, where they can play football, tennis, golf or even try some of the Irish national sports. There are also evening events arranged for the junior students attending our Summer English School, including: discos, ceilis (Irish dancing) and greyhound racing.
Adult Learner Activities:
For adult learners, a full cultural programme is available. This includes visits to national museums, Art Galleries, Trinity College, Kilmainham Gaol, Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery and Malahide Castle. There are also evening events for the adult learners; including; ceilis (Irish dancing), traditional Irish music sessions and Leopardstown Horse Racing.
Weekend Activities:
The Saturday activities include day trips to Kilkenny and Glendalough National Park in Co.Wicklow.
- See sample youth programme of activities here.
- Other programmes suited to mature people are also available.
