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English Courses (Adult)

We offer all levels of English, from A1 to C2, from Beginners To Proficiency, in a wide range of adult and junior English courses, including English language & activity summer camps, business English and examination preparation courses.

English and Personal Development

This course focuses on achieving personal growth through enhanced self-awareness and the acquisition of additional knowledge and skills that will help you achieve your goals. 

The overall learning experience will be made through the medium of English.

The General English course is designed to cover all the aspects of the English language including the various sub-skills and areas of competence: the basic 4 skills ( Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking), communicative language (e.g. turn-taking, asking for clarification), types of interaction (e.g. obtaining goods and services, interviewing), and more linguistic skills (e.g. vocabulary range, phonological control). At the same time the course aims to combine the usage of English regarding a particular “personal development” area of interest with a strong grammar syllabus with the essential vocabulary needed for that particular subject or activity.

The course will definitely help you to improve your ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, enabling you to engage more confidently in your personal growth and in the English-speaking environment of your choice.

A wide range of classes and levels ensures that every student will be placed with students of the same ability, therefore learners can definitely enjoy improving all aspects of their English in a very interesting and stimulating, friendly and engaging environment.

Course Overview
  • Type of course:
    General English and Personal Development
  • English Language course:
    General English course with standards checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organisational excellence imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK
  • Age Group:
    16+ Years
  • Dates:​
    All year-round
  • Locations:​
    English-speaking Countries​
  • Durations:
    2 or more weeks
  • Accommodation: ​
    Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel
  • Extracurricular activities: ​
    Excursions, Leisure and Sport Activities

English and Personal Development Courses

Assertiveness
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Presentation skills
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Stress management
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Time management
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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First Aid
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Coaching
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Public speaking
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Selling
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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Adaptability and Resilience
  • 15hrs English Tuition per week.
  • 10hrs Vocational practice per week
  • Certificate at end of Course
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General English Course Highlights

  • General English Language course:
    General English course with standards checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organisational excellence imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK
  • English classes per week:
    15 hours (two 90-minute lessons per day), Monday to Friday
  • Level of English:
    All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
  • Assessments:​
    Assessment test before the start of the course, weekly progress and End-of-Course Assessments
  • No. of Students:
    Maximum of 15 students per class (average 10)
  • Course Materials: ​
    Standard Workbook included
  • Teachers: ​
    All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)
  • Diploma:​ ​
    Certificate of Attendance and Completion
  • Add ons or Options: ​
    Intensive English, TIE Exam, Trinity Exam, Cambridge Exam preparation, Experiential Learning, Sport Academies, etc.
Read more about:
Students generally attend classes in the morning which follow the same layout as a General English Course. There are 15 hours English classes per week held Monday to Friday and split into two 90 minute lessons per day. Class size is restricted to a maximum of 15 students and all levels are available from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1). Two teachers, covering different prearranged areas of the syllabus, work alternately with each class. One teacher takes the first 90-minute session which focuses on language in use, vocabulary and grammar practice. After a short break, the second teacher starts the next 90-minute session which covers conversational practice, pronunciation, listening and speaking. This work share provides variety for the students and allows them to benefit from different personalities and teaching styles. All our teaching staff are university graduates and are qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL).

All of the staff at IELS are committed to offering students the best education during their stay. We inspire students to work diligently to improve in all aspects of the English language.

Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with the sensitivity and receptiveness for each student’s individual needs, talents and potential.

All teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.

Classes are on from 9:30 until 13:00 with a 30-minute break at 11:00. After class, there is a 60-minute lunch break. After lunch, depending on the programme, there will be sports, activities or a cultural trip. Students must be ready at the designated time.

The first day in the college is somewhat different to the rest. Students are advised to arrive at 9:00 to allow for unforeseen delays as they may not be familiar with the bus timetable or the route. At 9:30 there will be a short introduction by the camp manager and principal. After there will be an assessment test, which is used to determine the level of English so students can be placed in the appropriate class.

After the test students meet in the main hall again. Here a staff member will go through the college rules and some other important information. The students are then taken on a tour of the college. At the end of the tour, students will be divided into their appropriate classes and attend the second-morning class until lunch time. After lunch students on the general course go on a familiarisation trip, while students on the specialised sports courses have training.

Please note that all students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme MUST bring their training equipment with them on the first day.

Students on the familiarisation tour will arrive back to the college by approximately 17:00. For further excursions to the city centre, students staying with the host families, do not return to the college but travel directly home to the host family.
Students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme will finish training at approximately 17:00 – 17:30.

Students will receive the English course materials and workbooks as part of the programme. After completion of the English course, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to each student. It certifies the progress that has been made and the level of English reached.

Personal Development Course

  • Type:
    Personal Development Course
  • Learning Experience:
    The learning experience will be made through the medium of English.
  • Contents:
    More than 10 hours a week of activities, including educational lessons, coaching, individual skills training.
  • Development of:
    skills, mental strength, intelligence and personal abilities.
  • Coaches/Instructors/Tutors:
    All Camp Managers are fully accredited coaches and have additionally completed First Aid Certificate
  • Special Features:
    Local and International youth student participation
  • Level of English:
    All Levels are welcome!
Read more about:
All participants will be assisted, coached and guided by professional coaches, professional instructors and tutors and experienced English teacher. All our teaching and coaching staff are native English speaker. Particular emphasis will be placed on the following topics: individual skills and techniques; mini-unit and team skills; communication and the ability to make decisions and trust others. Students will learn the essential techniques required to fully embrace change safely, they will learn and develop new skills and ways to express themselves in a team environment. During each activity practice or training session, there will be “humbleness” that comes by working with a group and the “conscientiousness” for the safety and enjoyment of all learners and staff involved. Learners will have more than 10 hours a week of training and interrelated activities, which include educational lessons, coaching, individual skills exercises, development of mental strength, intelligence and personal abilities. Practice and training will be analysed through video support (when feasible). Learners will also gain a greater understanding of the importance of physical and psychological fitness, strength and conditioning and what it is appropriate for young learners at any age or stage of the long-term personal development continuum. There will be general and specific talks on how to increase personal energy and live a happier, healthier, more productive life and how to develop resilience in order to be ready for self-improvement and further personal development even in time of uncertainty.

Extracurricular Activities Highlights

  • Half-day Excursions
    Students travel to local visitor attractions such as galleries, museums, sports stadiums or other popular sites.
  • Full-day excursions:
    Students travel to places of interest
  • Evening activities:
    Karaoke, Barbecue, Sport and Games competitions, Movie Night, Quiz Night, Party Night and Disco, etc.
Read more about:
In addition to classes, students go on half day cultural trips. These are normally to local visitor attractions such as galleries, museums, sports stadiums or other popular sites. Full-day excursions, usually on Saturdays, are also part of the programme. Students travel to places of interest, normally outside the city. There are no organised activities on Sundays as many groups, host families or friends like to organise their own day. Evening activities are held several times every week. These can include discos, party nights, karaoke, quiz nights, sports & games competitions, movie nights, barbecues and much more. Evening activities normally take place between 20:00 and 22:00 but this can vary depending on the activity and age group of the students. The activities programme provides students with an opportunity to absorb some of the world’s rich heritage in a fun and relaxed way while also allowing students the opportunity to improve their English. This informal and social aspect of the programme is key to improving language skills. It also allows students from different nationalities to get to know each other outside the classroom. Some of the friendships made at “IELS” will last a lifetime.

Accommodation & Supervision Highlights

  • Accommodation:
    Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel, etc.
  • Location:
    Located in quiet and safe residential areas of the city.
  • Internet:
    WIFI with access to computer and Internet facilities
  • Room type:​
    Single or twin rooms, students share their accommodation with other students of different nationality (if feasible)
  • Assistance:​ ​
    24/7 emergency phone
Read more about:
Students attending “IELS” should stay with host families. All our families are inspected and carefully selected by our accommodation officers who maintain regular contact with each host family during a student’s stay. Host families are conveniently located to the colleges and most have many years experience looking after students.
 Accommodation is usually arranged on a full board basis with packed lunch Monday to Saturday. Students normally share a room with a student of a similar age but different nationality. Unless specifically requested and if feasible there is only one student of any particular nationality in each family.
 Students normally travel to classes each day by public transport like bus, DART (suburban train) or LUAS (tram) or TUBE. Private transfers can also be arranged at an additional cost. 
Living with a host family gives a perspective into Irish or British family life. The interaction with a host family plays a prominent role in developing language skills.

Residences and apartments offer an alternative to the “host family” option for students who wish to immerse themselves and independently in the complete school experience. 

This type of accommodation offers students a degree of independence and freedom to explore. 

All the accommodation used by the Language School students is of extremely high quality. Each bedroom is either situated very close to our modern wash and toilet facilities or, alternatively, has its own en-suite shower room. Each student will have their own wardrobe, drawers, desk and chair.

We have self-catering and catering solutions in place. The catering facilities provide both hot and cold meals and a wide range of snacks.

All of the staff at “IELS” are committed to offering our students the best education during their stay. We inspire our students to work diligently so they can effectively improve their English proficiency.

Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with sensitivity and receptiveness to each student’s individual needs, talents and potential.
 All “IELS” teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.

The activities programme provides students with an opportunity to absorb some of the world’s rich heritage in a fun and relaxed way while also allowing students the opportunity to improve their English. This informal and social aspect of the programme is key to improving language skills. It also allows students from different nationalities to get to know each other outside the classroom. Some of the friendships made at “IELS” will last a lifetime.

During the evening, students will also have a programme of activities.

All the students have 24-hour emergency assistance.

Weekly Timetable

The weekly timetable may vary depending on how English teachers and coaches interact and schedule English classes and personal development activities over the established duration of the course.

SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE ( Standard General English Course with 15 hrs English Tuitions per week + Personal Development Course)
TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
9:30-11:00 CLASS CLASS CLASS CLASS CLASS Full day Excursion Activity day
11:00-11:30 Morning Break Morning Break Morning Break Morning Break Morning Break
11:30-13:00 CLASS CLASS CLASS CLASS CLASS
13:00-14:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch
14:30-16:30 Personal Development Course Personal Development Course Personal Development Course Personal Development Course Excursion/ Personal Development
18:00-19:00 Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner
EVENING Evening Activity Evening Activity Evening Activity Evening Activity Evening Activity
The Educational Programme is recognised by the Irish and British Departments of Education. The courses are structured on 5 levels (CEFR) divided into 20 lessons per week. Schools, English courses, teachers, teaching method and learning experience are reviewed, inspected, checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organizational standards imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK.
* Please note: Schedule is subject to change without notice.

Fees

General English Course with 15hrs English language tuitions per week plus Personal Development Course
All year-roundAccommodation2 WEEKS3 WEEKS4 WEEKS MORE WEEKS
English Language & Personal DevelopmentHost FamilyTBQ * *TBQ * *TBQ * TBQ *
English Language & Personal Development College or Residential TBQ *TBQ *TBQ *TBQ *
English Language & Personal DevelopmentApartamentTBQ * *TBQ * *TBQ * TBQ *
English Language & Personal DevelopmentRemote LearningTBQ * *TBQ * *TBQ * TBQ *
* TBQ: To be quoted.
** Please contact us for more information
***1 week course: course participants make their own accommodation arrangements (we can help with this, too).

Add ons:

TIE Exam (Preparation & Test)
Cambridge Exam (Preparation & Test)
English for Academic Purposes​
Experiential Learning
Outdoor Education
Online Courses and Virtual Programmes
Virtual Learning Experience
Intensive English
IELTS Exam (Preparation & Test)
Foundation Course
Sports Academies
English and Personal Development
Language immersion
Bespoke Courses
Trinity Exam (Preparation & Test)
English for Specific Purposes​
Vocational English
Sports and English
Combined Courses
Mini Group course
Work Experience

Enrolment Process

Step 1.

Application 

to IELS

Step 2.

IELS reviews application 

Step 3.

IELS sends offers via email and meeting

Step 4.
Decision
Time
Step 5.

Booking Confirmation

Step 6.
IELS selection and placement procedure (IPA)
Step 7.

Pre-departure 

orientation meeting

Step 8.

The course starts or Departure

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