FAMILY PROGRAMME GALWAY 2015 LIVE Ireland LEARN English LOVE Atlantic T +353 91 566 053 F +353 91 566 051 E [email protected] www.atlantic.ac
Apr 06, 2016
FAMILY PROGRAMMEGALWAY 2015
LIVEIrelandLEARNEnglishLOVEAtlantic
T +353 91 566 053 F +353 91 566 051
PROGRAMME DETAILS
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AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMME for the whole family on Ireland’s West Coast. Experience an unforgettable educational holiday in Galway the cultural capital of Ireland
DESCRIPTIONThe course is designed for families who want to combine an English language programme and a holiday on Ireland’s West Coast
IDEAL FORFamilies with young children or teenagers who require an English language and activity/excursion programme which is tailored towards the needs of each family member according to age and English language level
HOW TO BOOKPlease contact us at [email protected] and a member of our team will be glad to provide further information as required
WHENFrom 27th June to 16th August 2015
WHEREGalway
AGE GROUPS3-12 (Children), 13-17 (Teenagers), 18+ (Parents)
CLASS DETAILS• Internationally mixed• 15 students per class (12 for parents)
LEVELS AVAILABLETeenagers and Adults: From CEFR A1+ Elementary to C1 Advanced
COURSES FOR FAMILIES / FAMILY SUMMER PROGRAMME
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WHY CHOOSE ATLANTIC• One of the most established and innovative family
programme providers• Fully accredited academic programme• Located in the young and vibrant city of Galway• Proximity to Ireland’s most spectacular landscapes• High quality host family or self-catering
accommodation• Excellent social activity & excursion options• Play to Learn Facility for younger children
CLASS GROUPS• We place all students in an appropriate English level
based on their linguistic ability, entry test, and/or age.• For example, children aged 3 to 5 years form a group
as do children aged 7 to 9 and 10 to 12 years.• Teenagers are grouped in a similar way based on their
English competency as well as age.• Parents are placed in classes based on their English
ability.
PACKAGES AVAILABLE• PACKAGE A: Tuition + Activities• PACKAGE B: Tuition OnlySee next page for more details
WHAT WE OFFER• Tuition. Class sizes are subject to minimum 8,
maximum 15 per class (max. 12 for parents)• Activities plus weekend tour (Package A only)• All course materials• Certificate of attendance and achievement on
course completion• We recommend that families choose the same
package (either A or B) for all members of the family: children, teenagers and parents
EXTRASAirport transfers
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SOCIAL ACTIVITIES AND TIMETABLE
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COURSES FOR FAMILIES / FAMILY SUMMER PROGRAMME
Family Programme Package OptionsCOURSE TITLE COURSE CONTENTS PER WEEK TIMETABLE MONDAY TO FRIDAY
FAMILY PACKAGE A / TUITION + ACTIVITIES + WEEKEND EXCURSION
English for Children Plus Activities(3 to 12 years old)
20 lessons5 afternoon activities1 full-day weekend excursion
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:3013:30 - 15:00
English for Teenagers Plus Activities (13 to 17 years old)
30 lessons4 evening activities1 full-day weekend excursion
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 / 13:30 - 15:00 20:00 - 22:00 (4 evenings)
English for Parents Plus Weekend Tour(18+ years)
30 lessons1 full-day weekend excursion
09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30 / 13:30 - 15:00
FAMILY PACKAGE B / TUITION ONLY
English for Children (3 to 12 years) 20 lessons 09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30
English for Teenagers (13 to 17 years) 20 lessons 09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30
English for Parents (18+ years) 20 lessons 09:00 - 10:30 / 11:00 - 12:30
Sample Weekly TimetableWEEKDAYS WEEKEND
MORNING AFTERNOON LATE AFTERNOON EVENING FULL DAY TOUR
Children Class Class Activities (Package A) FREEThe Aran Islands
(Package A)Teenagers Class Class Class (PackageA) Activity
Parents Class Class Class (Package A) FREE
ACTIVITIES FOR TEENAGERS• Bowling• Disco• Cinema• Greyhound Racing
ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN• Arts and Crafts• Pottery• Irish Dance• Pet Farm Visit
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ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSFERS
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSSELF-CATERING APARTMENTS• Self-catering apartments sleeping 2 to 6
people• Apartments are fully equipped with a kitchen,
TV, Internet, and access to laundry facilities• Apartments are cleaned prior to arrival and on
departure• There is one set of linen and towels per
bedroom. Families are advised to bring extra towels
• Bookings are from Saturday to Saturday
HOST FAMILY• Accommodation includes breakfast, packed
lunch, and an evening meal each day Monday to Sunday
• The host family will do a light laundry once per week
• Bookings are from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday.
TRANSFER SERVICE OPTIONSSTANDARD AIRPORT MEET & GREET SERVICEFamilies are met in the arrival hall by a school representative and accompanied to coach departure. The return coach transfer ticket is provided and families travel unaccompanied to Galway City (direct service) - 2.5 hours). Onarrival families are met by school representative and transferred to accommodation. Available in:Dublin (DUB)
PRIVATE TAXI SERVICEFamilies are met in the arrival hall by a school representative and brought by private taxi to accommodation in Galway.
Available in:Dublin (DUB), Shannon (SNN), Knock (NOC) and Cork (ORK) Airports
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“OURHOSTFAMILYWEREREALLYGREAT.Theylikedtotalkwithusandtheyweregreatcooks!”Annette.SWITZERLAND
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COURSES FOR FAMILIES / FAMILY SUMMER PROGRAMME
CENTRE LOCATIONThe Family Programme takes place in our state-of-the-art facility located in Galway city. Students of all ages can benefit from the services and facilities on offer all within walking distance of city centre amenities (shops, bus station, hotels and restaurants)
CENTRE FACILITIES• Purpose built school• Brightly lit classrooms• Free Wi-Fi available• Centrally located• Student lounge and café
“GALWAYISAGREATCITY.Itisperfectforstudentsandperfectforfamilies.Theschoolismodernandspacious.thestaffareparticularlyhelpfulandfriendly.MysonismoreconfidentwithhisEnglishandtheteachersareveryfriendly.”Nathalie.SPAIN
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“MYCHILDRENENJOYEDMAKINGMANYINTERNATIONALFRIENDS.GalwayisafantasticcityandAtlanticisanexcellentschoolwithgreatteachers.”Christina.SWITZERLAND
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GALWAY 2015
Atlantic Language Galway Fairgreen House Fairgreen Road Galway, Ireland T +353 91 566 053
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Atlantic Language Galway and Atlantic
Language Dublin are recognised by ACELS, a
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