Language school Galway, Atlantic Language School
- School
Information 2009
Information 2010
School
Our partner school, established since 1993, is situated at the very heart of the city centre. The building has been especially designed for welcoming many students and offers modern facilities, including classrooms which are spacious, bright and equipped with quality audiovisual material. in addition, you will have access to a large library and a multimedia room in order to extend your knowledge of the language. During the high season, extra classrooms are made available. The school is recognised for its competent team of teachers coming from different backgrounds as well as for its warm and welcoming atmosphere.Finally, there is a rooftop terrace where students can go during their breaks and after class to relax and chat with their new friends whilst taking in the magnificent view over the famous Galway Bay and Galway city itself.
Our partner school, established since 1993, is situated at the very heart of the city centre. The building has been especially designed for welcoming many students and offers modern facilities, including classrooms which are spacious, bright and equipped with quality audiovisual material. in addition, you will have access to a large library and a multimedia room in order to extend your knowledge of the language. During the high season, extra classrooms are made available. The school is recognised for its competent team of teachers coming from different backgrounds as well as for its warm and welcoming atmosphere.Finally, there is a rooftop terrace where students can go during their breaks and after class to relax and chat with their new friends whilst taking in the magnificent view over the famous Galway Bay and Galway city itself.
Courses
Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 to 48 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Age minimum: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00–12:30
Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration : 10 or 13* weeks
* +1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Details: cf. standard course
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE)
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 weeks
Levels: Upper intermediate to advanced
Details: cf. intensive course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 2 to 48 weeks
Levels: Elementary to advanced
Students/class: max. 12 people
Age minimum: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00–12:30
Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration : 10 or 13* weeks
* +1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Details: cf. standard course
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE)
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 weeks
Levels: Upper intermediate to advanced
Details: cf. intensive course
Standard course
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary (A1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary (A1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Intensive course
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary (A1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 weeks
Level: Elementary (A1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Cambridge course (FCE)
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 weeks
Level: Intermediate (A2 - B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 10 weeks
Level: Intermediate (A2 - B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 13 weeks
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate (A2 - B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 13 weeks
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate (A2 - B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30
Cambridge course (FCE)
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 weeks
Level: Upper intermediate (B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 weeks
Level: Upper intermediate (B1) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Cambridge course (CAE)
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 / 9 weeks
Level: Advanced (B2) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 / 9 weeks
Level: Advanced (B2) to Advanced (B2)
Students/class: max. 12 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:30 + 13:30-15:00
Accommodation
Host family
A language is learned best when you are constantly immerged in the culture of the country. Staying with an Irish family means sharing in the lifestyle of a new culture on a daily basis and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care and know the school well. Students stay in a single room and benefit from half board during the week and full board at weekends.
Shared apartment (from 18 years)
The apartments made available by the school consist of two or three spacious bedrooms with the choice of a single bed, a double bed or two separate beds. During the high season, apartments with four or five bedrooms are also available. Additionally, they are equipped with a cooker. Some apartments have a washing machine whilst others offer access to a laundry room. Situated around 15-20 minutes on foot from the school, they represent an ideal option for those who wish to live with other international students close to the city centre.
A language is learned best when you are constantly immerged in the culture of the country. Staying with an Irish family means sharing in the lifestyle of a new culture on a daily basis and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care and know the school well. Students stay in a single room and benefit from half board during the week and full board at weekends.
Shared apartment (from 18 years)
The apartments made available by the school consist of two or three spacious bedrooms with the choice of a single bed, a double bed or two separate beds. During the high season, apartments with four or five bedrooms are also available. Additionally, they are equipped with a cooker. Some apartments have a washing machine whilst others offer access to a laundry room. Situated around 15-20 minutes on foot from the school, they represent an ideal option for those who wish to live with other international students close to the city centre.
Host family
A language is learned best when you are constantly immerged in the culture of the country. Staying with an Irish family means sharing in the lifestyle of a new culture on a daily basis and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care and know the school well. Students stay in a single room and benefit from half board during the week and full board at weekends.
Shared apartment (from 18 years)
The apartments made available by the school consist of two or three spacious bedrooms with the choice of a single bed, a double bed or two separate beds. During the high season, apartments with four or five bedrooms are also available. Additionally, they are equipped with a cooker. Some apartments have a washing machine whilst others offer access to a laundry room. Situated around 15-20 minutes on foot from the school, they represent an ideal option for those who wish to live with other international students close to the city centre.
A language is learned best when you are constantly immerged in the culture of the country. Staying with an Irish family means sharing in the lifestyle of a new culture on a daily basis and having an unforgettable experience. The families are chosen with care and know the school well. Students stay in a single room and benefit from half board during the week and full board at weekends.
Shared apartment (from 18 years)
The apartments made available by the school consist of two or three spacious bedrooms with the choice of a single bed, a double bed or two separate beds. During the high season, apartments with four or five bedrooms are also available. Additionally, they are equipped with a cooker. Some apartments have a washing machine whilst others offer access to a laundry room. Situated around 15-20 minutes on foot from the school, they represent an ideal option for those who wish to live with other international students close to the city centre.
Leisure
The school organises activities in order that students may discover Galway and its surroundings. Outings to concerts or pubs are organised to allow you to discover the traditional and popular music of Ireland. The school also offers a range of sports, such as golf, fishing, tennis, sailing, horse riding, walking… all ideal for meeting other students and getting to know the country.
The school organises activities in order that students may discover Galway and its surroundings. Outings to concerts or pubs are organised to allow you to discover the traditional and popular music of Ireland. The school also offers a range of sports, such as golf, fishing, tennis, sailing, horse riding, walking… all ideal for meeting other students and getting to know the country.
At a glance
/ in summary...
| Number of inhabitants |
72'000 |
| School size |
L |
| Levels |
Beginner to advanced |
| Minimum age |
18 years |
| Accommodation |
Host family / shared apartment |
| Exams |
FCE, CAE |
| Number of inhabitants |
72'000 |
| School size |
L |
| Levels |
Beginner to advanced |
| Minimum age |
18 years |
| Accommodation |
Host family / shared apartment |
| Exams |
FCE, CAE |
Location of the language school Atlantic Language School
Quality marks
/ language school Atlantic Language School
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Key points
- Ireland's most beautiful coast, city of culture
- High academic standards
- Warm welcome, modern and professional school
- Ireland's most beautiful coast, city of culture
- High academic standards
- Warm welcome, modern and professional school
































