At Lakeland Language Centre, our Primary and High School Programme in Ireland gives international students the opportunity to experience authentic Irish education while improving their English naturally through full immersion.
Students live with carefully selected host families in Ireland and attend local schools in welcoming communities such as Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore. This immersive experience helps students develop fluency, independence, confidence and cultural understanding both inside and outside the classroom.
Our programme combines academic support, personalised guidance and real integration into Irish life, creating an unforgettable educational experience for students from Spain, Italy and across Europe.
Whether students join for a term, semester or full academic year, they enjoy a safe environment, meaningful cultural experiences and daily English communication in real-life situations. Learn more about the Irish education system.
International students who join our High School Programme in Ireland experience much more than traditional classroom learning. Through full immersion, students improve their English naturally while living in safe Irish communities, attending local schools and experiencing authentic Irish culture every day.
Improve fluency naturally through daily communication at school, with host families and in everyday life in Ireland.
Students live in welcoming Irish towns such as Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore, known for their safety and friendly atmosphere.
Carefully selected host families in Ireland help students integrate into Irish culture while feeling supported and at home.
Our team supports students throughout their academic journey, helping them adapt confidently to the Irish education system.
Schools will close from October 26th to November 01th, 2026.
Schools will close on December 21th, 2026,
and reopen on January 5th, 2027.
TBC (Mid February)
Schools will close on March 22th to April 6th, 2027.
Learn more about our academic year programmes in Ireland, accommodation, schools and student support services.
Take Your Academic Year in Ireland to the Next Level.
Students joining our High School Programme in Ireland can also access additional preparation and support programmes designed to improve adaptation, confidence and academic success during their stay in Ireland.
Start Your Adventure with Confidence.
A Clear Goal, a Tangible Achievement.
Start Your Adventure with Confidence.
Our Soft Landing Programme helps international students adapt comfortably to life in Ireland before starting their academic year experience.
Students receive cultural orientation, emotional support and practical guidance to help them integrate smoothly into Irish school life and host family accommodation.
Group activities with other students on the programme.
Cultural adaptation workshops to understand Irish customs and routines.
Psychological preparation to face the change of country and environment successfully.
Orientation activities and introduction to Irish slang.
Meet and greet with former students of the program.
Key Benefit: You’ll arrive fully prepared, with initial friendships and the confidence to make the most of every single day from the start.
A Clear Goal, a Tangible Achievement.
Students can prepare for internationally recognised Cambridge English exams while studying in Ireland through additional academic support and specialised English preparation classes.
Cambridge exam preparation classes in Ireland, 3 hours per week.
Teachers certified with CELTA or DELTA.
Structured Cambridge English study plan for international students.
Mock exam schedule to practise under real test conditions.
Meet and greet with former students of the program.
Key Benefit: You’ll arrive fully prepared, with initial friendships and the confidence to make the most of every single day from the start.
Lakeland carefully matches students with experienced host families in Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore. Families provide a welcoming environment where international students feel supported throughout their educational experience in Ireland.
Find answers about our Primary and High School Programme in Ireland, host family accommodation, Irish schools, student support and academic immersion experiences for international students.
Our programme includes school placement, carefully selected host family accommodation in Ireland, academic support and full English immersion for international students.
Yes. International students can study at local Irish schools while living with host families and experiencing daily life in Ireland.
Our Primary and High School Programme in Ireland is designed for students aged 10 to 18 looking for an immersive educational experience abroad.
Yes. Students live with carefully selected Irish host families that provide a safe, welcoming and authentic cultural experience.
Our schools are located in Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore, safe and friendly Irish towns ideal for international students.
Students improve their English naturally through classroom learning, host family interaction and everyday communication in Irish communities.
Yes. Ireland is recognised as one of the safest and most welcoming countries in Europe for international students and teenagers studying abroad.
Yes. Students can choose short-term, semester or full academic year programmes depending on their educational goals and personal preferences.
Yes. Our team provides ongoing academic and personal support to help students adapt successfully to the Irish education system.
Ireland offers high-quality education, authentic English immersion, safe communities and unforgettable cultural experiences for international students.