At Lakeland Language Centre, we are always looking for welcoming and caring host families in Ireland for international students joining our English immersion programmes.
Hosting a student is a unique opportunity to share Irish culture, support young learners and become part of an authentic international experience. Our students come mainly from Spain, Italy and other European countries looking to improve their English while living in a safe and supportive Irish home.
As one of the leading providers of English courses in Ireland, Lakeland carefully matches students with trusted Irish families in Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore.
Join a trusted network of Irish host families and help international students experience authentic life in Ireland while improving their English naturally.
Complete the form below to apply as a host family in Ireland and our Lakeland team will contact you with more information about the programme, requirements and student accommodation process.
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Lakeland Language Centre works with carefully selected host families in Ireland to provide international students with safe accommodation and authentic cultural immersion experiences.
Our host family programmes help students practise English naturally in everyday situations while enjoying a warm, welcoming and supportive environment in real Irish communities.
Hosting students in Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore allows families to participate in meaningful cultural exchange while supporting young learners during their English studies in Ireland.
Find answers about becoming a host family in Ireland, student accommodation, cultural exchange programmes and hosting international students with Lakeland Language Centre.
Host family programmes in Ireland allow international students to live with carefully selected Irish families while studying English and experiencing authentic Irish culture and daily life.
Yes. All Lakeland host families in Ireland are carefully selected to provide students with a safe, welcoming and supportive environment during their English immersion experience.
Our host families are mainly located in Athlone, Mullingar and Tullamore, friendly Irish towns that offer authentic English immersion and safe communities for international students.
Host families usually provide accommodation, meals, daily support and a welcoming family environment where students can practise English naturally every day.
Yes. Families receive compensation for hosting students while participating in a rewarding cultural exchange experience with young international learners.
Students choose host families in Ireland because they offer authentic cultural immersion, real English speaking practice, personalised support and a safe home environment.