Youth Programs
EIL Intercultural Learning youth programs are designed to provide your participants with the tools to thrive in another culture. The focus is to learn about Ireland, her people and culture in a fun, interactive manner. Through cultural and educational activities, our youth programs foster personal development, build communication and leadership skills, and enhance young peoples abilities to act as global citizens.
Overview
EIL youth programs are designed to be educational as well as fun, with an emphasis on interactive activities and hands-on learning. Whether your group would like a focus on the cultural heritage of Ireland, outdoor activities, or language learning, we can design an itinerary to suit their specific needs.
With expertly trained in-country leaders and a strong focus on child protection, EIL Ireland youth programs provide the peace of mind so necessary when traveling with a group of young people, particularly those under 18.
Sample programs
English language learning | Summer Activity Programs | Community Service Programs
As your partner, EIL Intercultural Learning will help you build a program of exceptional quality that is designed to meet the stated requirements of your group. You can choose from the menu of services below or tell us if there are other program components your group would like to have included. Below are samples of our youth programs.
English language learning - Learning English in Ireland can be a fun and rewarding experience. Catering to all levels of language ability, in small or large groups, our English language programs are tailor made to suit the requirements of our sending organization. We offer:
- Choice of various locations around Ireland
- Accommodation with host families with policy of one student per family
- Information & welcome packs including maps
- Interactive workshop orientation to Irish culture and living with an Irish host family
- ESL qualified experienced native English-speaking locally-based teachers
- Communicative teaching approach
- 20 hours language tuition per week with afternoon cultural activities
- Additional teaching hours also possible
- Fully trained Irish leader if required
- On site local co-ordinator
- Materials supplied
- 24/7 support from the EIL Intercultural Learning dedicated supervisor.
Summer Activity Programs - These programs are flexible in terms of length, content, accommodation types etc. We invite input and suggestions from sending organizations as to the content of the programs. Tell us the requirements and interests of your group and we will be happy to propose a program and price, Like all EIL Intercultural programs, the focus is on education, genuine intercultural experiences and most of all – fun!. We offer:
- Fully trained Irish group leader & local co-ordinator
- Information & welcome packs including maps
- Interactive workshop orientation to Irish culture and living with an Irish host family
- Accommodation with host families or in residential accommodation
- Field trips & excursions to local places of interest
- Community service element included if desired
- Cross-border program options
- 24/7 support from the EIL Intercultural Learning dedicated supervisor.
Community Service Programs - Giving something to the community in which you are staying, and making a genuine connection to the local people in Irish communities is what our community service programs are all about. With a diverse range of projects all around Ireland, EIL Intercultural Learning can offer:
- Environmental projects
- Conservation projects
- Community-run local initiatives in rural villages
- Fully supervised
- Accommodation on site (depending on project) or in host family accommodation
- 24/7 support from the EIL Intercultural Learning dedicated supervisor.
