- A talented and dedicated staff dedicated exclusively to teaching English - Varied activity and cultural programme - 25 years' experience - 10 students maximum per class
Active Language Learning - DublinAbout the
The school was founded in 1989 and is now celebrating their 23rd year as Active Language (Formerly Monkstown Park Language & Activity Centre). The school is operating with over 40 year combined experience in the EFL and the tourist sector. The teachers are fully qualified, holding various degrees and qualifications. The former years were based on summer junior markets only with schools throughout Ireland operating for the months of June, July and August. Gradually the school stretched their junior market to include the academic year as well with school groups coming from September to June. The school is now one of Ireland's leaders in this field with a far reaching reputation throughout Europe. In 2005 the school opened all year round school in the very heart of Dun Laoghaire and is very proud with its success to date. Students from all over the non English speaking world have experienced ALL. The school is a family run business and is dedicated to all students and teachers and offer quality English Language Programmes with the highest academic standards. The school appreciates students cultural needs with regard to accommodation and the overall design of a linguistic programme. The school guarantees that the staff and teachers will do everything possible to ensure successful and memorable programmes for students throughout their stay.
Focus of Study : General English classes at Active Language Learning are offered to students of all levels (from Beginners to Proficiency) and are designed to improve fluency in order to allow the learner to communicate fluently in the target language. The General English courses also prepare students to study/work through the medium of English.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Class levels follow the scale set by the Common European Framework (CEF: A0-C2). Upon arrival students take a level placement test and are also given an oral interview. They are then placed in a class with others of their level. The syllabus has a 12 week cycle in which a core text book is followed for a part of the class. Supplementary materials are widely used, with particular focus on Irish and authentic materials. Authentic listening material, e.g. from television, internet or radio, is encouraged in class. Language practice is in context and emphasis is placed on communicative ability.
Curriculum : The school focuses on student-centred learning and employ methodologies which promote communication and practical language usage such as TBL (Task-based Learning), CLT (Communicative Language Teaching), Lexical and Functional theories.
Classroom Hour : 20 hours group tuition per week morning classes + 2 hours conversation class per week
Focus of Study : General English classes at Active Language Learning are offered to students of all levels (from Beginners to Proficiency) and are designed to improve fluency in order to allow the learner to communicate fluently in the target language. The General English courses also prepare students to study/work through the medium of English.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Class levels follow the scale set by the Common European Framework (CEF: A0-C2). Upon arrival students take a level placement test and are also given an oral interview. They are then placed in a class with others of their level. The syllabus has a 12 week cycle in which a core text book is followed for a part of the class. Supplementary materials are widely used, with particular focus on Irish and authentic materials. Authentic listening material, e.g. from television, internet or radio, is encouraged in class. Language practice is in context and emphasis is placed on communicative ability.
Curriculum : The school focuses on student-centred learning and employ methodologies which promote communication and practical language usage such as TBL (Task-based Learning), CLT (Communicative Language Teaching), Lexical and Functional theories.
Classroom Hour : 20 hours group tuition per week morning classes + 2 hours conversation class per week
Course Information
Class size
8 Students
Schedule
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 26 Weeks
Course Level
7
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
18
Accommodation
Homestay
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Focus of Study : Intensive English classes at Active Language Learning are offered to students of all levels (from Beginners to Proficiency) and are designed to improve fluency in order to allow the learner to communicate fluently in the target language. The General English courses also prepare students to study/work through the medium of English.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Class levels follow the scale set by the Common European Framework (CEF: A0-C2). Upon arrival students take a level placement test and are also given an oral interview. They are then placed in a class with others of their level. The syllabus has a 12 week cycle in which a core text book is followed for a part of the class. Supplementary materials are widely used, with particular focus on Irish and authentic materials. Authentic listening material, e.g. from television, internet or radio, is encouraged in class. Language practice is in context and emphasis is placed on communicative ability.
Curriculum : The school focuses on student-centred learning and employ methodologies which promote communication and practical language usage such as TBL (Task-based Learning), CLT (Communicative Language Teaching), Lexical and Functional theories.
Classroom Hour : 25 hours group tuition per week morning classes + 2 hours conversation class per week
Focus of Study : Intensive English classes at Active Language Learning are offered to students of all levels (from Beginners to Proficiency) and are designed to improve fluency in order to allow the learner to communicate fluently in the target language. The General English courses also prepare students to study/work through the medium of English.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Class levels follow the scale set by the Common European Framework (CEF: A0-C2). Upon arrival students take a level placement test and are also given an oral interview. They are then placed in a class with others of their level. The syllabus has a 12 week cycle in which a core text book is followed for a part of the class. Supplementary materials are widely used, with particular focus on Irish and authentic materials. Authentic listening material, e.g. from television, internet or radio, is encouraged in class. Language practice is in context and emphasis is placed on communicative ability.
Curriculum : The school focuses on student-centred learning and employ methodologies which promote communication and practical language usage such as TBL (Task-based Learning), CLT (Communicative Language Teaching), Lexical and Functional theories.
Classroom Hour : 25 hours group tuition per week morning classes + 2 hours conversation class per week
Course Information
Class size
7 Students
Schedule
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12 Weeks
Course Level
7
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
18
Accommodation
Homestay
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
26 weeks General English + Exam preparation 26 weeks working holiday 1 Free week host accommodation (full board) Airport pick-up Administration fee
Course Information
Class size
8 Students
Schedule
52 Weeks
Course Level
7
VISA Info
Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age
18
Accommodation
Homestay
Qualification
N/A
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
52 Week
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(EURO)€ 2,250 / Week
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Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Weekly
(EURO)€ 180
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Accommodation
One of the best and most popular ways to learn English is to immerse in an Irish host Family. Carefully choosen families who all live within reach of the centre are available to students all year. Private bedrooms are offered by experienced families who warmly welcome students into their homes. Executive Host Families are also offered catering for students who wish to avail of private bathroom.The accommodations manager of the school visits every family who apply to Active language Learning and monitors from student feedback on a constant basis. Full family details are sent to students prior to their arrival and contact is encouraged between both parties to establish common social goals. Full board includes breakfast, packed lunch and evening meal. Also included is hot water at all times, laundry facilities (dry cleaning not included) and all general common family lifestyle living.
Surrounding Area
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County is situated just south of Dublin, the Capital City of Ireland. The County offers an ideal balance between the vibrant capital and the unspoilt countryside. The motto 'From the Mountains to the Sea' / 'Ó Chuan go Sliabh' encompasses both the urban and rural environment and includes such areas as Blackrock, Dalkey, Sandyford, Dundrum, Stepaside and Glencullen. The coastline stretches from Booterstown near the city, through Dún Laoghaire and Dalkey to the magnificent vistas of Killiney. Within twenty minutes drive from Dublin students can be Hill-walking, Horse-riding, Golfing or enjoying a host of other activities, all set in spectacular countryside. The villages and towns offer a wide selection of shops, shopping malls, restaurants and pubs, and evening entertainment with music, theatre and cinemas. The area also has a rich cultural heritage: The James Joyce Museum at the Sandycove Martello Tower, setting for the opening chapter of Ulysses, The Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre, The Maritime Museum in Dún Laoghaire and the many archaeological sites spread throughout the County.
Facilities
The facilities included in the centre are as follows: Warm and welcoming reception, Administration office, Staff room, Ladies & Gents facilities on each of the three floors, Lift, Car park, Bright and airy fully equipped classrooms, Canteen, Terrace with panoramic views of Dublin Bay, Computer room, Free Internet access, WiFi throughout the building, Study Centre. Also surrounding the building and all within walking distance are the following facilities: shops, shopping centres X 2, cafes, restaurants, parks, cinema, theater, metro stations X 2, tourist office, ferry port, 13 local and city bus services, sailing, golf, walks.
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