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Maynooth University
Centre Profile 2014
Junior Summer Camp
Age profile: 11- 17 yrs
Location
Maynooth is situated 24km west of Dublin, just 40 minutes
from Dublin airport. All the attractions of the capital are
within easy reach and the town is serviced by frequent bus
and rail connections. There is much to see and enjoy in the
vicinity of Maynooth, including Castletown House and
Celbridge Abbey.
Maynooth University dates back to 1795. The campus is
extensive and caters for over 8,400 students during the
academic year. The unique blend of modern facilities on a
mature campus is the perfect setting for an international
language school.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in modern apartments on
campus. Each apartment comprises of a fully fitted kitchen,
dining area and comfortably furnished lounge.
Accommodation is in single and twin rooms in apartments of
5 bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
Host family option is available for combined groups only.
Lessons
Each lesson is 45 minutes in duration and the standard
programme for junior students is 15 hours per week. Classes
are available at all levels from Elementary (A1) to Advanced
(C1). Classes for junior students will have a maximum of 15
students, but you can expect an average of 13 students per
class. Class times are divided so that students receive
lessons from more than one teacher, two per day allowing
them the benefit of more than one voice and teaching style
and having a team of teachers liaise on their learning paths.
There are 20 comfortable modern, spacious classrooms
available in the college.
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Student Welfare
The welfare of our students is of paramount importance to us
and we offer a high standard of care and supervision to all our
students. We provide nominated ATC staff members to act as
guardians to our individual students that travel without group
leaders. It is very important for us that our students remain
happy and healthy throughout their stay. Our management at
Maynooth University, along with our teachers and activity
leaders will ensure that all students receive the best possible
care and attention so as to maximize their experience during
their study holiday.
Activities & Excursions
Maynooth University offers a very comprehensive cultural,
sports and evening programme. Included are two half day
cultural excursions to local galleries, museums and other
visitor attractions by private coach. Three Dublin city
transfers by coach per week (per 2 week stay) and one full day
excursion per week to cities and places of cultural
importance around Ireland by private coach. One dinner in
Hard Rock Café or similar is also included in the package.
The activity programme provides young students with an
opportunity to absorb some of Ireland’s rich heritage in a fun
and relaxed way.
A residential evening activity programme rounds off each day
and includes: discos, Irish nights (Ceili), karaoke, talent nights
and treasure hunts will ensure that each student is busy from
breakfast to bedtime. Please see the sample programme for
details.
Optional programmes & activities
♦ English & Soccer – UEFA Qualified Coaches Sports & Recreational Facilities
♦ 3 Afternoons per week – 3 hours per afternoon
Facilities include: a sports complex with gymnasium
♦ English & Drama – in association with the GAIETY School
where students can play table tennis, basketball,
of Acting Dublin
badminton, and volleyball, an indoor heated swimming
♦ 3 Afternoons per week – 3 hours per afternoon
pool and extensive playing fields and tennis courts.
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Campus Living
Cleaning
Bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living rooms will be
cleaned weekly. Bins and rubbish removed by the cleaning
staff daily. During occupancy, towels and bed linen will be
replaced once per week. Rooms will be fully serviced
between occupancies.
Damages
There is a damage deposit of €50 for individual student’s and
€250 for groups that will be collected upon arrival. This will be
retained for the duration of the student/group’s stay.
The deposit will be returned in full prior to departure less the
cost of any damages caused by the student/group
Deliveries
Mail and other deliveries for students will be passed on to the
Centre Manager for subsequent distribution. Please address
items to C/O ATC Language & Travel, St Patrick’s College,
Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co Kildare.
Fire Safety
All students and group leaders are to attend a mandatory fire
briefing. Any breach of fire safety regulations may result in a
fine and expulsion from the course.
Keys
Electronic key cards will be provided to each student. Lost key
cards can be replaced by Maynooth University staff at a cost
of €5 each.
www.atcireland.ieLaundry
There is a private self service launderette available for the
students use at Maynooth University. The machines take
coins, and washing powder can be purchased locally or
students may bring their own. A typical wash and dry costs
approximately €4.
Safe
A safe is available for the security of the students belongings
at Maynooth University. Students are encouraged to store
large sums of money or valuables here. Travel tickets and
passports are normally kept in the safe for the duration of the
students stay.
Security
There are 24 hour security guards monitoring the facility,
dealing with security and related matters and responding to
fire alarm activations. In order to cooperate with college staff,
when asked students will be required to identify themselves
and respond to legitimate directions relating to safety,
security and good order.
An ATC Language and Travel staff member will assist
Maynooth University security in the event of noise
disturbances, incidents involving language school participants
or medical emergencies.
Student Identity Card
In order to co-operate with the security and safety standards
at Maynooth University, ATC Language and Travel will supply
all students with a student identity card. Students must carry
their card with them at all times.
www.atcireland.ieResidential Programme
Programme Includes:
♦ Full board accommodation.
♦ 15 hours of English language tuition per week.
♦ Alternate weekly morning and afternoon classes.
♦ Use of textbooks and other learning materials.
♦ Graded certificate and end of course report.
♦ Organised afternoon sports activities.
♦ Two afternoon cultural visits per week by private coach with entrance fee -including Guinness Storehouse & Viking
Splash once per stay
♦ Three Dublin City transfers by coach per 2 week stay
♦ Dinner in Hard Rock Café (or similar) once per stay
♦ One full day excursion by coach per week including entrance fee.
♦ Evening programme including discos, films, karaoke, Irish night and other activities
Important Note:
♦ Host Family option available for combined groups only.
♦ Minimum stay: 2 weeks.
♦ Self service laundry facilities are available on University Campus.
♦ Airport transfers are NOT included (see page 22 for details).
♦ Towels are supplied once a week by the college.
♦ Any damage caused by a student must be paid for immediately.
♦ Damage deposit of €50 per individual students / €250 per group on arrival to be refunded in event of non-use
♦ There will not be any credit given for meals not taken.
www.atcireland.ieEnglish & Soccer / Drama
Programme
English & Soccer Programme Details
The Soccer programme is conducted by UEFA qualified
coaches.
As well as participating in language classes five days a week,
students can then enjoy either three mornings or afternoons
of soccer training and matches. Each training session is
three hours in length.
Students on the English & Soccer programme will have 1
Dublin City transfer during a two week stay.
English & Drama Programme Details
The Drama programme is run in association with the Gaiety
School of Acting Dublin.
As well as participating in language classes five days a week,
students can then enjoy either three mornings or afternoons
of Drama Classes each class is three hours in length.
Students on the English & Drama programme will have 1
Dublin City transfer during a two week stay.
www.atcireland.ieEnglish & Soccer Programme
Programme Includes:
♦ Full board accommodation.
♦ 15 hours of English language tuition per week.
♦ Alternate weekly morning and afternoon classes.
♦ Use of textbooks and other learning materials.
♦ Graded certificate and end of course report.
♦ 3 Afternoons of Soccer per week with UEFA Qualified Coaches – 3 hours per afternoon.
♦ Two afternoon cultural visits per week by private coach with entrance fee -including Guinness Storehouse & Viking
Splash one per stay.
♦ One Dublin City transfer by coach per 2 week stay.
♦ Dinner in Hard Rock Café (or similar) once per stay
♦ One full day excursion by coach per week including entrance fee.
♦ Evening programme including discos, films, karaoke, Irish night and other activities
Notes:
♦ Minimum stay: 2 weeks.
♦ Self service laundry facilities are available on University Campus.
♦ Airport transfers are NOT included.
♦ Towels are supplied once a week by the college.
♦ Any damage caused by a student must be paid for immediately.
♦ Damage deposit of €50 per individual students / €250 per group on arrival to be refunded in event of non-use
♦ There will not be any credit given for meals not taken.
www.atcireland.ieEnglish & Drama Programme
Programme Includes:
♦ Full board accommodation.
♦ 15 hours of English language tuition per week.
♦ Alternate weekly morning and afternoon classes.
♦ Use of textbooks and other learning materials.
♦ Graded certificate and end of course report.
♦ 3 Afternoons of Drama per week with the Gaiety school of Acting – 3 hours per afternoon.
♦ Two afternoon cultural visits per week by private coach with entrance fee -including Guinness Storehouse & Viking
Splash once per stay.
♦ One Dublin City transfer by coach per 2 week stay.
♦ Dinner in Hard Rock Café (or similar) once per stay
♦ One full day excursion by coach per week including entrance fee.
♦ Evening programme including discos, films, karaoke, Irish night and other activities
Notes:
♦ Minimum stay: 2 weeks.
♦ Self service laundry facilities are available on University Campus.
♦ Airport transfers are NOT included.
♦ Towels are supplied once a week by the college.
♦ Any damage caused by a student must be paid for immediately.
♦ Damage deposit of €50 per individual students / €250 per group on arrival to be refunded in event of non-use
♦ There will not be any credit given for meals not taken.
www.atcireland.iePractical Information Medical Information
Contact Details
In the case of a medical emergency, an ATC Language
Manager: Will be advised the week prior to opening and Travel member of staff will assist in seeking the
Principal: Will be advised the week prior to opening appropriate treatment. Any trips to the doctor, dentist
Address: ATC Language & Travel, or hospital will have to be paid in full by the student
St. Patricks College, (including transport where necessary). All students will
be accompanied by a group leader.
Maynooth
Co. Kildare
Telephone: Will be advised the week prior to opening Local Doctor:
Emergency Pager: +353 1 208 7254 Dr Gaffney,
Glenroyal Shopping Centre,
Classes Maynooth,
3 hours and 20 minutes of class per day, five days a week, Co. Kildare.
alternate weekly mornings (from 9:00 to 12:40 with a 20
minute break) and afternoons (from 14:00 to 17:50 with 30 Phone: +353 1 629 1169
minute break) basis. All textbooks and other learning
materials will be made available to the students, with a
graded certificate and end of course report being presented Local Dentist:
on conclusion of their stay. Dr Joe Berrigan,
Leinster Clinic,
The maximum number of students per class is 15. All levels
Kilcock Road,
are available according to the levels from Elementary: A1 to
Advanced: C1. Common European Framework of Reference Maynooth,
for Languages.
Co. Kildare
Phone: +353 1 629 0895
Statistics
Maynooth University welcomes a range of nationalities such
as Italian, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Russian. Local Hospital:
The centre welcomes students from 11 to 17 years of age Naas General Hospital,
from 28th June to 30th July 2014.
Naas,
Co. Kildare.
Transfers
Phone: +353 45897221
On arrival at the airport, students will be met by an ATC
Language & Travel representative who will escort them to
Maynooth University. Dublin International Airport is located Public Transport
approximately 35kms from Maynooth University, with the
average journey time being 50 minutes depending on traffic.
Maynooth University is well served by public transport,
with a frequent bus service from the front gate of the
An airport transfer can only be arranged when flight centre. The ARROW (train) station is only a short walk
information is received in writing by ATC Language & Travel from Maynooth University, with the journey into Dublin
at least 10 days prior to arrival. ATC Language & Travel city centre (O’Connell Street Station) taking 45 minutes.
cannot take responsibility for the students’ arrival transfer
unless this procedure is followed.
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