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Leaders in English language
training for over 45 years
Year Round Adult & Junior Programmes
atclanguageschools.com
WHY IRELAND? 03
"Thank you ATC for this experience
and giving me the opportunity
to discover Ireland!"
Elise, France
EDINBURGH
BELFAST
IRELAND YORK
Rich sense of
GALWAY DUBLIN
LIVERPOOL
BRAY
KILKENNY
LIMERICK
UNITED
CORK KINGDOM
community
CARDIFF
LONDON
WINCHESTER
Ireland is famous for its warm and friendly welcome, its lively cities and its beautiful landscapes. It is a
Did you know…
country that is rich in heritage and culture, with stories to tell, memories to make and friends to meet.
Come and see for yourself why one of our most famous sayings is –
Home of many modern tech Famous people from Ireland
Céad Míle Fáilte - One hundred thousand welcomes! Population of One of the youngest companies such as Facebook, include Samuel Beckett,
Ireland 4.7million populations in Europe Google, Twitter and LinkedIn Liam Neeson and Saoirse Ronan
WHY ATC? 05
ATC Language Schools was founded in 1973 and has been
teaching English to students from all over the world ever
since. Every aspect of a student’s experience is important
to us and our team is committed to providing an excellent
standard of service in a friendly and professional manner.
Quality Assurance Independently owned Internationally recognised Excellence in
and managed quality assurance education
ATC is recognised by ATC is ATC is a founder
ACELS, a service of Quality Bildungsurlaub member of Highly qualified teaching Director of Studies Dedicated
& Qualifications Ireland, approved in 8 Marketing English team and staff for each school accommodation team
for English Language states in Germany. in Ireland, MEI.
Teaching, ELT.
Student Personal touch – each Pre arrival
ATC is a member of ALTO ATC is accredited by Eaquals, ATC is a member of welfare team student matters to us information
(Association of Language Travel whose mission is to foster Quality English, an
Organisations), a platform excellence in language association of independent
providing connections through education across the world language schools who are
networking, professional by providing guidance committed to providing
development, idea and and support to teaching high quality courses to
information exchange. institutions and individuals. international students. Orientation tour and full Regular support Our team speak
induction on Day 1 through your course several languages
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find out more
WHY BRAY? 07
"I chose a quiet, safe place to walk
for a long time near sea. Everything 40 minutes from
was very cool. The teachers were Dublin City Centre
professional in their work."
Tatiana, Russia
ATC Online for
all students
Nationality Mix
Brazil 24% 24% Fun and engaging daily
Brazil
Learn English
Spain 15% social programme
Italy 12%
Japan 7%
France 6% Host families
within walking distance
by the sea
Germany 6%
South Korea 5%
Russia 4% 15%
Spain
Other 21% 12% School owned self-
Italy catering accommodation
Nationality mix based on 12 months to July 2019.
THE HARBOUR
ATC Bray is located facing the Irish Sea, in a ATC Bray Residence
coastal town south of Dublin City Centre.
With its beautiful sand and shingle beach, and a charming promenade,
Bray offers a wide range of festivals and activities through the year, SEA Life Bray
making it an attractive and peaceful location to study in.
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Bray promenade and beach
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ATC owns the four adjacent Victorian buildings, beautifully restored to
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offer bright and spacious classrooms; the ideal environment to learn
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English and explore the Irish culture with new international friends.
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ATC Bray Apartments
16
BRAY HEAD
Bray Minimum 23 classrooms & Student social and Light kitchen Private Wheelchair Free
population 32,000 age 16 student library recreational area facilities school patio accessible Wi-Fi ATC Bray School ATC Bray Apartments ATC Bray Residence
WHY DUBLIN? 09
“After 3 months studying in ATC English School
Dublin I can tell everybody, ATC should be your
choice if you want to learn English in a serious but 12 km from
friendly school. Moreover, ATC is located in the very Dublin Airport
old town of Dublin, which will let you enjoy all the
best of that vibrant city”
Jose Vicente, Spain
ATC Online for
all students
Nationality Mix
Spain 19% 19%
Spain Fun and engaging daily
Brazil 16% social programme
Italy 9%
China 8%
Japan 7%
Learn English in
Host families in residential
South Korea 5% suburbs of Dublin
Russia 5%
16%
France 5% Brazil
Other 26%
Modern self
Ireland’s capital city
9%
Nationality mix based on 12 months to July 2019. Italy catering accommodation
Temple Bar
Molly Malone Statue Trinity College
Dublin
Dublin
Dublin is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, famous for its culture, arts, ATC Dublin
Residence
Castle
vibrancy and nightlife. Dublin is a relatively small capital city and has one of the youngest Guinness
Storehouse ATC Dublin Adult School
populations in Europe, and ATC offers you the opportunity to live, study and learn in the heart
of the city, an ideal destination for students wishing to improve their English and learn the
culture of another country. In Dublin you will find a blend of historic and modern influences. St Patrick's
Cathedral
ST.
STEPHEN'S
GREEN
17 ATC Dublin
Junior School
Dublin population Minimum 16 Interactive Stunning 4th floor student Light kitchen Free
Approx. 1 million age 17 classrooms whiteboards lounge and social area facilities Wi-Fi ATC Dublin Adult School ATC Dublin Residence ATC Dublin Junior School
CHOOSE YOUR STUDY PATH 11
When can I study…
At ATC we know that everyone has • General English & Intensive English –
60 minute
lessons
2 teachers
per class
different objectives and time available, courses begin every Monday except bank holidays.
so you can choose the course and • Exam preparation courses –
contact us for dates, or see our website for details. Pre-arrival Structured course
duration to suit you. placement test curriculum based on CEFR
"Thank you ATC for having
How we teach… me, thanks for all your
The curriculum is designed to develop a student’s overall level support, I really enjoyed my Daily and weekly Continuous progress
of English, focusing on all of the key skills of reading, writing, course and I learned a lot!!!" course objectives assessment
speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary. Noemi, Brazil
The teachers work alongside the course objectives and use
methodologies such as Task Based Learning (TBL),
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), and Weekly level Personalised
Co-operative Language Learning (CLL). test available study plan
Each class has two teachers, exposing the students to
different teaching styles.
Courses available… Bray Dublin Flexible ATC
timetables* Online **
General English 20 hours
Intensive English 26 hours Levels offered –
General English 16 hours Beginner to Advanced: A0 – C1.
General English 15 hours Students per class –
Free Tutor
Exam Preparation – IELTS, Cambridge, TIE, Trinity average 10, maximum 15. classes ** meetings **
Teacher Training Minimum age –
Please note: The 16 hour course in Bray is 4 mornings per week. 16 in Bray, 17 in Dublin. * Choice of timetables: option to change between
The 15 hour course in Dublin is in the afternoons. General English and exam preparation courses
** See over for further details
SUPPORTING YOUR EXPERIENCE FIND A JOB IN IRELAND 13
ATC Online Can I work in Ireland?
All adult students have access to our personalised EU students can work without a permit.
integrated learning platform allowing them Study and work in an
to complete assessments, homework, English speaking country
Non-EU students taking a long term, full time course
language and skills development online. can apply for permission to work part time.
Tutor meetings All ATC courses are registered on the
These are a great opportunity for students Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) Use English in real
taking the 16, 20 and 26 hour courses to and Learner Protection is included. world situations
meet with one of our dedicated teachers for
additional guidance through their course.
Free classes What else…? Opportunity to gain
For all 16, 20 and 26 hours courses, we offer fluency in English
optional classes for students to practice their skills We also include the end of
and build confidence in a relaxing and informal
setting. These are available 3 times each week. course exam, the preparation
and the certificate for all
Erasmus+
EU students may qualify for funding through
long term students. Valuable work experience
for your future
Erasmus+, please contact us for our PIC number.
“All of the staff and course programmes are
“The teachers support you to well organised for their student’s demand.
improve your English skills and I would highly recommend ATC to students
interact with each other.” who are trying to build a brighter future.”
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Aina, Spain Chinzorig, Mongolia find out more
YOUR ACCOMMODATION HOST FAMILY 15
ACCOMMODATION
Every aspect of
your stay abroad is
important, and at ATC We believe that staying with a local Irish
host family is the ideal way to immerse
we have a dedicated yourself into Irish culture and practice
English outside of the classroom. Single and twin Arrivals & Departures
accommodation Some of our hosts have been
rooms available Saturday or Sunday
team on hand to look welcoming ATC students for many
years, some over two generations.
after your booking Half board
Monday to Friday
Full board at
weekends
and requests. ATC Bray
All host families are in the town of Bray and
most are within walking distance, up to 40
minutes, sometimes higher in peak season.
Duration Garda Vetted &
minimum 1 week regularly inspected
ATC Dublin
All host families are located in residential
suburbs of Dublin, within easy reach of
public transport. Students can expect to Dedicated Always someone to greet
accommodation team you on your arrival
travel between 30 and 60 minutes to school.
"My host family was always gentle
and I extended my stay.
We had a dinner together almost every
night chatting about my school, my
country, current affairs and so on.”
Keiko, Japan
SELF-CATERING OPTIONS 17
For those looking for BRAY DUBLIN SUMMER
a more independent ATC Bray offers school At ATC Dublin, we are Additional apartments
owned apartments next pleased to offer modern, are offered during
style of living to the school, and a newly built apartments the summer at
residence 700 metres for a comfortable University College
while studying along the seafront. living experience. Dublin (UCD).
with ATC, we have • Seafront location • Less than 20 minutes’ • Approximately 20
student apartments • Minimum age 18 walk from ATC Dublin
• Minimum age 18
minutes’ by bus from
Dublin City Centre
• Single and twin
and residences rooms available • Single ensuite • 4km from city centre
bedrooms • Frequent bus service
available in both • Some rooms ensuite
• Shared kitchen • Shared kitchen • Minimum age 18
Bray and Dublin. and living area and living area
• Social space
• Single ensuite rooms
• Free Wi-Fi • Shared kitchen
within building and living area
• Laundry facilities
• Free Wi-Fi • Laundry facilities
• ATC residence
manager available 24/7 • Laundry facilities on campus
• Gym on site • Free Wi-Fi
• ATC staff available 24/7 • 24 hour reception
• 24 hour reception
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ATC JUNIORS – YEAR ROUND PROGRAMME OPTIONS 19
At ATC we provide
programmes for year round
We are continuously Course themes available…
closed junior groups between developing our junior General English with
optional project
September and June, with
courses from 1 to 4 weeks. curriculum to meet the Irish Culture
& Literature
The junior curriculum is based on needs of students from
around the world.
the CEFR and aims to develop the CLIL – journalism, ecology,
students’ communicative abilities tourism and more
in English and broaden their
understanding of Irish culture. Exam preparation –
Cambridge, IELTS and Trinity
Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
World of Work – 1 week
Arrival: Meet @ Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Departure:
09:00am at 09:00 - 10:30 09:00 - 10:30 09:00 - 10:30 09:00 - 10:30 09:00 - 10:30 Pick up from
Morning
Arrival on ATC School ATC School at World of Work & General English
BREAK combined – 2 weeks
flight ATC123 11:00 for private
Private Full day tour: Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons Lessons coach transfer
Transfer to Bray & Cliffwalk 10:50 - 12:20 10:50 - 12:20 10:50 - 12:20 10:50 - 12:20 10:50 - 12:20 to Dublin Airport
ATC School for departure on Intensive Business
LUNCH flight at ATC321 Apprenticeship - 3 weeks
Meet host Depart ATC Natural History Croke Park Howth EPIC Ireland
Afternoon
families in at 13:30 Museum Stadium Intensive Business Apprenticeship
ATC School Orientation Tour and World of Work – 4 weeks
at 14:00 of Dublin with
ATC Guide
All programme hours are certified
DINNER including optional features
Evening
Sample programme - Social programme can be tailor made
“The school location is great, our students have reported how happy
they have felt staying in Bray and attending lessons at ATC.
The families have been really kind hosts. To sum up our stay in Bray with
Airport 15/20 hours lessons Full board accommodation Graded certificate Orientation tour of Tailor made programme ATC, it has been a great experience that we’ll never forget.”
transfers for with morning or in carefully selected and end of location with for each group with social
the group afternoon classes host family course report ATC staff and cultural options Isobel, Spain, ATC Bray Group LeaderATC BRAY ATC DUBLIN 21
Learn English Study in the heart of
by the sea Ireland’s capital city
Our school in Bray offers a Seaside location
Our latest addition in Dublin is our dedicated Beautiful Georgian
buildings
seaside location in spacious building for year round groups, close to
school owned buildings. Host families within public transport and Dublin’s city centre City Centre -
walking distance 3 minutes walk from
St Stephen’s Green
Groups accommodated in “Thank you so much for your help and support in every situation,
Groups accommodated
cluster areas, usually within for being so incredibly friendly and providing an atmosphere
in cluster areas, within
35 minutes walking distance that felt secure and reliable with every arrangement we made. commuting distance
We would happily recommend ATC and your great city to our
6 Minimum 6 nights colleagues and look forward to visiting again next year!” 7 Minimum 7 nights
Stephanie & Elena, Germany, ATC Dublin Group Leaders
“Thank you for taking care
of us. You are a very good
team, who made us and our
children (that is the most
important thing) satisfied. It
was a big pleasure to meet
and work with you.”
Marina, Russia, ATC Bray Group LeaderATC SUMMER
BELFAST
ATC Language Schools are proud to offer
the most comprehensive range of summer IRELAND M50
N3
junior residential programmes in Ireland. GALWAY
DUBLIN Maynooth
BRAY N4
DUBLIN
NCI
Our carefully chosen campuses offer a range of residential and
homestay options, in Dublin and across Ireland. KILKENNY
Trinity
DUBLIN
LIMERICK M50 Blackrock
UCD
N7
Rathdown
N81 N11
CORK M50
N7
Residential and host Programmes for BRAY
family accommodation juniors aged 9-17
N11
15/20 hours International
tuition classes
Highly qualified Full day
teachers trips
Varied evening Half day
programme excursions
Organised sports and ATC staff
recreational activities available 24/7
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Contact us for full details and our ATC Summer Brochure. find out more
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