Language Stays in Cork

(from age 11)

Introduction to Cork

Cork is the second largest city in Ireland, after Dublin. It is located in the southwest of the country, on the River Lee. The city has a population of over 120,000 inhabitants. Cork is a major tourist destination, with its lively atmosphere and its many historical and cultural attractions.

It is a dream destination for language stays.

The city's climate is mild and temperate, with average temperatures of around 15 degrees Celsius. Cork is home to a number of universities and colleges, as well as a thriving arts scene.

The city's main industries are agri-food, pharmaceuticals, and software development. Cork is also a major transport hub, with regular ferry and air services to the rest of Ireland and Europe.

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Our language stay offers in Cork

Thanks to our partnership with schools and host families in the country, we can offer you 3 language stay offers in Cork and its surroundings.

For these activities, you will stay with a carefully selected Irish family, which meets the needs required to host a teenager.

Depending on the chosen activity, you will have the opportunity to stay in the picturesque coastal town of Kinsale. Located 20 km south of Cork, Kinsale is very popular with Irish people and tourists for its restaurants, colorful houses, and culture.

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Learn English and Play Rugby in Cork

This is the most appreciated offer by sports fans. In this proposal, you will have the opportunity to meet the most famous players in Ireland, by participating in the training sessions of the Munster Rugby team.

This ultra-popular and multi-titled team will welcome you in the afternoon for training sessions led by the players and coaches themselves.

Mornings are dedicated to learning English, in a school in the city, and taught by native teachers. There are a total of 15 hours of classes per week.

As for rugby training, it takes place in the afternoon alongside the players, for a total of 12 hours per week.

This offer is a real opportunity to leave with a head full of memories and with official team products such as jerseys, bags, or a certificate of participation.

Other activities are planned during the week such as excursions to cultural sites or evening outings organized by the school.

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Learn English and Go Horse Riding in Cork

This offer is intended for horse fans!

Irish In France offers you the opportunity to take English lessons while practicing your passion which is horse riding.

This unique offer is composed of 15 hours of classes in a specialized school, and 5 afternoons of horse riding per week.

The activity is not limited to just a few rides. With this offer you will be part of the stable life and will have the opportunity to care for the horses, groom them, exercise them, play games, and manage the box.

Horse riding in Cork is very interesting because you can enjoy the beach which is right next door. Horse rides to the sea are therefore planned, in addition to hikes through the sand dunes.

Each week, you will also have the chance to participate in evening activities and unique excursions, to fully enjoy your language stay.

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Horse Riding Cork

Learn English and Play Golf in Cork

Golfer friends or aspiring ones, we thought of you!

In this last offer in Cork, you can combine your love for this sport, (or discover it), with learning English.

English classes are in the morning, 15 hours per week. 10 hours per week, golf training will take place at the Fota Island Golf Resort in Cork.

English classes at Cork English College are interactive, with a primary focus on speaking. All teachers are fully qualified and speak English as their native language. Golf lessons are taught by PGA professionals with a structured program for all levels.

Beginners are welcome!

Host families are all carefully selected, close to the school. The students usually share a room with a student of a different nationality, allowing them to immerse themselves in Irish family life and practice their English language skills.

We have also planned full-day weekend excursions to places of cultural interest, to help you discover the city properly.

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Golf Cork

What to do in Cork?

The city is renowned for its culture and heritage, as well as its food and drinks. Cork City offers a wide range of things to do, from exploring historic buildings to nightlife. If you are looking for things to do in Cork City, here are some suggestions:

  • – Take a walking tour of the city center to discover major sights, such as the cathedral, Shandon Bells, and St. Patrick's Bridge.
  • – Visit one of Cork's many museums, such as the Cork Butter Museum or the Cork Wine Museum.
  • – Take a walk or bike ride along the River Lee to enjoy the view of the city. You can also tour some of the city's and country's most famous tourist attractions, such as Blarney Castle and the Fota Wildlife Park.
  • – Taste local food and drinks, such as fresh seafood or Irish stew.
  • – Spend an evening in the streets of Cork. The music scene is very lively in the city, with many venues offering traditional Irish music.

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