Learn english in Ireland with Margariet

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An Irish Welcome to Margariet's home

Hello. I am Margariet, a retired teacher and both my children are grown up and live in Australia and Japan now. I have many years of experience hosting teenagers from many countries. I live in a big old house that is a converted school. I live in rural Mayo on the West coast surrounded by mountains and sea. There are good train and bus links to my home.

What makes this stay special

Academic immersion available For stays longer than 1 month (sliding scale pricing)
Qualified language teacher Offers to give language lessons
Private room Can be shared if you are travelling with others
Full Immersion Guaranteed No other guest speaks your language (optional add-on)
Internship or volunteering Option to combine immersion with an internship, a small job or volunteering
Full board Three meals a day included

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About this home

Meet the family

Margariet (mother)

This home welcomes

Capacity: 2 people

10-18 years old (girl - boy)

18-25 years old (girl - boy)

Dependent on the requirements of students, I can tailor my programs offered to meet their needs. Full immersion.

Enhance your stay

Language courses 35€ per hour
Horse riding 45€
Swimming 23€
Sport 154€ per stay
Activity based 140€ per stay
Transfer Airport Dublin 204€ per stay
Transfer Bus or Rail Station 46€ per stay

I am a fully Qualified Teacher with over 30 years Experience.I am fully Garda vetted. Dependent on the age of the students I am willing to make appropriate travel arrangements. Summer Sports and Activity Camps: Soccer, Hurling, Football

Full Immersion Guaranteed

The host family optionally guarantees that there will be no other people speaking the same language during the stay.

Life with your host family

My programme for guests will be tailored to the needs and interests of guests. English classes if required, I am a fully qualified teacher with 30 years experience Activities available: swimming, hiking, sea sports, horse riding all available as well as farm activities. I also offer school enrolment at our local secondary school and work experience. Cultural and sightseeing also available. I offer full immersion and activities. I am willing to host students for short and longer periods. If your ...
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