Course information · Families living in Killarney

An Academic Year in Killarney for Families

For families moving to Killarney for an academic year: children attend local primary or secondary schools, while parents study English at Killarney School of English.

For childrenLocal Irish schools

For parentsAdult English classes

Study optionsPart-time or full-time

Planning your stayAn academic year

A school year for the whole family.

This option is different from a short summer family course. Your children join a local Irish school for their education, while you attend adult English classes with us.

Parents can choose part-time or full-time English study, depending on their goals and the time available while their children are at school. We can discuss a course and timetable that suit your circumstances.

Two separate enrolments

Your English course is arranged with Killarney School of English. Your child’s school place is arranged separately with the relevant primary or secondary school.

Contact local schools early to discuss places, admission requirements and the appropriate year group. A place at our English school does not guarantee a place for your child at a local school.

While your children are at school

English study for parents.

Part-time General English

Agree a number of weekly study hours within the available class timetable. This can suit parents balancing English study with family commitments.

View part-time course details →

Full-time General English

Our standard adult course provides 15 hours of group English each week. Discuss your intended course length and learning goals with us.

View standard course details →

Morning classes during the school year

From September to June, adult morning classes run from 9:45am to 1:00pm, Monday to Friday. Before booking, compare these times with your child’s school timetable and agree your attendance with us.

Tell us about school drop-off and collection commitments. Your course arrangement depends on suitable classes being available at your English level.

General English lessons develop speaking, listening, reading and writing, together with grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Course materials and a certificate of attendance and achievement on completion are included.

See examples of the levels we teach in our English levels YouTube playlist ↗.

Children’s education

Primary and secondary schools in Killarney.

Use the school websites below to contact admissions staff directly. Each school can explain its current admission process, available places, school calendar and requirements for your child.

Primary schools

Primary schools are often called “National Schools”. Discuss the appropriate class for your child with the school.

Secondary schools

Contact the secondary school about admissions, the suitable year group and subject choices.

Questions to ask the school

Is a place available for your child’s intended dates?
Which documents are needed for admission?
What are the daily school hours and holiday dates?
What support is available for children learning English?

Family experience

Hear from a parent.

Discuss your family’s academic year.

Tell us your intended dates, your children’s ages, your English level and whether you prefer part-time or full-time study. We will help you explore a suitable English course while you arrange your children’s school places.

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