Donegal English Language School, Junior Courses

The central mission of DELS is to provide high quality experiential English language and adventure packages for international students, professionals and other non-native speakers.

Donegal English Language school is a market leader in delivering high quality, English language experience holidays to International students from all over the world.

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE DELS

Established in 1989 we are a family run business, with a focus on a quality product and the individual student

We are in a stunning location on the Wild Atlantic Way

We are very lucky to welcome students from all over the world to our school

We love that our students come back every year

JUNIOR COURSES

1. Junior English & Multi Activity

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English and Multi Activity Programme is designed for individuals and groups who wish to travel to Ireland with the overall goal of improving their English language ability while at the same time providing them with an action packed activity, social and cultural programme.

After a morning in the classroom, afternoon activities include surfing, team building, Irish sports, water sports, outdoor sports including beach games, tag rugby, basketball, hill walking, baking, indoor team building games etc.

2. Junior English & Surfing

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English & Surfing programme which offers 15 hours of English, 5 surf sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

3. Junior English & Horse Riding

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English & Horse Riding programme which offers 15 hours of English, 5 riding sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Horse riding activities include beach and sand dune rides, lessons and jumping and is suitable for experienced riders (competent at canter)

Students ride around 1.5 hours per day with other time being spent on horse care

4. Adventure & Leadership Programme

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay
9 hours of leadership workshops per week
Wide range of daily activities (including surfing, hill walking, yoga, sea swimming, etc.)
Full board in residential accommodation
Transfers to & from activity sessions
5 evening activities
Full day excursion
A report & certificate of achievement
Access to weekly photos
Free DELS bag

Develop your confidence and leadership abilities this summer at the same time as having fun and learning new skills on our exciting Adventure & Leadership programme.

We combine incredible outdoor activities, overnight camping and excursions with entertaining team challenges and leadership workshops in a beautiful and safe environment on the Wild
Atlantic Way in Ireland.

Students will participate in small interactive group workshops with our highly experienced team of tutors, guides and coordinators.
The programme is designed around a combination of activities, small groupwork and discussion, leadership development, journaling and reflection.

The workshops focus on :

positive mindset
communication skills
problem solving
the importance of role models
global citizenship

5.Junior English & Riding/Surfing

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English & Riding/Surfing programme which offers 15 hours of English, 5 riding/surf sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Full board in residential or host family accommodation
Hot lunch
Transfers to & from activity sessions
5 evening activities (2 if host family) and cultural excursion each week
A tailor made English language programme to suit your needs
A teachers report & certificate of achievement
Free WIFI
Free DELS bag

6. Junior English & Surfing/Multi Adventure

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English & Multi Activity/Surfing programme which offers 15 hours of English, 5 activity/surf sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Full board in residential or host family accommodation
Hot lunch
Transfers to & from activity sessions
5 evening activities (2 if host family) and cultural excursion each week
A tailor made English language programme to suit your needs
A teachers report & certificate of achievement
Free WIFI
Free DELS bag

7. Junior English & Riding/Multi Activity

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay

English & Riding/Multi Activity programme which offers 15 hours of English, 5 riding/activity sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Full board in residential or host family accommodation
Hot lunch
Transfers to & from riding sessions
5 evening activities (2 if host family) and cultural excursion each week
A tailor made English language programme to suit you
A teachers report & certificate of achievement
Free WIFI
Free DELS bag

8. Junior Surfcamp

English Language Schools Surf Camp programme which offers 10 surf sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay
10 Surfing sessions per week
Full board in residential or host family accommodation
Hot lunch
Transfers to & from riding sessions
5 evening activities (3 if host family) and cultural excursion each week
Free WIFI
Free DELS bag

9. Junior Pony Camp

English Language Schools Pony Camp programme which offers 10 riding sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay
10 Riding sessions per week
Full board in residential or host family accommodation
Hot lunch
Transfers to & from riding sessions
5 evening activities (3 if host family) and cultural excursion each week
Free WIFI
Free DELS bag

10.Junior Mini Stays

Age 12-17
Arrival Day Sunday
Accommodation Residential & Homestay
10-20 contact hours of tuition per week
Action packed afternoon & evening programme
All class materials & books provided for
Breakfast, lunch & evening meals provided each day
Maximum 15 per class ( average 12)
Level testing at beginning
Assigned coordinator
Course certificate & post teacher report
Airport transfers on arrival and departure and all local transfers
A full day excursion

Dates: September – May
Ages: 12 +
Course Length: Flexible

This programme combines English lessons with themed project based work. At the end of the week, students will present their products/businesses. The themes offered include Tourism, Environment, Technology, Marketing, Agriculture and Media. The programme includes a weekly visit to a local business, where they will get an insight into the daily workings in their chosen field.

Dates: September – October & March – May
Ages: 16 +
Course Length: Minimum 7 Days

DELS Work Experience Package is perfect for students looking to get an insight into working in an English speaking environment. The programme combines business English with work experience, action packed activities and a cultural excursion showcasing some of local cultural gems followed by shopping. We offer work experience in tourism, retail, office, agriculture & environment

Dates: September – May
Ages: 12 +
Course Length: Flexible

English and Literature programme offers students the opportunity to learn about Irish authors and poets with ties to the local area including: WB Yeats, William Allingham, Bram Stoker and Mary Shelley. The students will also have the opportunity to visit some of the destinations where the writers got their inspiration.