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Trip | High School Exchange in Ireland
High School Exchange Ireland – Standard Day School Program
Dublin, Ireland
Quick Facts
about this position
Working hours
flexible
Minimum age
Education
High School Student
Language skills
Good english knowledge
About this position
About the Standard Day School Programme
The Standard Day School Programme allows you to attend a public high school in Ireland while living with a carefully selected Irish host family. You will fully participate in the regular school day alongside Irish students, attend class, and integrate into the local culture.
Placements are coordinated based on school availability, your interests, and academic background, and the programme can be taken for a term, semester, or full academic year.
What to expect
Full participation in the academic programme of an Irish public secondary school
Day school experience with integration in class and school activities
Homestay with an Irish host family
Wide range of subjects including sports, music, languages, and arts
Cultural exchange and social integration with local students
Personal growth in language, independence, and intercultural skills
This programme is ideal for students who want to experience Irish school life and culture through daily interaction in a local school and family environment.
Itinerary of your stay abroad
Arrival in Ireland
Our local partner team will coordinate your airport arrival – either by arranging a pick-up or by organizing your transfer with your host family or boarding school. This ensures that you are safely welcomed and brought to your new home away from home.
During your first days, take time to settle in, recover from travel, and adjust to your new surroundings. Your host family or boarding team will support you in getting comfortable and feeling at home.
Orientation & First Days
To help you adapt smoothly, you will receive an introduction from your local coordinator or your school. You will be informed about:
The Irish school system
Cultural differences
Important do’s and don’ts
Organizational procedures
This guidance helps you feel confident and prepared from the very beginning. Your dedicated local coordinator is available to answer any questions you may have.
Starting School
During your first days at school, you will be supported as you integrate into your class. You will receive your timetable, meet your classmates, and become familiar with the daily school routine.
Throughout your entire high school exchange in Ireland, your local coordinator remains in close contact with:
your high school
your host family or boarding school
and us as your sending organization
This structured cooperation ensures that your experience abroad is positive, safe, and enriching.
Free Time & Weekends
Your time outside of school gives you the opportunity to discover Ireland and experience everyday life in a new culture.
Together with your host family or boarding friends, you may: Explore local towns and cities, Experience Irish traditions, Participate in sports or activities, Discover Ireland’s landscapes and culture.
During mid-term breaks and school holidays, arrangements are coordinated to ensure your stay remains structured and safe.
Departure & Return Home
As your program comes to an end, all final arrangements are coordinated with your host family, school, and local coordinator.
Your dedicated contact person remains available until your departure, ensuring that your high school exchange in Ireland concludes smoothly and successfully.
Ready to get started?
High School Exchange Ireland – Standard Day School Program
Flexible dates
min. 3 months
Good english knowledge
from
7990 EUR
Questions? We will help you!
Contact usYour accommodation
A high school exchange in Ireland is not only about attending school – it also means having a safe and supportive home away from home. Safety, structure, and personal care are at the heart of the experience.
The type of accommodation depends on the school you choose – whether it is a public high school, a private school, or a boarding school.
🏡 Living with a Host Family
Most students during their high school exchange in Ireland live with carefully selected host families.
A host family provides:
A safe and welcoming home environment
Full integration into Irish daily life
Ongoing daily support and guidance
Genuine cultural immersion
All host families are screened and work closely with schools and local coordinators.
For students attending public high schools, host family accommodation is the standard option.
🏫 Boarding School Accommodation
If you choose a private school with boarding facilities, you can become part of a structured boarding community.
Depending on the school, different models are available:
5-day boarding → weekends spent with a host family
12-day boarding → every second weekend with a host family
7-day boarding → occasional weekend closures
During mid-term breaks in autumn and spring, students also stay with host families.
Boarding schools offer a structured daily routine, close supervision, and a strong sense of community.
🤝 On-Site Support & Supervision
From the moment you arrive in Ireland until the end of your program, you will have a dedicated local coordinator.
Experienced education professionals work closely with:
your high school
your host family or boarding school
and us as your sending organization
to ensure that your high school exchange in Ireland is safe, structured, and enriching.
Regular communication and professional support systems ensure that both students and parents feel confident and well-supported throughout the entire experience.
Our Service
✅ Included in the Program Fee
Consultation, Application & Support
Personal consultation prior to application
Individual school and program guidance
Support with application documentation
Intercultural pre-departure briefing
Assistance with travel preparation (insurance, flight information, etc.)
Ongoing support until departure
Dedicated contact person in Germany during preparation
School Placement & Administration
Selection of a suitable school (public, private, or boarding)
School registration and enrollment
Standard school fees (according to the selected school model)
School uniform (as required by the school)
Standard school textbooks
Required documentation for certification/validation
Grade placement determined by the Irish school
HSI Guardianship (legal guardianship in Ireland)
Monthly welfare reports
Support from a dedicated local HSI Adviser
Accommodation (depending on school type)
For Day School Programs:
Selection of a carefully screened host family
Single room accommodation
Full board (including packed lunch Monday–Friday)
Access to all household facilities
For Residential / Boarding Schools:
Full-board accommodation in the boarding residence
Boarding school accommodation facilities
Basic equipment (linen, duvet, towels, etc.)
Family accommodation during official school breaks (excluding Christmas, Easter, and state examination periods)
Transfers
First airport transfer upon arrival
Final airport transfer at departure
On-Site Support & Supervision
Dedicated local coordinator from arrival to departure
Close cooperation between school, host family/boarding school, and local organization
Structured supervision throughout the entire program
Ongoing support with organizational matters
24-hour emergency contact number in Ireland
❌ Not Included in the Program Fee
Flights to and from Ireland
Local transportation costs (bus, train, etc.)
Transfers during mid-term breaks, weekends, or additional travel
Accommodation during Christmas and Easter holidays, and during official state examination periods (usually June)
Accommodation due to early arrival or late departure
Optional school lunches (if booked separately)
School extras (sports tuition, trips, Transition Year charges, locker fees, photocopying, etc.)
Examination fees (Leaving Certificate, Junior Certificate, IB, etc.)
Personal expenses
Insurance costs
Visa or residence permit fees (if applicable for non-EU students)
Additional transfer or accommodation costs due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., severe weather)
Additional costs for specific medical or dietary requirements (e.g., coeliac conditions)
Our local team
Our local team
Our experienced partner team in Ireland has specialized in high school exchange programs since 1988 and has successfully placed more than 18,000 students in safe, carefully selected host families and schools. Students from 28 countries have been placed in over 150 different schools across Ireland. As student exchange programs are their core business, the local coordinators bring extensive expertise, structured processes, and a high level of professionalism to every placement.
From school selection to on-site support, they work closely with schools and host families to ensure that every student’s time abroad in Ireland is safe, enriching, and truly life-changing.