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- English Classes
- Speak English all Day
- Daily trips in English
- Typical Day in English
- Typical trips Cork 2010
- English Courses for professionals
- English courses for English Teacher
- Homestay
Maimum of 6 students in class so that you get more attention from the teacher and more opportunity to practice your English.
Please note that we refer to our summer English course which is just when other English schools increase the number of students in class. Indeed the average number of students in class is less than 4.
classes per week - 6 classes each day of 40 mins (3 classes of 80 mins) with a 15 minute between sessions. Obviously you are expected to speak English during the break.
You may wonder why when referring to an English course in the U.K. or Ireland we emphasise the point that you will not only study English, but also learn and speak English all day. This is because many English courses provide classes in which you study English but offer no further guarantees that you will continue to learn English during the rest of the day. In other words, many students do not speak English outside the class, because they have the temptation and freedom to speak to other students in their own language.
With MovingOn Courses you will spend over 10 hours per day with the teachers. Classes, lunch, afternoon trips, a vocabulary review in a typical pub, the evening meal AND the student residence are all shared with teachers. In short, not only do we give you the opportunity to practice English all day, but you will do this in the company of teachers who are there to help you with every aspect of your English language development.
You may wonder why when referring to an English course in the U.K. or Ireland we emphasise the point that you will not only study English, but also learn and speak English all day. This is because many English courses provide classes in which you study English but offer no further guarantees that you will continue to learn English during the rest of the day. In other words, many students do not speak English outside the class, because they have the temptation and freedom to speak to other students in their own language.
With MovingOn Courses you will spend over 10 hours per day with the teachers. Classes, lunch, afternoon trips, a vocabulary review in a typical pub, the evening meal AND the student residence are all shared with teachers. In short, not only do we give you the opportunity to practice English all day, but you will do this in the company of teachers who are there to help you with every aspect of your English language development.Daily trips to practice English all day
You may ask why we feel the daily trips offer such a good opportunity to learn English.
You will have the opportunity to practice English in real situations with the help and support of teachers. Max 6 students per teacher.
You will visit places of interest but with the guarantee that you will speak English all the time with the corrections of the teachers.
Teachers will correct and note down your English language mistakes plus any new vocabulary.
Before returning to the accommodation we will visit a typical pub where you will have a mini English class. We do this because it will help you improve your English from your mistakes and remind you of any new vocabulary.
Our experience shows it is far easier to remember:
mistakes when you make them in real situations
new grammar when you need it for a real situation
new vocabulary when aided by your senses because you have seen, touched etc the new word
We use private cars so that you can continue to practice English with your teacher.
Trips are to the most interesting tourist locations. In other words we don't simply take you walking to the local city and show you each and every museum! Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are half day trips of about 40 mins to 75 mins travel time. On Thursdays we have 2 additional afternoon classes so that on Friday we have only one morning class and and a longer full day trip. Please remember you can only speak English.
You may think other English language courses offer the same opportunities. Please remember most do not offer additional activities with the presence of teachers and certainly not max 6 students/teacher.
Our English Course is very different to other English Language Courses. It is not the typical English course of classes and free time, so here we give you an outline:
Warning: It is a minimum of 12 hours of English Practice per day…… and you live with the teachers!!!
Morning English Classes: groups max. 6 and average 3.5 students
Lunch: Talking English with teachers and students from all levels.
(max 6 students/teacher and average 3 students/teacher)
Daily excursion: Practicing English in real situations with teachers and students from all levels. And of course an opportunity to visit the local attractions. (max 6 students/teacher and average 3 students/teacher).
Evening meal: More English conversation with teachers and other English Language Learners etc.
Free time: Time for homework, prepare a presentation, socializing etc
Accommodation is shared with the teachers so that we can provide a total English speaking environment.
See daily timetableTime
Activity
08:30 – 09:00
Breakfast
09:15 – 10:30
English Class with Teacher 1
10:30 – 10:45
Break for Coffee
10:45 – 12:05
English Class with Teacher 2
12:00 – 12:15
Break for Coffee
12:15 – 13:30
English Class with Teacher 3
13:30 – 14:00
Break
!4:00 – 15:00
Lunch with Teachers
15:00 – 18:45
Trip in private cars with Teachers
18:45 – 19:45
Review of vocabulary and English Language questions during the excursion. In a typical pub or a café.
20:30 – 21:30
Dinner with Teachers
21:30+
Free time at last! You can go out, do some homework, prepare a presentation etc. Of course you are free to go out to pubs, cinemas etc and maybe with the teachers.
Warning!!
Remember you share the accommodation with teachers and YOU CAN ONLY SPEAK IN ENGLISH.
Please note: It is possible to only attend classes. However you will be missing the opportunity to Study English, Learn English and Speak English all day.
Full day trips:
Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry
Some of Ireland's most beautiful scenery. A lake-side cycle, stroll or traditional horse and cart ride. Beautiful waterfall.
The Cliffs of Moher
Dramatic coastline scenery.
Half day trips:
Jameson Distillery
See where the famous Irish Whisky is made.
Kinsale
Charming town with small boutiques and specialist shops. A walk with some beautiful coastal scenery finishing at Charles Fort (17th century).
Blarney Castle
Built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland’s greatest chieftains, Blarney Castle is one of Ireland’s greatest treasures. The big attraction is the Blarney Stone, the legendary Stone of Eloquence, found at the top of the Tower. Kiss it and you’ll never again be lost for words.
Youghal
A Norman walled port and modern seaside resort with a quirky museum.
Queenstown/Cobh
Last point of departure for the Titanic. Interesting Titantic exhibition, modern cathedral and seaside attractions.
Thursday Afternoon Activities:
Football match
10-pin Bowling
Cork city Gaol
Cinema
English Courses for professionals
- Business English
- Specialist English courses
- Classes "one to one"
We have experienced Business English teachers who can help you improve your communication with international clients. Whether you wish to improve your English for meetings or phonecalls etc, just let us know and we'll arrange the appropriate class material.
Whilst we do not recommend opting out of our regular class structure (see comments above), we do recognise the need that some people have for specialised classes. Our teachers come from a variety of backgrounds and have experience in different fields. If you require specialised classes relating to insurance (for example), or to marketing, we can prepare classes especially for you if we are given sufficient warning and guidance. You tell us what you need, we will ‘bend over backwards’ to provide it for you.
Our regular classes, combined with the excursions and the accommodation shared with teachers, means that students are being exposed to English throughout the day. Also, the small class sizes (a maximum of 6 students per teacher, but an average of only 4) gives the students the opportunity, not to say the obligation, of participating actively in class and in other activities.
We firmly believe that the existing class structure is very beneficial and do not recommend that students opt out of joint classes altogether. However, some people still feel that they would benefit from ‘one to one’ classes, and we are happy to provide this service at an appropriate cost. We would recommend a mix of joint classes and ‘one to one’, or joint classes during the morning sessions and additional ‘one to one’ classes on some afternoons.
English courses for English Teacher
If you are an English teacher and want to brush up on your pronunciation for example, or pick up some new ideas for the classroom then let us know.
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