Experience a family study holiday in a beautiful campus on the Dublin seaside.
An activity programme helps to make this the perfect study holiday for your family.
Study English with families from all over the world, make friends and really use English
English for kids with a focus on communication for children aged 6-17
Optional English language courses for parents and other family members
Exciting activity programme helps you discover Dublin
Our Family Programmes for juniors under 12 years of age are not covered by our ACELS accreditation
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Programme Name
Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language Skills
Expand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
FK Lunch Club
A light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business English
Focus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
Junior/ Teenager course
This fun course is designed for young learners and Teenagers. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
Teenager Afternoon and Weekend Activities
Guided and supervised afternoon and weekend activities.
- Afternoon sporting and cultural activities on 5 days a week.
- Optional weekly Young Leader workshop.
- Full day excursion by coach at the weekend.
This fun programme is designed for young learners. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work, led by our energetic teachers, encourage speaking and rapid learning. Visits to local places of interest may also be included.
20Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business EnglishFocus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
Junior/ Teenager courseThis fun course is designed for young learners and Teenagers. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
Teenager Afternoon and Weekend ActivitiesGuided and supervised afternoon and weekend activities.
- Afternoon sporting and cultural activities on 5 days a week.
- Optional weekly Young Leader workshop.
- Full day excursion by coach at the weekend.
Prices are per week Registration fee: €75 per student or €125 per family.
Information
Available: 1-7 Weeks
Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Children aged 6-17
Maximum class size: 15
Each lesson is 50 minutes
More Information
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 13:00.
Timetable includes break time and is subject to change.
2024 Family Programme Junior Start Dates:
June 24 (1-7 weeks); July 1 (1-6 weeks); July 8 (1-5 weeks); July 15 (1-4 weeks); July 22 (1-3 weeks); July 29 (1-2 weeks); August 5 (1 week).
Monday August 5 2024 is a public holiday and classes will start at 10.00. We will make up the missing hour across the week by reducing the break times.
For more information on the family activities, family accommodation and start dates, please see the additional information box below.
While their children are at school, parents and other adult family members have the option of taking a course at Frances King. Our adult programmes focus on spoken English and there is also concentrated language skill practice.
20Lessons per weekThe number of lessons included per week.
Language Development
Focus on building spoken fluency and accuracy.
- Increase your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary and colloquial phrases with speaking and pronunciation practice.
- Conversation classes encourage active use of spoken English.
Language SkillsExpand the depth and range of your skills in all four skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Classes may include preparation for optional activities after class.
FK Lunch ClubA light lunch with an English speaker and a group of students, once every 2 weeks, providing an opportunity for conversation and to make friends. The school pays for the lunch, taken in local cafes, restaurants or at the school.
Business EnglishFocus on English as an international language at work.
- Business English vocabulary - globalisation, brands, advertising, innovation, travel.
- Business writing – orders, complaints, enquiries, notices, reports.
- “Survival skills” for English in the workplace – telephoning, meeting people, participating in meetings, making presentations.
Junior/ Teenager courseThis fun course is designed for young learners and Teenagers. The emphasis is on spoken English and communication. Imaginative activities and group project work encourage speaking and rapid learning.
Teenager Afternoon and Weekend ActivitiesGuided and supervised afternoon and weekend activities.
- Afternoon sporting and cultural activities on 5 days a week.
- Optional weekly Young Leader workshop.
- Full day excursion by coach at the weekend.
09:00 - 12:50
Language Development / Language Skills
Prices
€333
1-3 Weeks
€315
4-7 Weeks
Prices are per week Registration fee: €75 per student or €125 per family.
Information
Available: 1-7 Weeks
Levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Adults of all ages; adult in charge minimum age: 21
Maximum class size: 15
Each lesson is 50 minutes
More Information
Timetable:
Monday to Friday: 4 x 50m lessons 09:00 - 12:50.
Timetable includes break time and is subject to change.
2024 Family Programme Junior Start Dates:
June 24 (1-7 weeks); July 1 (1-6 weeks); July 8 (1-5 weeks); July 15 (1-4 weeks); July 22 (1-3 weeks); July 29 (1-2 weeks); August 5 (1 week).
Monday August 5 2024 is a public holiday and classes will start at 10.00. We will make up the missing hour across the week by reducing the break times.
For more information on the family activities, family accommodation and start dates, please see the additional information box below.
Superb school located in the beautiful coastal village of Dalkey in South County Dublin. The school is located by the sea only a 5 minute walk to the village centre. Dalkey is an urban oasis on the east coast of Ireland just 25 minutes by DART train to Dublin city centre. A warm welcoming atmosphere awaits you there. With its castles, panoramic scenery, markets, hills, cafes and restaurants, this picturesque village is extremely safe and perfect for young international learners.
This is a unique school with great facilities. Classrooms overlook the spectacular coastline and there are excellent sporting facilities.
Facilities
• Spacious classrooms, all with interactive whiteboards
• Canteen
• Coffee and snacks vending machines
• Outdoor terrace with seating
• Auditorium
• Football pitch
• Basketball court
• Tennis court
• Indoor Volleyball court
Age
Children of ages 6-17 are accepted. A parent or guardian of a 6 year old must also take a programme or remain in the school during lesson times. The minimum age for adult in charge is 21.
Courses fees include
• placement test and assessment
• welcome pack
• school certificate
• some optional activities
Course fees do not include
• bank charges
• travel and excursions
• some optional activities
• health & travel insurance
Start Dates
Summer Programme 2024
June 24 (1-7 weeks);
July 1 (1-6 weeks);
July 8 (1-5 weeks);
July 15 (1-4 weeks);
July 22 (1-3 weeks);
July 29 (1-2 weeks);
August 5 (1 week)
Monday August 5 2024 is a public holiday and classes will start at 10.00. We will make up the missing hour across the week by reducing the break times.
*NOTE: Week commencing August 7 is a public holiday but classes will be held.
Family Activities
Classes are in the morning – families are free in the afternoon to enjoy Dublin’s many attractions and to take part in the special family activity programme 3 days a week.
We offer a range of family activities with each of our programmes. These may include:
Jeanne Johnston Ship
Make and Do Class
Trip to the Coast
Natural History Museum
Dublin Zoo
Dublinia
Archaeology Museum
Rock Climbing
Viking Splash Tour
Trip to the Farm
Leprechaun Museum
Malahide Castle
Picnic and Games in the Park
Accommodation
We can offer homestay accommodation suitable for families, in excellent locations, close to public transport and accessible to our school. We recommend Airbnb and Booking.com to find and book studios, apartments and hotels.
When viewing our accommodation section, please look in the bottom right corner for the “Family Accommodation Icon”.
Dublin is regarded as one of the friendliest cities in the world, the home of 100,000 welcomes.
What Students & Teachers Say...
Annina Manser
Student at Frances King School
The teachers are very experienced and friendly. You get to know all about the examination and can take mock tests. I got a successful result!
Liz Porter
Teacher at Frances King London School
Frances King Dublin is a friendly and stimulating place to work set in a beautiful building with a lot of history and an excellent location. I enjoy helping students work towards their learning goals and make the most of their time in this friendly, cosmopolitan city where everyone is guaranteed a warm welcome.
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