Atlas Junior Dublin
English + Discovery PathwaysOur brand-new themed syllabus, a full activity programme and a full-day excursion every Saturday, from one of Dublin's leading junior summer centres.
- Dates
- 28 Jun – 16 Aug 2027
- Age
- 11–17 years
- Courses
- JP20 · JP26 · JP26FCE · JP26SUS
- Accommodation
- Homestay, full board (packed lunch)
- Airport
- Dublin Airport, 30 min
One of Dublin's leading junior summer centres
Atlas Junior Dublin is based at St Louis High School in Dublin 6, a safe, welcoming campus a short distance from our main school in Portobello.
Lessons build fluency and accuracy through four Discovery Themes. Students are grouped by age and English level, so lessons stay relevant and engaging. Our private bus takes students to and from school, classes and activities, so every journey is safe and simple.
On campus
- 25 bright, spacious classrooms
- Indoor & outdoor sports facilities
- Large common areas
- Private daily bus
4 Discovery Themes
Our brand-new syllabus is built around four Discovery Themes. What students learn in class connects to the places they visit and the activities they do, so their English comes to life outside the classroom.
Ireland Uncovered
Explore Ireland's history, culture, sport and identity, and experience Dublin through linked visits and activities.
Future Vision
Explore AI, social media and tomorrow's technology, and debate how tech is changing our lives.
Music, Media & Pop Culture
Irish music, film, influencers, advertising and social media trends, and creating their own content.
Sport, Health & Wellbeing
Irish sports, fitness trends, sleep, nutrition, mental wellbeing and teamwork.
Four courses, one summer centre
Every course includes the multi-activity programme, full-board homestay, a full-day excursion every Saturday and our private daily bus. What changes is how many lessons your child has and what they focus on.
JP20 · Most popular Junior Fluency
Our core course, built on the new Discovery Themes. Lots of pair and group work, with activities that take the themes out into Dublin. The best choice for a first summer abroad.
- 20 General English lessons per week
- 5 half-day + 2 evening activities per week
- Full-day excursion every Saturday
JP26 · More English Junior Fluency Plus
Everything in Junior Fluency plus 6 extra lessons a week, for students who want to make faster progress and speak more English every day.
- 26 General English lessons per week
- 3 half-day + 2 evening activities per week
- Full-day excursion every Saturday
JP26FCE · Cambridge exam Fluency Plus Cambridge
General English plus focused preparation for Cambridge B2 First (FCE), designed and monitored by our senior academic team.
- 20 General English + 6 exam lessons per week
- 3 half-day + 2 evening activities per week
- Full-day excursion every Saturday
JP26SUS · Sustainability Fluency Plus Sustainability
General English plus 6 lessons a week on environmental sustainability, for students who care about the planet and want to explore green topics in English.
- 20 General English + 6 sustainability-focused lessons per week
- 3 half-day + 2 evening activities per week
- Full-day excursion every Saturday
What a typical week looks like
Each day combines a half-day of classes with a half-day activity linked to the Discovery Themes. Here are two example weeks on Junior Fluency (JP20).
8:15 – 9:00 Students are picked up by private bus and dropped off at the school.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
- Glendalough
- Kilkenny
- Wicklow
Sunday
- Irish Heritage Centre & Wexford
- Greystones to Bray walk & time in Bray
- Galway
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
- Glendalough
- Kilkenny
- Wicklow
Sunday
- Irish Heritage Centre & Wexford
- Greystones to Bray walk & time in Bray
- Galway
- Classes
- Activity
- Evening
Optional extra evening activities and Sunday trips are available.
Where Dublin becomes the classroom
Museums, sport, adventure and days out, all linked to what students learn in class.
Awesome Walls
Indoor climbing
Jumpzone
Trampoline park
EPIC Museum
The Irish Emigration Museum
Disco night
Themed disco nights
Kilmainham Gaol
Ireland's story, up close
Irish Sports
Try Ireland's national games
Croke Park
Home of Ireland's Gaelic games
Phoenix Park
One of Europe's largest city parks
Jeanie Johnston
Famine tall ship on the Liffey
Dublinia
Viking & medieval Dublin
National Gallery
Irish and European art
Howth
Cliff walk & sea views
Wicklow
The Garden of Ireland
St Stephen's Green
Dublin's city-centre park
Arts & crafts
Paint your own Atlas T-shirt
Homestay · Full board A home from home with a Dublin family
Every Atlas Junior student lives with an experienced local host family in the south of Dublin, so they practise their English at home too.
- Experienced host familiesEvery family has been inspected and Garda-vetted.
- Safe, family-friendly neighbourhoodsHomes are in the southern part of Dublin.
- Shared roomsStudents share a room in their host family.
- Full boardBreakfast, packed lunch and dinner every day. Special diets can be catered for.
- Private bus from the doorOur private bus picks students up and drops them off at their homestay every day.
Course fees
One price covers tuition, the activity programme, full-board homestay, the Saturday excursion, daily private transport, all course materials and a certificate.
| Course | 2 weeks | 3 weeks | 4 weeks | Extra week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior FluencyJP20 | €2,050 | €3,025 | €3,950 | €860 |
| Junior Fluency PlusJP26 | €2,200 | €3,250 | €4,250 | €975 |
| Fluency Plus CambridgeJP26FCE | €2,300 | €3,370 | €4,450 | €1,025 |
| Fluency Plus SustainabilityJP26SUS | €2,400 | €3,470 | €4,650 | €1,050 |
Prices in euro. Programme dates: 28 June – 16 August 2027.
Included in the price
- English classes in international groups with our brand-new themed syllabus (20 lessons per week)
- Shared homestay accommodation with full board (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner)
- Daily transport by private bus to school and back
- Multi-activity programme (2 evening activities per week, 4 half-day activities per week, 1 full-day excursion every Saturday)
- All course materials
- End-of-course certificate
Additional fees
- Airport transfer (one way)€100
- Insurance€20 / week
- Extra night in homestay€45 / night
- Specific food requirements (e.g. vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free)€40 / week
- Extra evening activity (max. 2 per week)€30 each
- Sunday activity€35 each
- Cambridge FCE / CAE exam€215
Your child's safety comes first
We've looked after young learners in Dublin for 20 years. Here's how we look after your child.
Vetted adults
Our host families are inspected and Garda-vetted, and all our staff are Garda-vetted.
Supervision
All our activities and excursions are supervised by Atlas staff.
24/7 emergency line
Our emergency line is open day and night. You'll find the number in the welcome letter we send before arrival, and in our app.
Curfews & free time
In their free time, students can spend time in their homestay area with other Atlas Junior students. Curfew is 9:30pm. At weekends, students aged 15 and over may go to the city centre on their own, if their parents give permission.
Airport arrival
Dublin Airport is 30 minutes away. All students must book an airport transfer with us (€100 each way), unless family or friends in Dublin will organise their transfer.
Safe daily transport
Our private bus takes students between their homestay, school and activities every day.
Frequently asked by parents
What age does my child need to be?
Atlas Junior Dublin is for students aged 11 to 17. Students are grouped by age and English level, so lessons and activities suit each group. Students aged 16–20 can also look at our Young Adults Programme.
When does the programme run, and how long can my child stay?
The programme runs from 28 June to 16 August 2027, with arrivals on Mondays. The minimum stay is 2 weeks, and extra weeks can be added.
Which course should I choose?
For a first summer abroad, Junior Fluency (JP20) gives the best balance of lessons and activities. For more English every day, choose Junior Fluency Plus (JP26). If your child is preparing for Cambridge B2 First, choose Fluency Plus Cambridge (JP26FCE). If they care about the planet, choose Fluency Plus Sustainability (JP26SUS). Not sure? Ask us and we'll recommend one.
What are the Discovery Themes?
Our new 2027 syllabus is built around four Discovery Themes: Ireland Uncovered; Future Vision; Music, Media & Pop Culture; and Sport, Health & Wellbeing. Lessons, projects and activities are linked to the themes, and students finish each project with a presentation.
Where will my child live?
Every junior student lives with an experienced host family in a safe, family-friendly area in the south of Dublin. Host families are inspected and Garda-vetted, and students share a room.
Are meals included?
Yes, full board: breakfast and dinner with the host family, plus a packed lunch. Specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, etc.) can be catered for with a supplement of €40 per week.
How does my child get to school?
Our private bus picks students up near their homestay between 8:15 and 9:00 every morning and brings them home after classes and activities.
Does my child need to book an airport transfer?
Yes. All students must book an airport transfer with us (€100 each way), unless family or friends in Dublin will organise their transfer. Dublin Airport is about 30 minutes away.
What happens at weekends?
Every Saturday is a full-day excursion, for example to Glendalough, Kilkenny or Wicklow. Sunday is a free day with the host family, or students can join an optional extra trip (€35), such as Greystones to Bray, the Irish Heritage Centre & Wexford, or Galway.
What can students do in their free time?
In their free time, students can spend time in their homestay area with other Atlas Junior students. Curfew is 9:30pm. At weekends, students aged 15 and over may go to the city centre on their own, if their parents give permission.
How can I contact Atlas in an emergency?
Our emergency line is open 24/7. You'll find the number in the welcome letter we send before arrival, and in our app.
Can my child take a Cambridge exam?
Yes. Students on Fluency Plus Cambridge (JP26FCE) prepare for Cambridge B2 First and can take the exam for an extra €215.
Do you offer group bookings?
Yes. Group prices are available on request, including transfers and a free Group Leader place.
Book a summer they'll remember
Tell us your child's age, dates and course, and we'll send you a personalised quote for Atlas Junior Dublin 2027.
