Become a Host Familiy with Dalmac!

We are seeking wonderful families to host our academic students in Dublin Area.

By welcoming a student into your home, you provide them with a nurturing environment to thrive academically and culturally.

If you reside in Dublin and are interested in making a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!

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Dalmac Language School's Host Family Program

Are you interested in a rewarding and enriching experience? By becoming a host family for our academic students, you open your home to a world of cultural exchange and personal growth.

At Dalmac Language School, we believe that learning extends beyond the classroom, and your role as a host family is integral to this mission.

If you are interested, fill out a brief form and our host family support team will contact you.

Much more than just providing a place to stay

Hosting an international student is about sharing your culture, creating lifelong connections, and contributing to a student’s educational journey.

Our students come from diverse backgrounds, eager to immerse themselves in new environments and cultures.

As a host family, you’ll have the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on their lives while gaining fresh perspectives and forming meaningful relationships.

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When, Who and Where to Host

3 to 9 months

Starting at the beginning or the middle of the school year

Secondary School Students

Students will be 14–18 years old

Dublin Area

Dublin 5, Artane, Cabra, Navan, Dublin 7, St. Joseph's Cluny (A96DK13), Rathdown, and Dun Laoghaire

We have been hosting since 1989

Dalmac Language School was established in 1989 and has become renowned as being one of Ireland’s leading specialists in providing English Language courses to the Junior market.

Since inception our mission has been to facilitate a total immersion into Irish family life and culture for our visiting students.

We are looking for new Host Families who want to share our culture and life style with our foreign students.

Benefits

Tax free Income

Amount depending on duration.

Cultural Exchange

Experience the joy of cultural exchange with an international student.

Keep Working

As a host Family you can still work full or part time.

What we offer

  • Deal directly with a Dalmac representative and not with an external party.
  • Prompt payments.
  • Feel supported at all times during your hosting period with our 24/7 contact number.
  • Students travel independently to and from school.
  • A unique cultural experience.
  • Dalmac staff will ensure you have the relevant information required for each student.
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What we expect

  • Make students feel welcome and safe in your home.
  • Treat them as part of the family.
  • Encourage them not to stay in their bedroom for long periods of time and to spend time with your family instead.
  • Mealtimes are family occasions and students should not eat alone.
  • Talk to the students and encourage them to speak English.

Are you interested?

Fill out this form and our host family support team will contact you as soon as possible

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