Marino

Institute of
Education
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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Location
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The Marino Institute of Education Residence is

ideally located, combining the convenience of
proximity to the city centre and Dublin airport with
the peaceful, beautifully landscaped and spacious
grounds of the college campus. Students wishing to
explore Dublin can avail themselves of the regular
and convenient bus service, No 123, which operates
from outside the Institute gates on Griffith Avenue
right into the heart of the city in approximately
10 minutes.
From Dublin Airport to the Residence
The Marino Institute of Education is less than 9KM from Dublin
International Airport and transfers to and from the airport
take approximately 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Unless
accompanied by an adult, students under 18 must book and
pay for transfers on arrival and departure.
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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Marino Campus
The campus at Marino Institute of Education consists of
beautiful, classically designed and modern buildings,
including the student residences, which provide
accommodation for over 300 students. Facilities include
spacious classrooms and seminar rooms, extensive playing
fields, a modern, well-equipped sports hall and a spacious
dining area and student canteen.

The grounds and gardens are beautifully landscaped

providing an ideal learning environment for both adult and
junior students. Visitors to Marino will enjoy and appreciate
the quietness and the sense of tranquillity that the grounds
and gardens offer.
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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Accommodation
Accommodation on Campus
Marino Student Residence can accommodate over
300 students in three-, four-, and five-bedroom,
modern self-catering apartments. The facilities of
the residence include:

Single Bedrooms with en-suite toilet/ shower

Study facilities in each bedroom
Fully-fitted kitchens to a very high standard
Free WiFi available in each study bedroom
Secure key card access to each apartment
Centralised heating system
On-campus laundry facilities
An onsite Restaurant & Coffee shop
A gated complex with on-site security and CCTV
throughout
Landscaped Courtyards
24-hour supervision by our Residential Managers Marino Student Accommodation is located close to all necessary
and Supervisors amenities including a supermarket, shops, restaurants, and
pharmacy/chemist. Dublin city centre is a short bus-ride from
Self-Catering facilities available for adult students
the campus.
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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Facilities on Campus
Restaurant Laundry Facilities & Linen
A large modern on-site, self-service restaurant offers students a Students can use the on-site laundry facilities and
variety of hot and cold meals served daily. Junior students on a all machines are card operated costing
full‑board basis will be given breakfast, hot lunch and dinner daily. approximately €5 for a wash and dry. Washing
Packed lunches are available at the weekends on request. Adult detergents are not included but can be purchased in
students can choose a full‑board option at an additional cost. the local supermarkets/shops.

The restaurant is self-service and provides a range of excellent Linen and towels are provided for students and are
options and choices for students. Students will receive a timetable changed on a weekly basis.
for their breakfast, lunch and dinner on arrival.

We can cater for students with special dietary requirements once

Sports and Recreational Facilities
they inform us at the time of booking. on Campus
The Marino Campus provides excellent facilities for
The Sample Daily Menu follows: students for their activities after class.
These facilities include:
Day 1 Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Orange /Apple Juice Traditional Pasta Beef Stroganoff a spacious indoor gymnasium
White/Brown Toast Bolognese Vegetable Pasta Bake
Selection of Cereals BBQ Ribs served with Selection of Vegetables extensive playing fields for outdoor sports and games
Selection of Jams Home Fries Selection of Salads
and Butter Assorted Cold Selection of Bread Rolls student common rooms for recreation and activities
Selection of Pastries Meat Platter Selection of Yoghurts
Fresh Fruits Selection of Salads landscaped courtyards and grounds
Tea/Coffee Selection of Bread Rolls
TV showing daily movies
Day 2 Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Orange /Apple Juice Home-made Hamburger Pan Fried Pork Escalope wi-fi access throughout the campus
White/Brown Toast with French Fries Fillet of Plaice served
Selection of Cereals Fusilli Pasta with with tartare sauce
fully serviced cafe
Selection of Jams and Tomato Sauce Selection of Vegetables
Butter Assorted Cold Selection of Salads
Selection of Pastries Meat Platter Selection of Bread rolls
Fresh Fruits Selection of Salads Ice-cream
Tea/Coffee Selection of Bread Rolls

Packed Lunch available on request at weekends.

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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Junior Programmes (11‑17)

Junior Summer Residential
Programmes (June - August)
Summer courses for juniors at the Emerald Cultural
Institute are lively and enjoyable combining expert
English language tuition with a daily programme
of fun and interesting activities. Our Multi-
Activity programme includes an English language
programme and a full range of extra curricular
activities and cultural visits.
Mini-Stay Residential Programmes
(September-May)
Our Mini-Stay Programme is offered from September to May and
is designed for school groups or closed groups of young students
aged between 11 and 17. The programme combines expert language
tuition with an optional programme of interesting and lively extra
curricular activities suitable for this age group. This option is
subject to availability.

Summer Programmes
Course Course Code Age Morning Programme Afternoon Programme Period
Multi-activity SUM1 11-17 English Programme Full programme of activities, sports, June, July, August
and excursions
Intensive Course SUM 7 14-17 English Programme Additional English Lessons July

Winter Programmes
Course Course Code Age Morning Programme Afternoon Programme Period
Mini-stay Programme WIN2 11-17 English Programme Optional programme of activities September – May
(closed group) and excursions
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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education

Sample Junior Multi-Activity Programme Residence

Week 1 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

8.00-9.00 Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast
9.00-10.30 Level Test, verbal English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson:
orientation + meet Grammar & the Grammar & the Grammar & the Grammar & the FREE DAY
& greet with centre use of English use of English use of English use of English
staff
10.30 - 10.45 Break Break Break Break Break
10.45 - 12.15 English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: 1 x Full
Listening & Fluency Listening & Listening & Listening & Listening & Day Trip:
Fluency Fluency Fluency Fluency Visit to
Malahide &
12.15 - 13.15 ARRIVAL Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Howth
13.15 - 17.00 Arts & Crafts Emerald Chat
Zone
City Centre Visit to GAA Visit to Dublin
Orientation Museum Castle
Sport/Film Drama

17.00 - 18.00 Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time /
Homework Homework Homework Homework Homework

18.00 -19.00 Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner
Evening Welcome / Treasure Hunt Irish Music Karaoke African Disco Movie Night Challenge /
Icebreaker Drumming Games Night

Week 2 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

8.00-9.00 Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast
9.00-10.30 English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson:
Grammar & the use Grammar & the Grammar & the Grammar & the Grammar & the
of English use of English use of English use of English use of English
10.30 - 10.45 Break Break Break Break Break
10.45 - 12.15 English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson: English Lesson:
Listening & Fluency Listening & Listening & Listening & Listening &
Fluency Fluency Fluency Fluency
1 x Full
12.15 - 13.15 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Day Trip:
Visit to DEPARTURE
13.15 - 17.00 Gaelic Sports Visit to Dun Poster Visit to National Bray &
Laoghaire village Competition Gallery Wicklow
& harbour Gaol
Hip Hop Emerald Chat Final Party
Zone

17.00 - 18.00 Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time / Relaxation Time /
Homework Homework Homework Homework Homework

18.00 -19.00 Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

Evening Table Quiz Harry Potter Sports / Talent Show Disco Movie Night Challenge /
Evening Olympics Games Night

In-School activities include: Drama, Arts and Crafts, Hip-Hop Dancing, Salsa Dancing, Irish Dancing,
English Language Movies, Table Quiz and Treasure Hunts.

Sports include: Badminton, Volleyball, Football, Basketball, Table-tennis, Baseball.

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Emerald Cultural Institute – Marino Institute of Education
General and Practical Information
Medical Information:
All students studying in Ireland should obtain
appropriate medical insurance in their own country
before departure. Students travelling from EU countries
should bring their European Health Insurance with
them. Non-EU students should bring a copy of their
insurance policy with them when travelling.
Our on-site team will be happy to assist with
making the arrangements for students who require
medical attention. Students should cover the cost of
transport if required for any medical visits.
Fairview Medical Centre, 01-816 6152
Beaumont Hospital, 01-809 3000
Out of Hours Doctor service
available on D-Doc 1850 224477
Local chemist/pharmacy,
Phillipsburgh Avenue (5 min. walk)
Dentist - Fairview Dental Clinic, 01 - 833 8985
Deposits and Damages:
A deposit of €50 is charged to all students and is
payable on arrival. The deposit will be refunded
provided that no damage has been caused. In the
event that a student causes damage to property we
will deduct the cost of the damages from the total
amount. The Institute reserves the right to recover
the cost for exceptional cleaning.
Smoking/Alcohol/Illegal
Substances:
Smoking is prohibited in all apartments and
campus buildings. Students caught smoking in the
apartments or campus buildings can be subject
to expulsion as they have breached the fire safety
regulations of the campus.
Health and Safety:
As part of their welcome orientation students and
group leaders are required to attend a briefing
on the Safety regulations. The briefing includes
an introduction to life on the campus, security of
personal property and fire safety. Because of the
importance of fire safety attendance is compulsory.
Group leaders and students will also receive details
of First Aid procedures, which they should follow in
the event of an accident.
Key Cards:
Electronic Key cards are provided to each student and these cards
will be required to access their apartments. Students will be
charged for the replacement of lost or broken keys.
Emerald Student Identity Card:
All students are issued with an Emerald Cultural Institute student
ID card on their arrival. Students should carry their student ID with
them at all times and may be asked to produce the card by the
security or residential staff.
Safety:
We advise all students not to carry large amounts of cash, ID or
travel documents on their person during their stay. Students are
advised to store valuables, passports or ID s in the safe provided
on campus.
Student Supervision:
Our team of residential managers/supervisors and our Activity
leaders are there to provide the highest level of service to our
students during their stay. Our students’ welfare is a priority on all
our programmes and our staff are there to ensure that students
enjoy every aspect of their stay with us.
In their orientation students meet the staff that will assist them
during their stay and accompany them on their activities.
Security and Assistance on Campus:
Security personnel monitor the campus on a 24-hour basis. During
office hours students and group leaders can go to the Emerald
Cultural Institute office and our Centre Manager or residential
team will be happy to assist you. Between the hours of 11PM and
8AM students/ group leaders can call our 24-hour number and our
night-time supervisors will be able to help.
Cleaning:
Apartments have one full clean with change of linen and one
mini-clean per week. Apartments are fully serviced between
occupancies. The cleaning staff collect rubbish regularly during
the week.
Discipline and Breach of Conduct:
If students’ behaviour or conduct is unsatisfactory or in breach
of the school regulations, they will be subject to the School’s
disciplinary procedures. A serious breach of conduct may result
in expulsion.
Contact
Marino Institute Of Education
Griffith Avenue,
Dublin 9,
Ireland.

T: +353-1-4973361
F: +353-1-4975008
24-hour emergency no: +353-(0)86-8112047

Email: emerald@eci.ie

Emerald Cultural Institute

10 Palmerston Park
Rathgar, Dublin 6, Ireland

t +353 1 4973361
f +353 1 4975008
e emerald@eci.ie
www.eci.ie