MLI International Schools
Official Year in Ireland Partner

MLI International Schools

Over 30 years welcoming international students to Ireland

About MLI International Schools

Founded in 1994, MLI International Schools has been welcoming students from all international cultures and backgrounds to Ireland for over 30 years. Based in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Square in Dublin, MLI offers a wide range of educational programs, from summer courses to full academic year programs.

"Our mission is to offer a high-quality educational experience in a friendly and comfortable environment that will inspire students throughout their journey in life."

30+
Years of experience
200+
Academic students/year
3,000+
Summer students/year
40+
Partner schools
QQI/ACELS Accredited
English Education Ireland
AGPI Founder Member

High School Programme 2026-2027

MLI Classic Programme

MLI chooses location and school based on student profile

Duration Dates Price
Full Academic Year 26 Aug 2026 - 28 May 2027 €12,650
Semester 1 26 Aug 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 €8,340
Semester 2 4 Jan - 28 May 2027 €8,340
Term 1 26 Aug - 18 Dec 2026 €7,535
Term 2 4 Jan - 26 Mar 2027 €6,820

MLI Select Programme

Student chooses location and school from MLI portfolio

Duration Dates Price
Full Academic Year 26 Aug 2026 - 28 May 2027 €13,750
Semester 1 26 Aug 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 €8,885
Semester 2 4 Jan - 28 May 2027 €8,885
Term 1 26 Aug - 18 Dec 2026 €8,085
Term 2 4 Jan - 26 Mar 2027 €7,370

Classic/Select Programmes include:

  • Placement in Irish state school
  • Host family accommodation (shared room) with full board
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Orientation and assistance with uniform/books
  • Local Student Coordinator assistance
  • Parent-teacher meeting attendance
  • 24/7 support
  • Validation of studies

Private Boarding Schools 2026-2027

Prices include school and boarding fee, standard guardianship, 2 transfers and insurance

Featured Boarding Schools

School EU Non-EU
St Columba's College €40,600 €44,000
Clongowes Wood €40,300 €40,300
Alexandra College €35,200 €39,500
King's Hospital €34,700 €35,600
Glenstal Abbey €31,400 €34,400
Blackrock College €29,000 €36,300
Villiers School €28,700 €33,900
Rockwell College €25,800 €28,400
Dundalk Grammar School €23,400 €23,400

Prices include: school fee + boarding + standard guardianship + 2 transfers + insurance

Private Day Schools 2026-2027

Prices include school fee, full board host family, standard guardianship, 2 transfers and insurance

Private Day Schools

School EU Non-EU
Nord Anglia International €39,600 €39,600
Institute of Education €31,000 €33,800
St Gerard's School €23,600 €23,600
St Andrews College €23,400 €23,400
Sandford Park School €22,950 €24,400
Holy Child Killiney €21,800 €21,800
Loreto College Foxrock €20,700 €20,700
Sutton Park School €20,100 €20,100
Newbridge College €19,600 €19,600

Prices include: school fee + full board host family + standard guardianship + 2 transfers + insurance

Summer Programmes 2026

Residential programs at prestigious universities in Dublin and Galway

Dublin City University (DCU)

Dublin - Glasnevin

13 nights
€1,961
Extra night: €108

Dates: 28 Jun - 16 Aug 2026

Ages: 11-18

University College Dublin (UCD)

Dublin - Belfield

13 nights
€1,853
Extra night: €108

Dates: 28 Jun - 16 Aug 2026

Ages: 11-18

Atlantic Technological University (ATU)

Galway

13 nights
€1,693
Extra night: €108

Dates: 28 Jun - 31 Jul 2026

Ages: 11-18

Summer programmes include:

  • 20 lessons (15 hours) English tuition per week
  • Residential apartment-style accommodation (single/twin ensuite rooms)
  • Full board (hot lunch Monday to Sunday)
  • 2 full-day excursions by private bus
  • 4-5 afternoon excursions to the city
  • 6 hours "Skills for Life" with certification
  • Daytime and evening activities
  • On-site sports and workshops

Why choose MLI?

30+ Years of Experience

Since 1994 helping international students achieve their educational dreams in Ireland.

Extensive School Network

Over 40 partner schools throughout Ireland, including the most prestigious boarding schools.

Selected Families

Garda (Police) vetted families, regularly inspected by MLI.

Complete Support

24/7 emergency service, local coordinators and ongoing assistance.

Interested in MLI programmes?

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