Ireland
A term or a year at an Irish secondary school: four routes across state, private and boarding schools, with a host family or boarding at the school.
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School abroad
For ages 14–18: spend 2–12 months at a local school, with a host family or at boarding school.
2 to 12 monthsAges 14–18Homestay or boardingLocal and 24/7 support
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Compare state school with a host family and full boarding school.
USA
A semester or a year at an American high school: five routes, from the J-1 exchange to a private school of your choice, with a host family or boarding.
Supported at every step
Our standards before and during the placement, see safeguarding
Vetted host families
The school selects host families, checks adults and visits the home.
Local contact
The coordinator supports the school, student and host family.
A prepared return
We help collect reports, subject information and certificates.
Help when needed
Local contacts and EduLeap support, with 24/7 emergency help.
Students who chose EduLeap
Shortened excerpts from Trustpilot reviews and our partners’ testimonials.
4.8/5 from 91 reviews · “Excellent”
Anton, 17
“Sport helped me make friends and settle into school. After ten months, Ireland had become my second home.”
Emanuele, 15
“My English improved through conversations with classmates, teachers and my host family. Knowing I could count on my coordinator’s support made a difference.”
Beatrice, 16
“I arrived four months ago, and I’ll leave as a different, better person.”
Eloisa, 14
“At first, I worried about fitting in, but on my very first day I met a girl who became my best friend.”
How it works
From the first consultation to the final school documents.
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Meet the student
We speak with the family and student, reviewing goals, reports and language level.
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Your options
We compare country, school, duration, accommodation and budget.
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Preparation
We coordinate enrolment, documents, insurance, transfers and visas. Flights are excluded.
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Until you return
We remain available and help collect the final school documents.
Live school abroad
A school year abroad can last 2, 3, 6, 9 or 12 months. Students attend a local school and live with a host family or at boarding school. Language becomes part of lessons, sport, friendships and daily life.
The route starts with the student’s profile. State school with a host family is usually more accessible; boarding offers full board. Main starts are September and January. We recommend 6–9 months’ notice; extensions depend on availability.
Motivation, independence, adaptability and asking for help matter most. We speak with parent and student, review reports and language level, and say clearly if a shorter experience would be a better start.
The home school sets return requirements. Before travel, confirm the subjects and documents needed. The host school issues reports and certificates; we help collect them.
Usually at least B1, but the host school decides. The level is assessed; if it is insufficient, we recommend preparation before departure.
Students take subjects available for their age, year and timetable. At some schools they can follow GCSE or A-level courses. At the end, they normally receive reports or a transcript and a certificate of attendance.
We consider studies, language, personality and interests. The school vets the family and visits the home. Matching usually arrives 4–8 weeks before travel; preferences cannot be guaranteed.
The coordinator listens to everyone and tries to resolve the issue. If needed, a move is arranged subject to availability. Timing and costs depend on the case; changing school is not normally possible.
Cost varies by country, school, duration and accommodation. Your quote lists school, stay, support, transfers, documents and included services. Insurance is optional, but included on J-1 programmes. Flights are separate.
Ideally 6–9 months ahead, especially for September or January. Later applications may be considered if places remain.
Usually, during school holidays. Dates and visits must be agreed with the school, host family and coordinator; normal attendance rules apply during term.
Depending on destination, choose 2, 3, 6, 9 or 12 months. Extensions depend on school, accommodation and programme. Students are usually aged 14–18: the exact range depends on the country and programme. Turning 18 during the stay does not end it.
It depends on nationality, destination, school and duration. EduLeap or the school guides the process; US programmes normally use J-1, with F-1 where more suitable. Government fees are included only if stated.
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