“My experience in Ireland has been wonderful so far. From fulfilling my dream of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day to making international friends and improving my English, it has been a journey full of learning and joy.”
My Journey to Ireland: A Dream Come True
Hi! My name is Maria Clara Costa, I’m 26 years old and I’m Brazilian. I planned my course to arrive before St. Patrick’s Day because it was my dream to participate in this famous celebration in Ireland.
I arrived in Ireland just a week before St. Patrick’s Day, and that was one of the best choices I made. Seeing everything up close was a dream come true. Luckily, it wasn’t too cold, and I adapted very well in the first week of class.
When I arrived at school, it was beautifully decorated with the St. Patrick’s theme. I entered my first class at the beginning and loved my classmates immediately. Although I understood a lot in the first week, I asked to start from the beginning because I was very insecure.
The interactive way of learning English here is amazing, and I’ve made friends from different nationalities, including students from China, Chile and Mongolia.
Adapting to a New Life
I arrived during winter and adapted to the routine during my first month. By June, I already had many stories to share about my months in Dublin.
After three months, I was already in A1 and felt that every day I could improve a little more. What I like most about ISI is the interactive way of learning English and the diversity of my classmates.
I look forward to sharing more of my adventures and progress.