Yeaji Lee and Chaeha Kim shared their experience of studying English in Dublin, meeting people from different countries and discovering the city beyond the classroom.
First impressions of Ireland
Moving from South Korea to Dublin brought a mix of excitement and surprise. Yeaji and Chaeha enjoyed the atmosphere of the city and quickly began exploring life outside school.
Studying at ISI Dublin
They highlighted the friendly relationship with their teachers and the importance of feeling comfortable enough to ask questions and explain what they wanted to improve.
They also enjoyed the international environment and the small details that made the school feel welcoming throughout the year.
Life outside the classroom
School activities gave them opportunities to meet people and enjoy Dublin beyond class. They also explored places around the city and coast, including Bray, Dalkey, Howth and Malahide.
For them, studying in Dublin became a combination of English, new friendships and discovering Ireland step by step.