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Description
We live on the scenic West coast of Ireland - between the towns of Newport & Westport in County Mayo. We live with 3 dogs & 3 cats in a large house in the country, surrounded by fields & 70 metres from the sea. It is a very beautiful, quiet and safe place for children to grow up in.
I run a very small English Language school (11-15 students at a time). The students range in age from 9-16 years old. They stay with us in our house, I provide formal language lessons during the morning and then organise for sporting / cultural / historical activities for them during the afternoons. They stay with us for a 2 week period.
It's a home from home for the students, many of whom are "repeats" and all of whom are recommended by friends or family as I don't advertise anywhere.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Pratique d’une langue
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Projets impliquant des enfants
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Aide
This would be 2 weeks' volunteer work. Mainly "domestic" - hanging out washing, washing up, generally helping to keep the house in order whilst it's full of teenage kids! Basic food preparation, hanging out with the students.
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: IntermédiaireCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Teaching English is my profession
Hébergement
Either a room in the house (sole occupant) or in a caravan adjacent to the house.
Autres infos...
This is an idyllic spot for foreign visitors as it is the West of Ireland at its most beautiful - right on the sea and surrounded by fields. 15 minutes away from Westport - voted the "Best Place to live in Ireland" - full of culture, music, night life, nature, history, adventure sports, outdoor activities... Any hobbies can be fulfilled!
The volunteer would be able to partake in a number of activities that I arrange for students and would be surrounded by English language learning activities.
I would be able to collect and deliver the volunteer from Dublin airport direct to our home on the dates above.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Espace pour garer des vans
Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Un
Nombre d'heures attendues
4/5 hours max sporadically during the day. 5 days a week
N° de référence hôte : 935112935177
Feedback (12)
29 janv. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Conall)
Conall has worked for me for the last 3 summers in my Language School. He has been responsible for teaching TEFL to the foreign students here. Their age range is from 9 years old to 17 years old. He has shown remarkable patience and kindness to the younger students or those struggling with grammatical concepts. He brings humour to the lessons,… read more
(Excellent
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9 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Carolin) pour l'hôte
Kate made my first workaway experience unforgettable! She made me feel very welcome at her place. The work is easy and can be done in the morning and evening so you have plenty of time during the day. I could use her bike to get around which was really nice because the Great Western Greenway is close to her place. Her dogs and cats are so lovely… read more
6 juil. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Carolin)
It was a pleasure to have Carolin in the house! She was constantly cheerful and enthusiastic - super efficient with excellent English - exactly what's needed!! I could whole heartedly recommend her :) :)
(Excellent
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12 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jülide)
I can't believe it's been almost a year since Julie was here and I NEVER posted feedback.... Of all the workawayers I've had she deserves it the most!!! 100% recommend Julie - in any role that she might turn her hand to, she will excel - she's quick witted, quick to learn, positive, enthusiastic, endlessly patient and good humoured - essential… read more
(Excellent
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31 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Jülide) pour l'hôte
I absolutely loved staying with Kate! She is very kind-hearted, intelligent and funny, and made me feel at home right away. Her home is really beautiful and I had the pleasure of spending time with her two sons, who were just delightful and so very funny. The location of the house is incredible and because the work is very light and sporadic,… read more
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29 janv. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Conall)
Conall has worked for me for the last 3 summers in my Language School. He has been responsible for teaching TEFL to the foreign students here. Their age range is from 9 years old to 17 years old. He has shown remarkable patience and kindness to the younger students or those struggling with grammatical concepts. He brings humour to the lessons,… read more
(Excellent
)
9 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Carolin) pour l'hôte
Kate made my first workaway experience unforgettable! She made me feel very welcome at her place. The work is easy and can be done in the morning and evening so you have plenty of time during the day. I could use her bike to get around which was really nice because the Great Western Greenway is close to her place. Her dogs and cats are so lovely… read more
6 juil. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Carolin)
It was a pleasure to have Carolin in the house! She was constantly cheerful and enthusiastic - super efficient with excellent English - exactly what's needed!! I could whole heartedly recommend her :) :)
(Excellent
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12 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jülide)
I can't believe it's been almost a year since Julie was here and I NEVER posted feedback.... Of all the workawayers I've had she deserves it the most!!! 100% recommend Julie - in any role that she might turn her hand to, she will excel - she's quick witted, quick to learn, positive, enthusiastic, endlessly patient and good humoured - essential… read more
(Excellent
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31 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Jülide) pour l'hôte
I absolutely loved staying with Kate! She is very kind-hearted, intelligent and funny, and made me feel at home right away. Her home is really beautiful and I had the pleasure of spending time with her two sons, who were just delightful and so very funny. The location of the house is incredible and because the work is very light and sporadic,… read more
23 mai 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Laura) pour l'hôte
Kate made my first workaway an unforgettable experience. She and her lovely family were really kind and patient with me. Being with the students was really funny and I enjoyed taking a walk around the fields and the beach nearby the place. I was very happy there.
Thank you very much for everything Kate!
Thank you very much for everything Kate!
18 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Laura)
Laura was with us for 2 weeks and was a JOY to have in the house - always cheerful and calm. Showed initiative and patience and was always keen to be involved in everything going on. The kids loved her too. Although she's only 18, she was mature and sensible, with perfect English - I'd thoroughly recommend her! :) :)
(Excellent
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26 sept. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Annabelle) pour l'hôte
Late message but.....I still remember fondly my stay with Kate :) I felt welcomed the second I stepped inside the house by Kate and her family ! The work is really easy and leave you with lots of free time to enjoy the amazing environment you'd be living in ! Kate is very easy to get on with and makes you feel at home : Would love to come back… read more
7 juil. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Annabelle)
Annabelle was a star! Calm, intelligent, with fluent English, always amenable - a perfect steady help. I trusted her enough to leave her minding my 12 year old for 3 days after the end of the programme and he adored her. I'd have Annabelle back in the house in a minute!
(Excellent
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22 sept. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Valeria)
We LOVED having Valeria with us! Her calm and smiling presence was invaluable. Nothing phased her, she remained positive and charming. Her English was impeccable and her interest in the place / family / countryside / activities was really heartening and refreshing. I really valued her support and would highly recommend her! :) :)
(Excellent
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6 août 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Valeria) pour l'hôte
Kate is amazing!
I can't thank her enough for the wonderful two weeks I've spent in her school. This was my first experience as a workawayer and I couldn't be luckier! The house and the surroundings are absolutely stunning and so is Kate's family. I hope I will meet them again soon. Kate was very accomodating and patient in explaining me what… read more
I can't thank her enough for the wonderful two weeks I've spent in her school. This was my first experience as a workawayer and I couldn't be luckier! The house and the surroundings are absolutely stunning and so is Kate's family. I hope I will meet them again soon. Kate was very accomodating and patient in explaining me what… read more
13 juil. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Bronwen) pour l'hôte
My stay with Kate and her family was delightful! We were invited to join in with the extra curricular actives run for the students. Taking sweet Yasha out for a walk most days was definitely a highlight of the stay and sharing the warm kitchen with the cats. The work was agreed upon arrival and was more than fair. :)
I shall look forward to… read more
I shall look forward to… read more
7 juil. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Bronwen)
We loved having Bronwen here! She was always cheerful, even with a dose of a cold... She went above and beyond what was asked of her, using her own initiative and calm patience. She'd be welcome back any time :) :)
(Excellent
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2 mai 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Louise)
Louise was a delight to have in the house - very courteous, cheerful, interested and diligent - her natural intelligence and manners made her very easy to have as a workawayer and she'd be welcome any time. The students loved her too!
(Excellent
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29 sept. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Fee)
Fee was a big help with us this summer! She was vigilant and thorough and blended excellently with all my students. She was always positive and energetic. The best of luck with your studies and travels Fee!! :)
(Très bien
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31 août 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Fee) pour l'hôte
Thank you Kate for these amazing two weeks!
I can only recommend you and your language school to all the other workaways. It has everything, that made my first workaway experience perfect - nice and welcoming family and students, a wonderful house with a great view and close to the sea, a variety of activities in the afternoon for example… read more
I can only recommend you and your language school to all the other workaways. It has everything, that made my first workaway experience perfect - nice and welcoming family and students, a wonderful house with a great view and close to the sea, a variety of activities in the afternoon for example… read more
9 sept. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Róisín)
Róisín has worked for me for 3 summers now. This past summer for 8 weeks as a qualified TEFL teacher.
I can wholeheartedly recommend her - her patience and commitment were excellent, the students loved her! Some have re-booked with me just to be with her again, which is the highest praise.
Apart from teaching, her role in previous summers… read more
I can wholeheartedly recommend her - her patience and commitment were excellent, the students loved her! Some have re-booked with me just to be with her again, which is the highest praise.
Apart from teaching, her role in previous summers… read more
(Excellent
)
8 juil. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Alissa ) pour l'hôte
Kate was such a great host! Her and her family were warm and inviting, I felt at home from the minute I got there! I had so much fun getting to know Kate and her amazing family! I was always welcomed to take part in any activity which I took full advantage of! There was always something fun planned!
The area the house is in was beautiful. You… read more
The area the house is in was beautiful. You… read more
7 juil. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alissa )
Alissa was a real asset to the house. She systematically got on with her routine with no need for reminders or encouragement. She was always cheerful and efficient. She hung out with the kids and joined in on activities and was generally fun and appreciative. We were very happy to have her with us and she'd be welcome any time :)
(Excellent
)
30 juin 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Chelsie) pour l'hôte
My time with Kate and her family will never be forgotten. This was the PERFECT place for my first workaway. The work is more than fair, and the scenery around their home is breath taking. I instantly felt comfortable and felt as if I had known them for years. It's also great having all the dogs and cats around...they made me miss my pets a little… read more
14 juin 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Chelsie)
Chelsie was a delight to have in the house - she is super positive, smiley and enthusiastic and always willing to help. Her cooking is spectacular!! She was very keen to be completely involved in family life and sample everything on offer here. She's welcome back any time xx
(Excellent
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22 sept. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Verena) pour l'hôte
I spent two weeks witt Kate, her two sons and a group of international students. Very interesting fortnight. She lives in a beautiful house in a breathtaking part of Mayo, you can feel and breath all the peaceful energy everywhere. Kate is a funny and very generous woman, who is looking after your wellfare despite all the things that she has to… read more
14 sept. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Verena)
It was lovely to have Verena in the house - she was super vigilant and thorough, charming & respectful. Her English was totally fluent but more than that, her understanding of what was required and when was intuitive - sooo good at the end of a long summer. I thoroughly recommend her!
(Excellent
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9 août 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (David) pour l'hôte
Wow! What an amazing first workaway experience. Kate, Declan and their family were so extremely welcoming and accommodating, they instantly made me feel at home in one of the most stunningly beautiful places in Ireland. Kate was extremely helpful in planning and arranging my workaway experience and also very understanding and accommodating with me… read more
10 juil. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Valentina)
Valentina was a lovely person to have in the house - always cheerful and positive. She smiled ALL the time!! The students loved her & she'll be welcome back here any time :) :)
(Excellent
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27 juin 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Baptiste) pour l'hôte
I had a wonderful time here with Kate family and students !
Kate was very nice, friendly and welcoming. The home and the place were great with a beautiful countryside !
I did a lot of activities and improved my english thanks Kate.
The work was not hard and I had a lot of free time.
Thank you for everything, it was a awesome experience !
Kate was very nice, friendly and welcoming. The home and the place were great with a beautiful countryside !
I did a lot of activities and improved my english thanks Kate.
The work was not hard and I had a lot of free time.
Thank you for everything, it was a awesome experience !
27 juin 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Baptiste)
Couldn't praise Baptiste highly enough! He was helpful, intelligent, funny, respectful, courteous. Intuitively knew what needed to be done before having to be asked which is a JOY. He totally integrated himself with the group so that students were clammering for him to join them on trips. We were really sad to say goodbye at the end of his session.
(Excellent
)
22 mai 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lea-Malena)
We loved having Lea here - she was positive, enthusiastic and helpful. She used her initiative and her English was excellent - it was very easy to have her in the house & she felt like one of the family within 24 hours!
(Excellent
)
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