The King's Hospital School is a private, co-educational and boarding high school, one of Ireland's longest-established educational institutions, founded in 1669. Providing education on a green campus of approximately 80 acres in Palmerstown, west of Dublin, the school stands out with its strong academic program, modern campus and extensive sports facilities. The school supports academic success with character development, leadership and social responsibility, and prepares its students for Leaving Certificate exams and the world's leading universities.

Education

The school has a single education system. It consists of 3 interconnected periods: Lower Secondary Education Program (Junior Cycle), Transition Year and Senior Cycle.

-Lower Secondary Education Program (3 years): It is the first stage of secondary education and is the program in which basic academic knowledge and skills are gained.
-Transition Year Program (1 year): It is a transition year that aims for students to gain personal development, leadership, social responsibility and work experience.
-Upper. Secondary Education Program (2 years): It is the program in which students prepare for Leaving Certificate exams and university education.

-Total Education Duration: 6 years

-Age Range: 12–18 years

Application Period

-International student applications are accepted throughout the year according to quota status.

-It is recommended to apply early.

Pricing
Program EU Citizen Non-EU
Boarding School €34.700 €35.600


Service Fee
Host Family (Additional Night) €40 / night
Transfer from School to Host Family €50 / one way
Private Nutrition €10 / night


Additional Fees 
-€500 non-refundable application fee.

-€3,000 registration deposit.

-Students' personal expenses, school trips, uniforms and course materials are not included in the fee

Admission Requirements

-Completion of the application form

-Submission of academic documents from recent years

-Passport photocopy

-Online or face-to-face interview if deemed necessary

-Payment of registration deposit after admission

-Legal guardian (Guardian) is mandatory for international students.

-IELTS, TOEFL or IELTS in the official admission conditions of the school. There is no mandatory score requirement for Duolingo.

Social Activities

-Rugby

-Hockey

-Cricket

-Football

-Basketball

-Badminton

-Ten is

-Athletics

-Cross Country

-Swimming

-Rowing

-Music

-Chorus

-Orchestra

-Drama and theater

-Debate

-Chess

-Robotics and STEM clubs

-Community service projects

-Student clubs

 

Accommodation

The King's Hospital School offers its students a safe and modern boarding life on campus. While 24-hour supervision is provided by the experienced boarding life team, students' academic and personal development is supported with regular study hours, pastoral care services and social activities. Boarding houses on campus are designed to enable students to live in a safe and comfortable environment.


-On-campus boarding accommodation

-5 and 7-day boarding options

-24-hour supervision

-Housemaster and Housemistress support

-School nurse

-Common rest areas

-Study rooms

-Dining hall

-Laundry

-Wi-Fi access

-Weekend social events

-Guardian support

The King's Hospital School is located in the Palmerstown area, approximately 8 km from Dublin city center and approximately 20 minutes from Dublin Airport. Palmerstown is an ideal residential area for students with its large green areas and safe and quiet living environment. Thanks to the fact that the city center can be reached in approximately 25 minutes by bus, students can easily benefit from Dublin's museums, shopping malls, cultural events and social life, while also having the advantage of studying in a peaceful educational environment, away from the city crowds. The region's developed public transportation network and location close to Dublin Airport also provide significant convenience for international students.