Introdution to Waterford Academy of Education- Ireland
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2. Who are we?
Waterford Academy of Education is a private school
established as a Limited Company in 2009
Between them, the Directors have over 80 years
experience of education in Ireland
Dr Venie Martin is retired Head of International Affairs at
Waterford Institute of Technology
Mr Ken McCormick is retired Guidance Counsellor and
English Teacher at Newtown School, Waterford
We work in close partnership with EFL Ireland and WIT.
3. Mission of WAE
Our primary aim is to make the educational,
cultural, sporting and environmental
opportunities of Waterford available for
International visitors and students.
We will do this by offering high quality affordable
programmes, especially in English Language
culture and heritage.
4. Location
WAE is located in the city of Waterford, in the
South East of Ireland
Easily accessible by air and sea
Under two hours from Dublin
5. South East Ireland
• Ireland’s nearest point to Europe
• Mildest climate and the most sunshine.
• Surrounded by the Celtic Sea
• It has beautiful mountains,rivers, forests and rich
agricultural valleys
• The environment is green, clean and safe
• It was settled by a series of invaders and therefore
has a diverse cultural heritage.
• The people of the SE region are warm and
hospitable to overseas students
6. Waterford City
Oldest City in Ireland , founded by the Vikings in 914 AD
Fifth largest city in Ireland
Centre for industry and services for the region
Great facilities for education, sport and recreation
A safe and welcoming city. EU “Healthy City” status
Great quality of life – nice places to stay, top
restaurants, lots to do and see.
7. Current WAE Programmes
Pre-University Foundation & English Courses
Junior Summer Programmes in English and recreational
Activities (Hello Ireland)
Junior Summer Themed programmes – English PLUS
environment, drama, TV and Radio or sports
Junior Summer Examination Class
Undergraduate Summer courses – English, culture & heritage
Family Study holidays
8. 3
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Venues for our programmes
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We work in partnership with WIT for
Summer Programmes (1 and 2)
Foundation Programmes , City centre
venue (3).
4 General English classes are offered at
Farronshoneen Community Centre, near
schools and nursery (4).
Most of our students stay in Manor
Village Apartments (5).
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10. WAE guarantee of Quality
All teachers, degree and EFL qualified and experienced
Excellent modern classroom facilities in various venues. Small
classes.
Access to Library and computing facilities
First rate accommodation to suit your needs
An exciting and varied activity programme
Guidance and support in future education
We do all in our power to guarantee your personal safety and
security
11. Contact Details
For Foundation programmes www.wae.ie and e-mail
info@wae.ie
For Summer Programmes www.helloireland.ie and e-
mail helloireland2@gmail.com
WAE acknowledges the support of :-
ACELS, Waterford Chamber of Commerce, Waterford City
Enterprise Board, South Eastern Business Innovation Centre,
Failte Ireland, EFL Ireland and WIT
