Machaire Rabhartaigh is situated north west of Letterkennyin the Cloich Cheann Fhaola Gaeltacht between Gort a' Choirce and Cnoc Fola. The Machaire – the area of sand dunes and beach, which stretches for some three miles, affords a magnificent view of Inis Bó Finne and Tory Island. Coláiste Mhachaire Rabhartaigh, the Gael Linn summer college is located in the local community centre and national schools. Gael Linn has been associated with this area for over fifty years and during that time the college has become an integral part of this linguistically rich and vibrant community.
Three courses are organised during June, July and August each year. The course in June lasts for two weeks and is designed especially for students aged 11 – 14 years, who are in their 1st or 2nd year of Irish language studies in the North of Ireland. The courses in July and August last for three weeks and are open to students aged between 14 and 18 years. All courses are designed to improve the students’ ability and confidence and thus enable them to communicate with greater fluency in Irish. The courses allow students to use Irish in practical everyday situations.
Students stay with local families and each house has been inspected by representatives of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.
Coláiste Gael Linn Mhachaire Rabhartaigh is also registered with CONCOS, the national federation of summer colleges.
Coláiste Bhun an Inbhir
A – 16.06.24 – 01.07.24 €590
B - 02.07.24 –17.07.24 €590
C – 18.07.24 – 09.08.24 €795
Coláiste Bhun an Inbhir is a Gael Linn summer college located in North West Donegal, 50KM from Letterkenny. The Bun an Inbhir Gaeltacht is blessed with a rich cultural heritage and beautiful beaches and scenery. All courses are designed to improve the students’ ability and confidence and thus enable them to communicate with greater fluency in Irish. A mixture of formal classes and a wide range of activities ensure every student has an opportunity to improve fluency in the Irish language and deepen their awareness of their heritage.
Courses A & B in June/July last for two weeks and are designed especially for students aged 11-14 years. Course C in July/ August lasts for 3 weeks and is open to students aged between 14 and 18 years. There is an optional water sports module in Bun an Inbhir on offer for which an additional fee is charged. Why not try kayaking, body-boarding or surfing under fully qualified supervision?
All formal classes are conducted by fully trained teachers. All other activities are fully supervised by teachers and a cadre of experienced cinnirí. Students stay with local families and each house has been inspected by representatives of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.
Coláiste Gael Linn Bhun an Inbhir is also registered with CONCOS, the national federation of summer colleges.