HSI Blog Squad

What is Seachtain na Gaeilge like in Irish schools? A practical guide for exchange students ready to try a cúpla focal.

Online safety advice for high school exchange students in Ireland. Practical guidance for staying connected and sensible.

Music, drama and debating are part of everyday life in Irish schools and help exchange students get more from their time abroad.

February mid-term is ideal for short city breaks in Ireland. Practical travel ideas and student-friendly tips.

How Irish schools mark St Brigid’s Day and why spring traditions feel different when you are studying abroad in Ireland.

How Irish host families are matched, what daily life looks like, and how students are supported from day one.

Simple, realistic ways to protect your mood during an Irish winter abroad, without pretending it is always easy.

Planning a January start in Ireland? Learn how mid-year high school placements work and who they suit best.

It’s nearly Christmas - but what happens if you’re an exchange student in Ireland? Here’s how holiday stays and travel home really work.

Learn how HSI keeps every student safe, supported and thriving while studying abroad in Ireland.

Experience Halloween where it began! Discover Irish traditions, mid-term fun and safety tips for exchange students.

Ireland’s buses, trains, and student Leap Card make travel safe, easy, and affordable for high school exchange students.

Only a few September 2025 places remain for high school exchange in Ireland. Here's why it's worth acting fast.

Studying abroad in Ireland? HSI supports students every step of the way — with real people, in real places.

Here’s why teens love studying in Ireland: supportive schools, inclusive sports, and breathtaking scenery — all in one amazing year.

Heard it rains every day? That it’s too late to apply? Let’s debunk 7 common myths about studying abroad in Ireland.

It’s not too late to plan your Irish exchange! HSI still has places available for September — but you need to act now.

Make the most of your final days in Ireland with these meaningful ways to reflect, connect, and say goodbye.

Smart study tips to help international students in Ireland succeed in the Leaving Cert and stay balanced under pressure.

Demystifying the Irish Leaving Certificate: structure, purpose, and university implications for international students.