HSI Blog Squad

A practical New Year toolkit to help exchange students reset, set goals, and build better habits for Term 2 in Ireland.

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

Feeling homesick during your Irish exchange? Discover evidence-based tips to boost wellbeing and feel at home again.

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.

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

Final month in Ireland: exams, day trips, and last school memories from an unforgettable Irish high school study abroad year.

Boost your cultural immersion with these basic Irish phrases and essential language tips for studying abroad in Ireland.

The countdown to CanSat is on! From exciting competitions to music performances and museum visits, I’m making the most of my final weeks in

From CanSat projects to Dublin Castle, January was a whirlwind of innovation, history, and cherished family time.

Celebrate a magical Irish winter with festive traditions, wellness retreats, and memorable moments as an international student abroad.

Discover how my host family in Ireland turned my study abroad experience into a journey of love, belonging, and lifelong memories.

A festive Christmas break in Germany and Ireland, filled with travel, family, and friends, sets the tone for an exciting second term abroad.

Discover tips for building strong bonds, embracing Irish culture, and truly making the most of your host family experience in Ireland.

Exploring three months in Ireland: making friends, celebrating Halloween, school achievements, Dublin adventures, and festive preparations.

From Halloween fun to making lifelong friends, my first term in Ireland as an international student has been nothing short of magical.

Reflecting on my first half term studying abroad in Ireland: balancing school, culture, and new experiences. Excited for the year ahead!

My first month studying in Ireland has been a journey of learning, new friendships, and adjusting to a whole new way of life!