High School Guardianship

If you are sending your son or daughter to an Irish secondary school, all schools will require you to nominate an Irish-based guardian who is responsible for your child and who will act in the best interests of your child for the duration of their stay. Parents who do not have a friend or family member who live in Ireland often turn to the services of a guardianship organisation such as Godsil Education.

As educational guardians, Godsil Education provides support to international students and their families. We provide peace of mind and varying levels of practical support, depending on what each family requires

Plus Boarding Programme

For students attending a boarding school and provides a very comprehensive programme of support.

What's included?

Initial Skype introduction, registration and dedicated professional contact throughout the year
Welcome at the airport by Godsil Education representative
Selecting a dedicated Homestay family to take care of the student during times when the school is closed
Carrying out all police-vetting in relation the appointed to Homestay family and Drivers
One orientation visit to the student during the first month and at least one other visit throughout the year
Regular contact throughout the year, calling and texting to check in with the student
Management of all travel arrangements to and from the school for Boarder Weekends, half-terms, holidays
24/7 phone number for the student and family for any emergency that arises (e.g. travel disruption, medical or school-related issues)

Custom Boarding Programme

A lighter touch programme of support for the more independent student.

What's included?

The nomination of Godsil Education as your educational guardians for the duration of your child’s studies
Access to our office during business hours
Access to our 24/7 phone line for emergency cover
One orientation visit to the student on arrival

Day School Programme

A higher level of support as we work closely with the natural parents and hand in hand with the host family and school on a weekly basis to ensure the student gets the most from their experience.

What's included?

Pre-arrival

Selecting a caring and warm Irish family close to the school and organisation of all police-checks on your behalf
Carrying out all police-vetting in relation the appointed to Homestay family and Drivers
We order and organise all school-books, uniform and sporting equipment and we liaise with the school to make sure you have all you need to start school
We set up an Expense Fund to pay for the inevitable school expenses that arise during your stay
We organise a student travel card, a mobile phone SIM card and a Welcome Pack to give you when you arrive
We Skype you before you arrive to answer any questions before your adventure begins.

Your time in Ireland

Welcome at the airport by Godsil Education representative
Weekly visits in the first four weeks
Monthly visits after the first four weeks
Emergency phone number 24/7
Chaperone for any medical appointments
Attendance at parent-teacher meetings and full reports for parents
Regular reporting to parents throughout your stay
Organisation of transfers during holidays and half-term breaks

Post-programme

We make sure you have the necessary convalidation documents to transition back into school in your home country.
We bring you back to the airport at the end of your stay in Ireland and see you safely through security.