Will valuables, such as pocket money / phones / ipods be kept safe?

Posted by on Oct 27, 2018

The Coláiste runs a bank for the safe keeping of students’ pocket money. All students are strongly advised to put all their pocket money in the bank on arrival and this money can be withdrawn as necessary on a daily basis. Prohibited items, such as ipods will be collected on the night of arrival and given back on the morning of departure. Coláiste UISCE now allows students to use the texting...

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How much pocket money do we need to bring?

Posted by on Oct 27, 2018

Pocket money is a personal matter. There is a small shop in the Coláiste where students may purchase drinks and crisps. Occasionally students will have an opportunity to visit the local Supermarket where an extensive range of products is available. The Coláiste runs a bank for the safe keeping of students’ pocket money. All students are strongly advised to put all their pocket money in the bank...

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Will my child be covered with insurance while he / she is there?

Posted by on Oct 27, 2018

Students are advised to take out personal insurance before coming on their Gaeltacht course, however, the decision is optional. Coláiste UISCE have arranged a discounted Pupil Personal Accident Insurance 24 hour basis policy with Allianz, covering all hospital, medical and doctors bills should your child be involved in an accident while in Coláiste UISCE. Details of how to avail of this policy...

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How can we travel to/from Uisce?

Posted by on Oct 27, 2018

Private transport is available to students travelling from Dublin, Longford and Ballina. Arrangements are made for those travelling from Cork, Limerick to use public transport as far as Galway where they will meet Coláiste UISCE’s bus. Students will be sent detailed travel information approximately 2 months prior to course start and will also be available on the website at that time. Please...

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