What is the Key Institute ?

The Key Institute has been organising specialist language and equestrian courses to Ireland for teenagers for 20 years.

The Key Institute - Established 1982

Nestled between Knocknarea mountain and Union forest, 2 miles from Sligo city (pop.25,000), on the Atlantic coast of Ireland sits Carrowmore, site of one of the oldest collections of Megalithic tombs and burial chambers, some dating to 3500 B.C. This area is said to be the first site settled by man in Ireland. This beautiful corner of Ireland is not only home to prehistoric tombs but also to Ireland’s foremost Equestrian and English language centre.

.It’s success and popularity among guests and local riders alike is due to its excellent facilities, sympathetic instructors, safe and well trained horses, friendly staff, but mainly to it’s beautiful and diverse riding terrain. From the endless Atlantic beaches for galloping to the mountains and pine forests for gentle hacking, this truly is the horseman’s paradise.

If you like nature, sport and enjoy meeting friendly welcoming people you will love Ireland. This truly is a wonderful place in which to learn English. In Sligo you will discover the charm and famous hospitality of Ireland. It is in this rich and unique environment that the Key Institute has been offering it’s specialist language and horse riding courses for teenagers for the past 20 years.
The Key Institute is the specialist in this field.

Living in a family you will quickly get to know the inhabitants of a country well known for their friendliness. The combination of English language learning, Equitation, evening activities and cultural excursions will surely be a holiday that a teenager will never forget. Living in a foreign family, young people learn about the daily life and cultures of the Irish people and are able to discuss their different with their host family. All the host families are specially chosen by the Key Institute for their friendliness and the comfort of their home, thereby guaranteeing an enjoyable experience for all.

We also offer accomodation in the Key Institute in Carrowmore.We can accomodate 15 students.The accomodation is fully supervised and all the bedrooms are ensuite.We recommend this accomodation for young students,or those who prefer to stay with a group of students.

The key Institute promises you a professional and personal service.

KEY INSTITUTE,
CARROWMORE,
SLIGO,
IRELAND.
Tel : 00-353-87-2304828.
Fax : 00-353-7191-62028

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