Junior Summer School Handbook

• Never speak to strangers and never accept lifts from them or go anywhere with them. Go everywhere with a friend if you can.

• Do not carry a lot of money or and do not show expensive items in public.

• No fighting or bullying anywhere or at any time.

• No smoking is allowed anywhere or at any time for students under the age of 18. Students under years 18 of age may not buy cigarettes in Ireland. No smoking in school buildings.

• No alcohol is allowed anywhere or at any time. Illegal drug use will not be accepted.

• Do not steal or shop lift.

• Do not play with fire alarms or fire extinguishers.

• Do not damage school or host family property.

• Come to class and do your social activities.

• Please follow the mobile phone policy of your school and/or teacher.

• Wear your lanyard.

• We have strict rules regarding behaviour, lateness, bullying, tolerance and respect of other people and cultures. 

• We also have strict rules about appropriate behaviour on the internet or with digital devices. Any student breaking these rules will usually be expelled from CES and sent home immediately.

• You do not need to carry your passport, but it is a good idea to have a photocopy of it with you at all times.

Health and Safety

Your school has First Aid kits and staff members who are trained in First Aid. First Aid can be provided at school and by many members of our activities team.

Medical Treatment 

Medical treatment in Ireland is not always free, and costs depend on your circumstances and the type of treatment you need. You may have to pay for doctor visits, prescriptions, dental treatment and hospital care.

If You Feel Ill

If you feel ill or need to see a doctor, please speak to your Group Leader. The school will help you get the medical care you need.

If you are ill and want to stay at your host family's home to rest, this may not be possible. If there is no adult available to look after you, you may be asked to come to school and rest there.

If you have a medical emergency outside school hours, contact your Group Leader first, if it is safe to do so. You can also call the school's emergency number listed on the first page.

Emergency Numbers in Ireland

Police / Ambulance / Fire Service: 112 or 999

Call 112 or 999 if someone needs urgent medical help or there is a serious emergency. These calls are free. You can call 112 even if your phone has no credit. You can also make an emergency call from a public payphone without money.

Medical Services in Cork

Pharmacy – Minor Illnesses

If you have a minor illness, such as a cold, sore throat or headache, visit a local pharmacy. A pharmacist can give advice and recommend suitable treatments. For example, you can visit Boots on St Patrick's Street.

Doctor (GP) – Non-Emergency Medical Care

If you feel unwell and need to see a doctor, speak to your Group Leader. They can help you arrange an appointment with a local GP (General Practitioner).

If you need urgent medical advice outside normal GP opening hours, contact the local out-of-hours GP service, SouthDoc, on 0818 355 999.

Emergency Department – Serious Medical Problems

For serious injuries or medical emergencies, go to the Emergency Department at Cork University Hospital (CUH).

Address: Cork University Hospital, Wilton Road, Wilton, Cork, T12 DC4A.

Emergency Department: 021 492 0200.

Important: Always contact your Group Leader or the school before arranging medical treatment, unless it is an emergency. In an emergency, call 112 or 999.

• Be careful when crossing the roads. We drive on the left in Ireland. Always look in both directions before crossing the road. Always use pedestrian crossings.

• Stay in public places where there are plenty of people

• Try to walk with other students if you go out and when you go home

• Walk away from any trouble or problem

• Do not lean out of windows

• Sit downstairs on buses

• Your Phone should be ON at all times when you are not sleeping.

We will ask you, and also your group leaders/teachers, to complete a feedback questionnaire at the end of your stay with us. You can give us feedback at any time, particularly if you have a problem or do not feel comfortable.

If you have a complaint please see our complaints policy and process on our website.