Terms & Conditions

PROGRAMMES: SLS will only be liable to provide groups and / or individuals with the programme agreed in writing with its agent / client.

EXTRAS: Any extras to the programme as set out in the tariff must be requested in writing in advance of arrival in Ireland. If bus tickets are required, a minimum of 2 weeks’ notice is necessary. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased directly from Dublin Bus.

PAYMENT: Payment in full in Euro must reach our account 28 days prior to arrival. Services will only be provided when payment is received.

TARIFFS: All prices are gross unless otherwise stated. SLS reserves the right to alter rates should economic conditions or government increases make this necessary.

BOOKING DEPOSITS: A deposit of €300 per person is required on booking. Bookings must be made in writing and must be accompanied by special requests or other information relevant to the student’s stay. Bookings can only be secured by payment of the above deposit. This will not be refunded if cancellation occurs within 28 days of arrival.

REFUNDS: Cancellations received within 15 to 28 days of the arrival date will receive a refund of 75% of the fees paid. Cancellations received within 8 to 14 days of the arrival date will receive a refund of 50% of the fees paid and within 7days of the arrival date will receive a refund of 25% of the fees paid. Under no circumstances will any course fees be refunded once the student has commenced their contracted course of study.

AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Airport transfers can only be arranged when flight information is received in writing by SLS 10 DAYS prior to arrival. SLS cannot take responsibility for transfers unless this procedure is followed.

IMAGE AND OTHER RIGHTS: You agree to grant SLS Ireland, without the need for prior approval or compensation, to use your name, photograph, video and/or image in any media whatsoever for advertising, promotional or other commercial purposes.

CANCELLATION OF PROGRAMMES: SLS reserves the right to cancel arrangements if the booking conditions are not met. SLS reserves the right to cancel programmes that are not filled.

HOST FAMILY CHANGES: A fee of €150 must be paid if a student insists on moving to a different host family without due cause. This must be paid before moving.

INSURANCE: Before arrival in Ireland, all persons participating in SLS programmes must arrange their own insurance against all expenses that might arise due to accident, illness or loss of luggage, personal effects and money as SLS and host families are not liable in the event of such occurrences.

HEALTH PROBLEMS: SLS must be advised of any health problems or specific dietary requirements of participants at the time of booking.

DAMAGE: Programme participants are liable for any damage caused by them and payment for such damage must be made immediately.