Italy Study Trip for Irish Teens Halloween Break 2026
A Cultural Exchange Programme by Libera Schola Foundation.
A unique experience to learn, explore, and grow together.
Welcome!
This page contains all the information Irish families need regarding our Halloween 2026 Study Trip to Italy, open to teens ages 13–17, organised by Libera Schola Foundation.
This programme is part of our Ireland–Italy Cultural Exchange, in collaboration with families in County Leitrim hosting Italian students in July 2026. The Italy trip is offered at a significantly reduced rate for these host families as a thank-you for supporting our international exchange.
🌍 Connection to Hosting in Leitrim
Families in Leitrim who host one of our Italian students from 20–24 July 2026 are eligible for a significant discount (approx. 30%) on the Italy trip fee for one of their own children.
- Host 1 Italian teen → 1 Irish teen receives discount
- Host 2 Italian teens → higher discount or a second teen discounted
Hosting period: 20 July (evening) – 24 July (morning)
Locations in the surrounding areas:
Carrick-on-Shannon, Leitrim Village, Drumshanbo, Mohill, Ballinamore, Gorvagh, Fenagh, Drumsna.
Overview of the Halloween Italy Trip
The trip will take place during the Halloween Mid-Term Break 2026.
Key elements:
- Destination: Milan or Rome
(Final city confirmed once flights and group logistics are finalised) - Duration: 4–5 days
- Age group: 13–17
- Language: English (Italian used in simple, fun activities)
- Group size: Small groups to ensure personalised care and attention
- Programme: Cultural visits, guided tours, educational experiences, reflective activities, and supervised free time
- Supervision: 24/7 by trained Libera Schola team leaders
Life Skills
Throughout the trip, each family will be supported on a journey of personal and relational growth.
Beyond language learning, we’ll engage in experiences that nurture awareness, independence, and collaboration between parents and children.
We’ll focus on:
- Daily independence and shared responsibility, even for the youngest participants
- Effective communication and active listening within the family and group
- Teamwork between parents and children
- Time management and shared planning of daily activities
- Empathy, respect, and openness to different cultures and perspectives
Every activity — whether simple or adventurous — becomes an opportunity to grow together, strengthening relationships and emotional skills in a natural and engaging way.
Our study trips can be recognized by schools as part of credit-bearing programs or extracurricular learning pathways. The activities we offer—ranging from language immersion and teamwork to project-based learning and cross-cultural experiences—support the development of key life and career skills. Students may request documentation to present to their schools for potential credit or acknowledgment of their participation and acquired competencies.
Recognized Learning: Credits & Competencies
Date: 20-28 May 2026
Flight, transfers, half-board in a 3-star hotel,
study sessions and excursions included:
1 adult + 1 child: starting from €2,100
1 adult + 2 children: starting from €2,500
2 adults + 1 child: starting from €2,800
Testimonials
Le nostre famiglie raccontano la loro esperienza
“I never imagined even the youngest would join in with such enthusiasm. We all learned something — and it happened naturally, while having fun.”
Marta S
This experience was truly good for us as a family. Away from daily routines, we rediscovered the joy of being together and learning from one another.”
Giovanni R
“He had an intense and meaningful experience, learning through hands-on, engaging activities. He came back more curious, more involved, and with a renewed desire to learn.”
