TY Students Share Their French Exchange Experience

April 17, 2026

Today, three of our Transition Year students who took part in this year’s French Exchange spoke to our third-year French students. They spoke very positively about their time in France, highlighting the cultural insights they gained, the friendships they formed, and the improvement in their language skills.

They also reflected on how the experience helped to build their confidence and resilience. Adjusting to a new environment and navigating a language barrier was challenging at times, but each of them agreed that the experience helped them grow and feel more confident in themselves — and in their French — as they move into Senior Cycle.

A big thank you to Lucy, Amelia, and Rachel for taking the time to share their experiences and encourage others to get involved. The opportunity to submit an expression of interest, along with further details, will be shared next week!