ISE expects students to attend all of their classes. The following rules and procedures are in place to help students make the most of their time at ISE and to ensure compliance with immigration requirements, where applicable.
ISE reserves the right to initiate expulsion procedures in cases of sustained absenteeism, particularly for students with immigration requirements (ISE visa-sponsored students).
Students in Ireland are contacted using the email address provided during the admission/enrolment process. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the school of any changes to their email or postal address. This will also be confirmed during induction as part of the induction checklist and acknowledgement process.
Students subject to immigration (visa sponsorship) requirements must maintain a minimum attendance of 85%, in line with ILEP regulations.
The permitted absence allowance (up to 15%) exists to account for situations such as immigration appointments, illness, exams, essential appointments, and other justified circumstances. However, students must still ensure their overall attendance remains at or above 85%.
ISE keeps a formal record of student attendance and punctuality and is obliged to report poor attendance to Irish Immigration authorities where required.
If a student is absent due to illness, they must notify the Designated Attendance Officer (DAO) by email on the first day of absence:
Email: attendance@iseireland.ie
(If the DAO is unavailable, students must contact the Director of Studies.)
Medical certificates must be submitted immediately upon return. Late medical certificates will not be accepted to justify absences.
All medical certificates submitted are retained on file. Approved leave does not improve a student’s attendance percentage; it only clarifies the reason for absence. Attendance percentage is earned only through physical presence in class.
Attendance issues are addressed through ISE’s Attendance Policy and Procedures (see Student Handbook). Where attendance remains unresolved, ISE may initiate the expulsion process.
Standard Warning Timeline (Typically 5 Weeks)
Steps Involved
The expulsion procedure is normally activated once attendance falls to 50% or below, though final decisions remain at the discretion of the School Director.
Students expelled due to absenteeism are not entitled to refunds, as per the Terms and Conditions.
Persistent unresolved attendance issues or failure to attend formal meetings may lead to expulsion procedures.
Designated Attendance Officer (DAO)
Email: attendance@iseireland.ie
Final decisions regarding suspension, expulsion, and appeals lie with the Director of Studies.
All written communications related to warnings, meetings, suspension, and expulsion are logged and retained. Where required, relevant details may be shared with Irish Immigration authorities.
ISE expects students to attend all of their classes. Regular attendance and punctuality are an integral and essential part of the learning process.
All students are expected to attend 100% of their classes. Regular attendance is required to successfully complete the programme of study. For visa students, GNIB requires a minimum attendance of 85%. Students who fail to meet this requirement will be subject to disciplinary procedures as outlined below.
Attendance is recorded daily and calculated automatically through the CMS.
The College is legally obliged to provide attendance records for visa students to the relevant authorities upon request. Regular or long-term absences must be reported to GNIB in compliance with Irish immigration regulations and ILEP requirements.
In cases of serious illness or death of a close family member, a student may request a course freeze. The student must email the Centre Manager with an explanation and supporting medical documentation. The request will be reviewed by the Centre Manager and the Director of Studies. If approved, the course will be frozen and resumed at a later date.
Students are required by Irish law to maintain a minimum 85% attendance.
Warning Stages
Failure to respond may result in:
If the student responds and commits to daily attendance, they remain registered but are closely monitored. Any further absences will result in immediate expulsion.
Students absent for a full two-week period without explanation will be contacted. Failure to respond will initiate the suspension process.
Expulsion is considered a last resort and may occur if a student fails to comply with attendance, progress, or behavioural policies.
Expulsion is issued by the Centre Manager in consultation with the Director of Studies. Grounds include, but are not limited to:
Students may appeal an expulsion within 48 hours of receiving the expulsion letter, based on valid grounds such as health or family emergencies.
Appeals must be submitted in writing to the Director of Studies, with supporting documentation. ISE reserves the right to approve or reject re-admission requests and may impose additional conditions.
An appeal hearing may be requested. All proceedings are handled confidentially.
All Non-EEA students enrolled on 25-week programmes for visa purposes must complete an end-of-course exam recognised under the ILEP list.
All students must:
Exam Registration and Preparation
Exam Rules and Responsibilities
ISE is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
Students are expected to:
The following behaviour is not tolerated:
Disciplinary action may include warnings, suspension, or expulsion depending on severity.
ISE welcomes feedback and handles complaints professionally and confidentially.
ISE is committed to safeguarding students under the age of 18 in line with the Children First Act 2015.
Safeguarding measures include:
All safeguarding concerns are handled confidentially and in accordance with national guidelines.
ISE is recognized by QQI / ACELS, a service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland, for English Language
Teaching (ELT). ISE is also a member of ELE Ireland (English Language Education). ISE is an authorized
Trinity College London examination centre in Dublin.
