Our story so far…
Equinox Education Services Ltd was founded by Managing Director Noel Doyle who has been involved in international education and cultural exchange for over 25 years, promoting Ireland as study destination to a variety of clients worldwide.
History of Equinox Education Services.
2005
- Equinox Education Services Established
2006
- Welcomed the first short term students to Ireland
2007
- Welcomed the first long term students to Ireland to study at Irish Secondary school
2008
- Welcomed first long term University students to Ireland
2009
- Official Partnership with ISES JAPAN
2010
- Expanding partnership network
2011
- Welcomed first Japanese group to Ireland
- Choral Programmes for Japanese & Irish Choirs
- Started promoting international High Schools, Colleges & universities in the Japanese market place.
2012
- First Tailor-Made Programmess in Carlow & Kilkenny to welcome Japanese students
- Christmas Programmes in Rovaniemi (Finland) for Elementary Kids
2013
- Welcomed several long-term students
- First University Exchange Programmes between Konan’s
- Women University and DCU
- Successfully represented 20 selected educational institutions worldwide.
2014
- Continued to represent top-class educational institutions
- 5 school group exchange Programmes developed and delivered
2015
- Celebrated our 10th anniversary.
- Art exchange Programmes for kids between 8-15 from Japan & Ireland Start of Equinox Academic Institute
- Launched first Equinox Summer Camp
- Changed to company status
2016
- 9 school group exchange Programmes developed and delivered
- Official Partner with MyStudy in Malaysia for Secondary
- School students
- Welcomed over 300 students to Ireland
- Summer camps in 3 locations
- Launched special 4-8 week school immersion
- Programmes in Callan and Thurles
- Recognized by ICEF
2017
- Launched Equinox Study Abroad Directory
- Opened second office at Carlow Gateway Business Centre
- Increased full time staff to 5 with 20 part time seasonal workers
- 12 school group exchange Programmes developed and delivered
- Launched Equinox Study & Cultural Guide to Ireland
- Facilitated the first Japanese High School & St. Brigid’s College sister-school Programmes
2018
- Launched 2nd Equinox Study Abroad Directory
- Increased part-time staff to 35 seasonal workers
- 14 school group exchange Programmes developed and delivered
- Won 2018 “Excellence in Enterprise Award” form National Enterprise Awards
- Successfully run 4 Summer centres
- New partnerships with Romania
- Won 2018 Award for Marketing from Carlow Chamber of Commerce
2019
- Increased part-time staff to 55 seasonal workers
- 17 school group exchange Programmes developed and delivered
- Won 2019 “Best Export Business” form National Enterprise Awards
- Successfully run 5 Summer centres
- New Partnerships in Italy and Germany
- Equinox Scholarship covered Two Irish students to travel to Japan and experience life at Japanese High School.
2020
- Celebrating 15 Years in Business
- Celebrated our 75th Tailor-Made Programme
- 18 school group programmes in Ireland planned for 2020
- Won 2020 the “Cathaoirleach’s Award for Contribution to Local Economy” at the National Enterprise Awards final in Carlow
- Won “Leading Provider of Educational and Cultural Programmes 2020” from Irish Enterprise Awards 2020
- Joined ILSG Ireland – Independent Language School Group Ireland.
- Welcomed 22 students for our AYP (Academic Year Program) which was our best yearly number so far.
- 24+ Official partners worldwide.
2021
- Launch of “ Worldclass 360 “ . Equinox new on-line interactive platform to deliver programs in the area of soft skills in association with ISES JAPAN and CIELS.
- Launched new Equinox Web Site equinoxlearnabroad.com
- Won “Best Tailor-Made Educational Program Provider 2021” from Irish Enterprise Awards 2021
- Became recognised member of MEI Ireland
2022
- Celebrating 17 Years in Business
- Celebrated our 80thTailor-Made Programme
- Relaunch of Carlow & Athy Summer centres after Covid
- Welcomed 35 students for our AYP (Academic Year Program)
- 35+ Official partners worldwide.
2023
- Celebrating 18 Years in Business
- Celebrated our 95th Tailor-Made Programme
- Recognized as an official Cambridge Prep Centre
- Held official Cambridge Exams in Carlow in association with CES
- Launch of Equinox’s “ Limited Guardianship Program” with Griffith College
- Launch of our new “ Immersion Plus “ program in Thurles ( Summer 2024)
- Welcomed 52 students for our AYP (Academic Year Program)
- 50+ Official partners worldwide.
2024
- Celebrating 19 Years in Business
- Celebrated over 100+ Tailor-Made Programmes
- Held official Cambridge Exams in Carlow in association with CES ( 90+ Students)
- Launch of our new “ Immersion Plus “ program in Thurles ( Summer 2024)
- Welcomed 55 students for our AYP (Academic Year Program)
- Consolidating Limited Guardianship Program with Griffith College
- 75+ Official partners worldwide.
2025
- Celebrating 20th Anniversary
- Special Company trip to celebrate 20 years in business
- 10 Tailor-Made Programmes added in 2025
- Official Cambridge Exams in Carlow in association with CES ( 90+ Students)
- Largest Junior Summer camp to date with 260 students
- Welcomed 78 students for our AYP (Academic Year Program)
- Launched new Brochure for 2026-27
- Launched Equinox’s Erasmus+ Program on Sustainability and Biodiversity
- Updating the website
2026
- Accredited by Quality English
- Trinity College Workshop and IBM Guest Speaker
- Japanese Embassy Visit
- 20 new global partnerships
- Working with fifteen secondary schools across the country
- Launching our first primary school student intake
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''Equinox provided an unforgettable experience. The cultural immersion and language improvement were beyond my expectations.''
Maria, Spain
“Our partnership with Equinox has been exceptional. Their professionalism and dedication to student success are unmatched.”
Global Education Partner
“I write this review as the Director of Speak and Go Idiomas, and I fully recommend their services. We have been working with them for several years.
Equinox is an outstanding partner when it comes to organising language immersion programmes in Ireland. Their team is extremely professional, attentive, and truly cares about each student’s well-being.
The host families are carefully selected, the schools are well-coordinated, and the communication is always clear and timely. Our students consistently return with positive experiences, improved language skills, and greater cultural awareness.''
Director of Speak and Go Idiomas
“I felt at home in Ireland thanks to Equinox. The host family and educational support made my stay enriching and enjoyable.”
Tom, Germany
“Equinox Education Services is a very professional, reliable, and trustworthy company. As a consultant for European-funded programmes, I have been working with them for several years, sending students to participate in various educational programmes.
Working with Equinox feels like working with a family-run organisation—there is great attention to detail, and the entire team is incredibly helpful and highly professional. The host families are always kind and welcoming, creating a safe and comfortable environment for our students.
As the manager of my own organisation, I truly appreciate the full support I receive from Equinox, even when unexpected issues arise. We all know that working with young students can present challenges, especially as they adapt to a new environment, different food, and a new culture. Nonetheless, Equinox has always provided the best possible support in every situation.
I strongly recommend Equinox Education Services and look forward to continuing our collaboration on many more projects and programmes in the years to come.
A heartfelt thank you to the entire Equinox team for making it all possible.''
Emanuela Marianecci