Resources in a wide range of languages. Many schools will enjoy a huge diversity among their student and parent community. To support these parents, we have translated guidance for parents at gov.ie/backtoschool.
The Covid-19 World Service project has also consulted with the Department and has used our key messages to produce a range of videos in a variety of languages which your school community may find helpful – please see more at https://nascireland.org/covid-19-world-service
South Dublin County Sports Partnership are delighted to support schools through these uncertain times and keep the school children, teachers and parents active. They have teamed up with local fitness instructors and National Govern Bodies to bring you students PE classes Mon – Thurs at 12:15pm. You can access our YouTube Channel here https://www.youtube.com/user/SDCSP On Friday they are looking at doing a Fundamental Movement Skills PE lesson.
Starting on RTÉ2 from Monday 30 March, teachers on the RTÉ Home School Hub will present three short class segments aimed at 1st and 2nd class, 3rd and 4th class and 5th and 6th class. Classes will start each morning from 11am to 12pm, so plenty of time to get a solid breakfast in and maybe a quick walk. Classes will start on television, for an hour, before directing the kids to fun content and projects on rte.ie/learnand the RTÉ Player.
For all the family-Galway man, Shane Hastings has compiled an expansive list of free services to help keep you busy (and entertained) while quarantined at home. From access to audiobooks, fitness, music and wellbeing services – there's something for all members of the family. https://covid19.shanehastings.eu/giveback/
Twinkl are currently offering 1 month free subscription in the event of closure. Not only are Twinkl great for thematic resources they also have a section dedicated to ASD and SEN with visual supports social stories etc. Setting this up is really easy to do - go towww.twinkl.ie/offerand enter the code IRLTWINKLHELPS.
www.senteacher.org - Lots of printables, custom worksheets for all curriculum areas and free software downloads
www.starfall.com - Resources primarily aimed at phonics support but some great interactive resources (check out the calendar)
http://www.sparklebox.co.uk/ Thousands of free printable activities aimed at early years and preschool as well as interactive calendar and matching activities etc
