There are lots of info and resources available for parents who are considering using Irish (or a mix of Irish and English) in the home with the kids! The Language Planning Team here in Cloughaneely are available too if you want any support, resources, or advice on raising your children with Irish – get in touch with us anytime!
Irish at home
A general guide to raising children with Irish in the Gaelacht is available here:
Ag Tógáil Clainne le Gaeilge, by Mairéad Ní Chinnéide (Irish Language Version)
Speaking Irish at Home: A Guide for Parents (English Language Version)
Wonderful research has been done by Dr Mary-Pat O’Malley on bilingualism among children, and she has compiled that info and made it available to parents for free!
How to Raise a Bilingual Child: Practical Guide for Parents with Ready-to-Use Activities
How to Develop your Child’s Home Language(s), by Dr Mary-Pat O’Malley.
Tuismitheoirí na Gaeltachta and Teanga Tí provide a huge amount of info, resources and supports – check out their website!
There is a video series on YouTube which deals with speaking Irish in the home: Cuideachta le Clíona
Your child’s primary education
Valuable information for parents regarding primary level education in the Gaeltacht has been made available by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment:
Primary School – Resources for Parents
The National Parents Council offers a wide range of information for parents regarding their child’s primary education, including a summary of the most commonly asked questions from parents (available in Irish and English):
Your Child and School – common questions
This leaftlet below provides some advice for parents as their child transitions from pre-school to primary school :
Starting in Big School – a few tips for parents (Irish-language version only)
The Train: The Transition from the Naíonra to Primary School (available in Irish and English)
Irish for Parents provides resources to parents who want to support their children with Irish as a school subject (available in English and Irish):
Supporting your child with Irish at school – resources
The Language Planning Team here in Cloughaneely are available too if you want any support, resources, or advice on raising your children with Irish – get in touch with us anytime!
