Dear Parent/Guardian

 

Below are some practical tips for home-based learning in response to the school closure arising from Covid-19. We understand that this is a time of uncertainty and concern for all. Families are finding themselves in very challenging and worrying circumstances. Health and wellbeing must come first at this time.   

 

As time progresses teachers will recommend more sites/activities which will be useful and these will be added here.  Many schools are developing and sharing resources in response to this need.

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Keeping a learning routine going is a good start to this process. Try to have a set time, structured routine for schoolwork, with short, timed pieces of activity. Encourage independent learning in so far as is possible.

 

Have a supply of books that your children can read independently and books that you can read and enjoy together. Nothing beats reading and quality time! 

  

Engage children in other activities like chores/baking/art/craft/walking/physical activity/oral language discussions/free writing/music/board games. We highly recommend lots of fresh air and exercise, art, music etc. 

 

​Finally, a reminder that all pupils and students, from preschool to third level are urged to practise Social Distancing and to minimise physical contact with each other, to help avoid the spread of Covid-19. Parents and guardians are urged to support their children to maintain this approach.

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We sincerely hope to see you all soon again. We will communicate via email and text if necessary also. Please ensure that the school has up to date email addresses and mobile telephone numbers at which you can be contacted. We need this so that we can keep you informed of any further guidance regarding this evolving situation.