Why choose Gaelscoil na Mi?
Why choose Gaelscoil na Mí?
Gaelscoil na Mí is under the patronage of Foras Pátrúnachta which is the largest patron of Irish- medium schools in Ireland. We are a multidenominational, co-educational school that meets the needs of parents who wish to educate their children through the medium of Irish irrespective of religious belief.
What’s new at Sligo’s Gaelscoil?
Gaelscoil movement gets major boost. This year’s return to school saw a significant boost for Irish-language education in the north-west, with the opening of two Gaelscoileanna in Co Donegal. There was also a dramatic increase in enrolment at Sligo’s Gaelscoil, which has moved into new premises.
What’s the difference between Donegal’s Gaelscoil and Buncrana’s gaelcoil?
The Gaelscoil in Buncrana opened with 26 pupils and two teachers, while in Donegal there are just 14 pupils, although this is certain to grow. Some forward-thinking parents have already enrolled their children for entry over the next three years. Both new schools are interdenominational.
Should new speakers model their Irish on traditional Gaeltacht varieties?
Some newcomers to the language have decided to model their Irish on traditional Gaeltacht varieties. This has sometimes been through dedicated self-study or visits to the Gaeltacht. Some new speakers idealise a traditional Gaeltacht variety and are can be critical of newer forms of “learner” Irish.
