Cuan na Gaillimhe - a Steiner education is a multi-denominational, co-educational, child-centred, community national school that seeks to nurture ‘the hand, the head, and the heart’ of every child.
This holistic, child-centered pedagogy:
Is multi-denominational, democratic, and committed to cultural diversity and social equality.
Emphasises nature-based play and education, strengthening the child’s connection to nature.
Develops a love of learning and an enthusiasm for school.
Sees artistic activity and the development of the imagination as integral to learning.
Takes account of the needs of the whole child – academic, physical, emotional, and spiritual.
Delivers the Irish curriculum, but in a creative and integrated way.
Prioritises age-appropriate learning, adapting its teaching methods to suit the developmental stage of its pupils, as well as their experience of the world.
That education is best achieved in a warm and joyful environment where children are actively engaged in the learning process.
Through an arts rich approach, children cultivate knowledge, creativity, and practical skills. The Irish primary curriculum is delivered in an integrated and developmentally appropriate way with a strong emphasis on movement, music, art, handwork, drama, and outdoor learning.
The holistic development of individual pupils is nurtured in order to foster in them the self-confidence and resilience necessary to take their place in the community as creative, well-balanced, and responsible people.
Parental involvement broadens the educational experience for the children.
The school opened in Knocknacarra in September 2015. The next open night will take place on Thursday, June 16, from 5.30pm.
