Continuous Professional Development for
Naíonraí teachers
Course Overview
This Gaeltacht immersion course offers Early Years Educators a two-night residential experience in the heart of the Gaeltacht, based on the campus of Coláiste Chamuis in Ros a’ Mhíl, County Galway. Participants live and work through Irish, engaging with the language in its natural, everyday setting.
Through a series of practical, workshop-based sessions delivered in a fully immersive environment, the course supports educators in strengthening their professional practice through Irish. The language focus centres on early years settings, workplace communication, and early language development, with a strong emphasis on building fluency, confidence and natural language use.
Coláiste Chamuis CPD courses are designed to support, motivate and empower teachers, offering practical tools and a supportive social learning experience that builds confidence in teaching through Irish.
This course is provided in partnership with Gaeloideachas.
Who We Are
Coláiste Chamuis has been organizing full immersion language courses in the Connemara Gaeltacht for 50 years. Our students consistently achieve great fluency in Irish in a positive, motivating environment. We have always placed emphasis on the living language of Irish and the participation of every student in enjoyable activities, sports, cultural events, and entertainment. The college applies the same approach, values, and experiences in our Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses for teachers.
The Curriculum
1) Play-based and activity-based language
Vocabulary and practical strategies to use Irish naturally with children during play, storytelling, singing and everyday activities.
2) Early years setting language & workplace language
Essential terminology and phrases for the early years room, outdoor play areas, daily routines, and professional communication with colleagues and parents.
3) Early language development skills through Irish
Practical methods and examples to support natural language development, confidence and communication among young children, with opportunities for practice and reflection.
Fees
- €150 for accommodation in a single room
- €75 for accommodation in a shared twin room
- This course is offered in partnership with Gaeloideachas, which covers the remaining course costs.
The fee includes:
– 2 nights’ accommodation
– Teaching and learning resources
– Transportation during the course
– Catering (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
– Social and cultural entertainment
Schedule
Friday 6th March 2026 (2:00 PM) to Sunday 8th March 2026 (1:00 PM)
A Gaelach social program will be part of the schedule each evening.
Benefits for Early Years Educators
- Increased confidence in using Irish
- Practical resources for early years settings (indoor and outdoor)
- Techniques to support natural language development in young children
- Ways to foster a positive attitude towards Irish in the setting
- Strengthened professional practice through Irish
- A learning experience in the heart of the Gaeltacht
- A new professional network with early years educators from across the country
Book now
Our booking system is now open. Click the link below to apply.
