Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
3rd Class Gaeilge Bheo: Communicative Irish for 3rd Class
This course transitions students from early language acquisition to more independent communicative proficiency. It focuses on building confidence through oral interaction, reading for pleasure, and creative writing within familiar thematic contexts.
Myself and My World
Students explore personal identity, family structures, and daily routines to build foundational conversational skills.
Describing physical appearance, personality traits, and personal preferences in detail.
Discussing family members, pets, and the different types of homes people live in.
Sequencing daily events from waking up to going to bed using time-based vocabulary.
School and Community
Focusing on the immediate environment of the school and the wider local community services.
Navigating the school building, subjects, and classroom interactions.
Identifying local workers and the services they provide to the public.
Describing landmarks, shops, and amenities in the local neighborhood.
Leisure and Hobbies
Developing vocabulary for sports, games, and creative interests to foster social connections.
Discussing team sports, individual athletics, and playground games.
Exploring instruments, singing, and traditional Irish cultural expressions.
Using Irish in the context of modern technology, apps, and television.
Food and Shopping
Practical language use for buying goods, ordering food, and discussing healthy habits.
Simulating shopping experiences for groceries and clothes.
Categorizing food groups and discussing balanced meals and preferences.
Ordering food and drinks in a cafe or restaurant setting.
Nature and Weather
Observing the natural world, seasonal changes, and environmental protection.
Describing weather patterns and how nature changes throughout the year.
Learning about wild animals in Ireland and their natural environments.
Discussing recycling, conservation, and protecting the planet.