Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
5th Class Ar Scáth a Chéile: Communicative Irish for 5th Class
A comprehensive language program focused on developing communicative proficiency through the four key skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students engage with authentic Irish culture and modern vocabulary to build confidence in real world social interactions.
Identity and Daily Life
Students explore personal identity, family structures, and the routines that define their daily lives in a modern Irish context.
Describing physical appearance, personality traits, and the roles people play within a local community.
Discussing morning and evening schedules using the present tense and time-specific vocabulary.
School Life and Learning
Focusing on the school environment, subjects, and the social dynamics of the classroom and playground.
Using creative language to design and describe a school that meets the needs of all students.
Discussing classroom contracts and the importance of cooperation in a shared learning space.
Pastimes and Technology
Examining how we spend our free time, from traditional sports to modern digital entertainment.
Exploring GAA, soccer, and other sports while discussing the importance of staying active.
Navigating social media, gaming, and online safety using modern Irish terminology.
Food and Shopping
Practical language skills for navigating markets, restaurants, and healthy eating habits.
Ordering food, expressing preferences, and handling social interactions in a dining setting.
Managing a budget and selecting healthy options at the supermarket or local market.
Travel and the Environment
Broadening horizons through travel vocabulary and discussing our responsibility toward the planet.
Describing past trips and future plans while incorporating complex weather expressions.
Discussing environmental issues like recycling and climate change in a proactive way.