In order to be eligible, pupils must come from areas where they cannot access education through Irish.Inis Oírr is the smallest of the Aran Islands, with a population of just 300, with numbers declining over the years.
"Coláiste Ghobnait offers the same programme as any other post primary school in the country. Our classes are very small and you get to know your students very well and they excel in these settings.Ms Ní Dhonnacha hopes the video, which was made by the local arts centre, Aras Éanna, will entice students who want to learn Irish and gain independent life skills, as well as immersing themselves in Aran Islands' culture to apply for the grant.
Both grants are worth in the region of €5,000. The money covers accommodation and meals provided by a Bean an Tí like Úna Mhic Dhonnachadha. "You have a lot of freedom here and everyone looks out for you and, as they say in English, it takes a village to raise a child. Everyone looks out for each other and the community is very connected and close."
Ridiculous waste of money close it down.
Lots of imports to fill the places over the next few years. Not to worry!!
Relocating Ukrainians with young families to Ìnis Óirr is one viable and immediate solution. Most Ukrainians are bilingual or trilingual. Unlike many 'mainland natives' they do not have any of the ridiculous hangups about being schooled trí gaelige or learning the language.
My nephew went there for what was meant to be 1 Yr only and stayed until 6th Yr. Fabulous place,people and unbelievable education received.
ColGhobnait
Don’t worry love they’ll fill the islands with refugees just as soon as they are finished filling the mainland 👍🏾
The school should offer terms rather than the full year. Dublin schools would be all over it.
colmdoyle88
Why not- it’s a beautiful place and offers a great opportunity to learn Irish !Adh mor!