Parent Information & Downloads

The HSE’s National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) is hosting a webinar on Wednesday, April 30th, from 12 noon to 1.00pm, as part of the 2025 SunSmart campaign on ‘SunSmart for Parents- - Protect children’s skin from sunburn and sun damage’.

The webinar is being held as part of the annual SunSmart campaign which runs from April to September.

Register Here

Recommendation for inclusion of a wide-brimmed hat in primary school uniform guidance_NCCP_Healthy Ireland.pdf

Looking for a fun and engaging activity for your kids this Easter break? Our LUASCA Golf Easter Camp is the perfect opportunity to introduce them to the world of golf in a relaxed and friendly setting!

Camp Details:
Dates: April 16th - 18th
Location: LUASCA Golf Oranmore (Above Tesco)
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm

Cost: €100 per child (Sibling discounts - €90)

Our camp is designed for kids of all skill levels, offering expert coaching led by Shane Franklin, fun games, and a chance to make new friends. Whether they’re beginners or budding pros, they’ll have a blast!

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early.

BOOK NOW – contact Shane at shane@luascagolf.ie

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best regards,

Tom

LUASCA Golf

091 388655

Special Education Teaching Support in Primary Schools Guide for Children Leaflet 2.pdf

Special Education Teaching Support in Primary Schools Guide for Children.pdf

cyberkidsguideParents24Settings.pdf

The HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast has returned with a ‘Back to School’ theme, focussing on providing support to parents as young people return to school.

Their recent episodes include ‘Back to School’, ‘Healthy Lunchboxes for Kids’, and ‘Screen Time for Young People’. These episodes provide useful tips and advice for parents and caregivers of young people on a variety of topics that families face and are available on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and on the HSE Health and Wellbeing YouTube Channel.

2024-Tips-for-Parents-English.pdf

Your Child in the Primary School: Tips for Parents

This booklet is an INTO publication which is very helpful for parents of children starting school, especially if this is your first child – Download

Your Child’s Learning: Guidelines for Parents

This information booklet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment is intended to inform parents about the primary school curriculum and how parents can support this at home – Download

Aistear Information for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains what the Aistear infant programme is and how parents can help at home – Download

Tip Sheet on Play for Parents of Young Children

This tip sheet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) is aimed at parents of children 2½-6 years old. It explains how children learn through play and gives suggestions of simple games and activities that can be done at home – Download

Understanding STen Scores: A Guide for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains the meaning of Sten scores in your child’s standardised test which you will find with your child’s Annual School Report – Download

Your Child’s School Report

This information leaflet for parents from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains the layout of the new school reports – Download

How to Help Your Child in Junior and Senior Infants: Information for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains in practical terms how parents can support their child’s learning in different areas of the curriculum – Download

How to Help Your Child in First and Second Class: Information for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains in practical terms how parents can support their child’s learning in different areas of the curriculum – Download

How to Help Your Child in Third and Fourth Class: Information for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains in practical terms how parents can support their child’s learning in different areas of the curriculum – Download

How to Help Your Child in Fifth and Sixth Class: Information for Parents

This information leaflet from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) explains in practical terms how parents can support their child’s learning in different areas of the curriculum – Download

Parents Complaints Procedure

This information leaflet has been developed by the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) and the Primary School Management (CPSMA) representatives reached and outlines the procedures to be followed when dealing with complaints by parents against teachers. The purpose of the procedure is to facilitate the resolution of difficulties where they may arise in an agreed and fair manner – Download

A Parent’s Guide to New Media Technologies

This leaflet aims to make parents aware of how new media works and encourage them to engage with, and use, new technologies with their children. This will help keep children safe when they are using technologies from digital games, mobile phones to the computer – Download

A Parent’s Guide to Filtering Technologies

This information booklet for parents aims to help provide an understanding of the benefits of filtering to help protect children online. The booklet contains advice for parents on supervising children’s Internet use and the use of filtering technologies. Download

A Parents’s Guide to Social Networking

This booklet for parents aims to provide information to help understand the world of social networking websites (SNW) with their children. The booklet explains the world of SNW, the risks and what to look out for on a child’s profile Download

Webwise 10 Tips for Parents

This leaflet from Webwise contains practical advice for parents to engage in their children’s online experiences. It recognises that parents are key actors in fostering an ethos of positive use of the Internet by young people. Download