Getting Started – Teaching older people basic IT. Your school could do so much to assist Age Action’s campaign to encourage older people to use technology. As part of our fight against digital exclusion, Age Action's Getting Started programme delivers training basic IT to people over the age of 55. We are looking for schools to get involved and will be eligible to enter the annual Silver Surfer Awards. Find out more
Our popular Schools Programme focuses on students attaining competency in several watersports disciplines over a series of lessons. Sports on offer include stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing, wakeboarding, sailing, Dragonboat racing and kayaking. Programmes are customised relative to the schedule of the school. This programme is particularly popular with TY Groups, who can attain sign off for components of the Gaisce award.
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The central aim of the Friends of the Elderly Transition Year and CSPE Programmes is to give time for the young and old to enjoy each other's company. The planned activities will give the students a greater apprecation of the values of the elderly, of how life was lived in Ireland during the 30's, 40's and 50's, of what the elderly have achieved and what they are passing on to us. READ MORE
Barretstown’s Residential TY Programme is an exciting residential experience which takes place over 4 days (Monday to Thursday). This provides a key opportunity for any Transition Year student group to spend time away in a fun, safe and educational environment, learn new skills and gives students an insight into the work undertaken by Barretstown to support children and families affected by cancer and other serious illness. Find out more
Dublin Cookery School offers a transformative experience for transition year students. Dive into a world of flavour, from Italy to India. Boost culinary confidence, learn professional techniques, and gain invaluable life skills. Perfect for young food enthusiasts ready for hands-on, fun-filled learning. Enrich your teen's TY – let them explore the magic of the kitchen with us!
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Join our TY Robotics & Coding workshop, 'Where Creativity Meets Coding,' using LEGO Spike Kits. Unleash creativity, learn coding, and bring creations to life. Students explore robotics, collaborating to tackle challenges. Or why not have your students dive into VR with the Beyond Realities Virtual Reality TY Experience. Explore, create, and have fun in this immersive adventure, exploring endless VR possibilities. . FIND OUT MORE
Transition Year Ideas is a dedicated youth service for students in Transition Year. Services include Personal Skills Courses for the Gaisce Awards, work experience in our drama school, College Application & Auditions Workshops, Personal Development and much more. Transition Year Ideas is a forum where young people can exchange TY ideas, suggestions and experiences. Find out more
This section of the EPA website contains resources for teachers of Transition Year which have been developed to support you in the context of the second level curriculum. Use clips from the Eco Eye TV series and a range of corresponding resource materials to explore the key environmental issues we face today. Visit Website
Young Social Innovators' mission is to raise social awareness among 15-18 year olds in Ireland by providing social awareness education through action and platforms for young people and those guiding them, which will result in an enhancement of the personal sense of justice, responsibility and capacity innate to all. Find out more
Smart Futures is a government-industry programme with information on working in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Check out our ‘TY Opportunities’ page here.
ICDL is the most recognised digital skills certification in Ireland. Give your students a valuable certification to enhance their learning and add to their first CV.
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Transition Year is an ideal time to participate in the Presidents Award. The Award works on the basis of a personal challenge set by you. You will set the challenge and agree it with a President’s Award leader. You won’t be competing with other participants, as each challenge is completely individual… so the only person you’ll compete with is yourself. READ MORE
SparkED is a youth leadership programme that empowers young people by teaching them valuable life skills. Our online platform allows the students to access all our workshops and extra resources remotely. Students will be able to complete interactive workshops on our website sparked.ie, in areas such as CV Skills, Presentation Skills, Interview Skills, Time Management and Study skills, Computer/ IT Skills and Volunteering. Find out more
“EmpowerYouth” provides holistic workshops in schools designed for either boys or girls (1st to 6th year) that promotes self-care, covering everything from skincare to mental health. With essential knowledge and skills, to empower them to take control of their health and well-being, laying the foundation for a healthier, more confident future. FIND OUT MORE.
Getting Started – Teaching older people basic IT. Your school could do so much to assist Age Action’s campaign to encourage older people to use technology. As part of our fight against digital exclusion, Age Action's Getting Started programme delivers training basic IT to people over the age of 55. We are looking for schools to get involved and will be eligible to enter the annual Silver Surfer Awards. 
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