St Clare's Primary School

Our school is delighted to be learning German as part of the Modern Languages In Primary Schools Initiative (MLSPI). We joined the MLPSI in 1998 and since then, all students in he 5th and 6th classes have been learning German. It is a volunartary programme and we have chosen to be part of this exciting project because of the many learning opportunities and benefits it can bring to children, teachers and wider school community.

There are many reasons why the learning of another modern language at primary school is beneficial for children. Research has shown that children who are introduced to other languages from an early age can become more proficient language learners and that learning another language can have positive effects on the learning of other curriculum subjects. Evaluations of the MLPSI have also noted the positive effects it has had on pupils not only linguistically and academically, but also socially in terms of their self-esteem, confidence and in assisting their preparation for second level.

To view some of the many German activties and events that we have participated in please click on our News and Events Blog.

For more information on the MLPSI, see the project's website - www.mlpsi.ie