Gaelscoil Faithleann celebrated the last day of the 'Say Yes to Languages' eight-week French module in style last week.

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Principal Lisa Ní Larlaithe was delighted to give the already bilingual children the chance to learn French this year and it proved to be a very enjoyable journey for all.

The 8 week module was introduced in primary schools in 2021 by Post Primary Language Ireland, PPLI.

Hélène Olivier-Courtney, director of French For All Killarney School of French, has been delivering the modules in many schools across Kerry.

"It has been a wonderful experience to work under the national initiative. The goal is to instil curiosity and love for the language through enjoyable and creative activities that allow the children to be very proactive in their learning. The initiative also promotes inclusion through team work and meaningful school projects,” she said.

“It has been a treat to work with Gaelscoil Faithleann where principal, all teachers and SNAs were so interested and involved. This overall school approach has helped promote the discovery of French and the culture francophone as well as a reflexion on the motivation to learn languages in general.”

“The sixth class students are now well-prepared for their language journey in secondary school.”

“The module will be extended to 10 weeks in 2024 and I am looking forward to delivering it in many schools again.”