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Information for students and their families about returning to school
From Department of Education and Skills
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Below are four videos we have created with some back to school advice for parents and children attending primary and post primary school. You are encouraged to watch these videos with your child before they return to school.
To access the Irish Sign Language version of the video below click here.
To access the Irish Sign Language version of the video below click here.
To access the Irish Sign Language version of the video below click here.
To access the Irish Sign Language version of the video below click here.
Everyone has been working very hard to ensure a safe reopening of schools for staff, students and their families.
Most students will be looking forward to going back to school and will feel happy and excited. Some may feel a little anxious about returning. That’s a normal response at a time of change. Most will settle back in soon once they get used to the new rules and routines.
For more information and a downloadable flyer click here.
Up to date information on what to do if your child has symptoms of coronavirus, how to get urgent medical help if your child is unwell and how to protect your child from the coronavirus can be found here.
Here is some guidance on key issues relating to school reopening that schools and parents may find helpful in answering some of their questions:
The following is a list of supports and resources available for parents as schools reopen and students settle in.
Directory of Wellbeing Supports and Online Resources for Primary School Parents on the Return and Settling into School
Primary
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Directory of Wellbeing Supports and Online Resources for Post Primary School Parents on the Return and Settling into School
Post-primary
DownloadThe Department of Education and Skills’ NEPS psychologists have developed the following advice and resources for parents, students and school staff as they return to school following school closure due to COVID-19. See NEPS advice and resources during COVID-19.
