For the first time in Ireland, we get an insight into a small world where big things happen - the wonderful world of the Naíonra. Over the course of a year, cameras will follow all the action in two Naíonras, one in Tallaght, Dublin, and one in Mallow, County Cork. Most of these children start here with no Irish but in the Naíonra we will see their first steps in becoming fluent in a second language. Join us on this journey in one of the most important years in life, where so many of the skills we use throughout our lives are first learned - understanding, communication and friendship.
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The beginning of the year in the Naíonra is filled with a mixture of emotions, not only for the children but for their parents too. Yet, within just a few months, we see the children become more confident, develop new skills, discover new words and form new friendships. They are becoming part of a special new community, with the Irish language becoming a natural part of their everyday experiences - and the journey is only beginning....
