Heritage in Schools Scheme Support

Information on scheme to provide primary schools with access to heritage specialists who can work with teachers and students to develop a knowledge of, and appreciation for, local heritage as part of the national Heritage in Schools Scheme.

The Heritage in Schools Scheme provides a panel of Heritage Specialists who visit primary schools (in-person or virtually) to help children and their teachers learn about and appreciate their local heritage. The Scheme supports the stated aims and objectives of the Social, Scientific and Environmental Education (SESE) curriculum and provides an additional educational tool and resource for teachers 

Further information

For further information or advice please contact Thomas Carolan, Heritage Officer at tcarolan@laoiscoco.ie or phone 057 866 4129.