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Donahies Community School
Donahies Community School in Donaghmede, Dublin 13 offers adult education, courses and lifelong learning.
The Donahies Community School has been running adult education, evening classes and courses for the local community of Donaghmede, Dublin 13 since 1980. We provide day and evening classes in a friendly environment. A wide variety of courses are available including hobby, personal development and skills based classes.
As our school is a one storey building in Donaghmede, it is very wheelchair friendly for adults enrolling in courses. The school also has designated disabled parking spaces, ramps into the canteen area and toilets for the disabled. Our canteen facility provides students the opportunity to enjoy a cuppa at break-time as they get to know their fellow students.
For more information about adult education and courses at Donahies Community School in Donaghmede, Dublin 13, please view our courses below in the Nightcourses.com Course Finder or contact us using our details below.
| General Learning Level 3 (Back to Education Initiative) BTEI The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides part-time further education programmes for all ages. The aim is to give people, who left school early or have no formal education, an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. It is a QQI Certified course with national recognition and is equivalent to… |
| General Learning Level 4 (Back to Education Initiative) BTEI The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides part-time further education programmes for all ages. The aim is to give people, who left school early or have no formal education, an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. It is a QQI Certified course with national recognition and is above Junior… |
| Craft Workshop - Memory/Gift Box Making Workshop BOX MAKING WORKSHOP (MEMORY/ GIFT BOX) Sun. 5th March 9.30am-1.00pm €60 Join us for our box-making workshop and create a truly unique & personalised gift/memory box! This is the perfect way to mark and remember a special occasion such as a wedding, new arrival, christening, birthday, anniversary – the list is endless!… |
| Creative Card Making Make your own cards for all occasions! Learn to matt and layer, embossing & die-cutting. €5 for kit payable to tutor for each class. Please bring along a scissors. Relaxed, friendly environment. Tutor: Aideen Kilbride ONLINE BOOKING AVAILABLE at www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Macramé for Beginners In this class you will learn the basic macramé knots and techniques to create a series of macramé projects including a plant hanger, a wall hanging and your own personalised bunting. The class is suitable for beginners – if you can tie your shoelaces you can make a beautiful wall hanging! Special introductory fee including… |
| Basketball for Women (Experienced and Improver Players) Experienced & Improver female basketball players can now sign up for class at Donahies Community School. Join the Basketball for Women (Experienced Players) course at Donahies Community School. This is a 10 week class for experienced and improver women basketball players starting this September ’22. If you are familiar with the rules of basketball (even… |
| Bridge (Introduction) Learn Bridge on Wednesday evenings at Donahies Community School in Dublin! Think you might like to learn Bridge? An introductory course to Bridge in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Possibility of a continuation course to follow this 5 week taster course. Tutor: Paul/Anne Doyle C.B.A.I. *Online enrolment available on www.donahiesadulted.ie from August |
| Bridge Beginner Continuation Suitable for those who have completed a Beginner 10 week course or equivalent and wish to improve their bridge skills. Paul/Anne Doyle C.B.A.I. *Online enrolment available on www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Early Child Care & Education (ECCE): QQI Level 55M2009 This course is designed for adults and Post Leaving Certificate students who wish to achieve the qualifications necessary for employment in the childcare sector and as Classroom Assistants or Special Needs Assistants. Graduates progress towards employment in crèches, as Special Needs Assistants and as registered child minders. Some graduates are self-employed owners of childcare facilities.… |
| Dog Care & Basic Dog Training Thinking of getting a pup or rescuing a dog? Like to learn more about dogs? Interested in finding new ways to keep your dog active mentally and physically? Looking for tips on training and caring for your dog? John Ward, of Dublin Dog Training, who has 27 years of experience of training dogs and working… |
| English Class for Ukrainians (Free) Безкоштовні заняття з англійської мови (для початківців) для українців бути підтвердженим A 6 week practical English class for dealing with everyday situations. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere with an experienced teacher. Passport required for class registration. THURSDAY EVENINGS – TO BE CONFIRMED |
| Flower Arranging - Summer Make flower arranging for your home in this 5 week course – candle pot, table arrangements on the agenda. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Flowers not included in course fee. Students will be given a list of requirements in advance of each class. Oases can be purchased at cost price from tutor. TUTOR: Maria Carey ONLINE BOOKING… |
| Jewellery Making (An Introduction) Start a new hobby and create your own handmade jewellery in a supportive, relaxed class. Create two or three pieces in each class working with handouts and talks on tools, threading, beads etc. Use of tools provided, materials extra €3/€4 per class Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White online booking available at www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Energy and Vitality in Movement Aches & pains? Stiff joints? Bad circulation? Have your body work for you, not against you! Learn a whole-body routine for releasing tension & increasing body flow. Gentle but powerful exercises to keep your body healthy, flexible & energised. Includes elements of Tai Chi & Qi Gong. Tutor: Ben Somers COURSE DATE TO BE… |
| Typing/Keyboard Skills Learn to touch type in 6 easy steps in a relaxed, friendly environment. This course is suitable for beginners and those wishing to improve their touch typing skills including speed development. Tutor: Eleanor Byrne online booking available on www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| MS Excel (Beginners) Learn to use MS Excel spreadsheets – format, organize & calculate data in a spreadsheet in a relaxed environment. Suitable for beginners. If also booking MS WORD, please book combined WORD & EXCEL option for €15 reduction under Monday evening classes. If you have MS Excel/Office 365 on your laptop, please bring your laptop along… |
| MS Excel Intermediate This 6 week course is specifically designed for those who want to improve their use of spreadsheet applications. Topics covered include how to input data, autofill, process data, create graphs and charts. Course will progress to include advanced features of excel “if” functions and nested “if” “and” “not” functions, Sumif and Countif for Selective adding and counting. Work… |
| MS Word, File Management & Excel course 20 hour MS WORD, FILE MANAGEMENT & EXCEL course starts Wed. 25th Jan. ’23. Suitable for beginners. Course runs Mondays (Excel) from Monday 30th January & Wednesdays (Word & File Management) from Wednesday, 25th January. If you have MS Excel/Office 365 on your laptop, please bring your laptop along to class! Relaxed, friendly atmosphere. (Save… |
| MS Word & File Management Learn how to use MS Word, word processor, format and edit files & documents, create folders & organise files. Suitable for beginners. If also booking MS EXCEL, please book combined WORD & EXCEL option for €15 reduction. Relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Tutor: Eleanor Byrne Online booking available on www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Mindfulness - Meditation This 8 week course is for those who wish to deepen spiritual awareness and learn simple relaxation techniques to practice in their journey through life. Tutor: Ben Somers COURSE TO BE CONFIRMED REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TO donahiesadulted@gmail.com/01-8482217 |
| Oil Painting (Soft Pastels) Take up art with Oil Painting and Soft Pastels at Donahies Community School. This Oil Painting and Soft Pastels course accommodates beginner/improve/advanced. It includes mixed media of soft and hard pastel, charcoal, acrylic, water and oil paints. Explore your own project. Tutor: Joni Croughan Online booking on www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Budgeting for Beginners This Budgeting for Beginners course will help you find your way through the cost of living crisis we are finding ourselves in. Learn how to make a realistic household budget and manage your money more effectively. Reduce your household costs, understand how to read your payslip, apply for tax back and set up a debt… |
| Photography - Level 1 8 week introductory course to help get the most from your camera, learn about all the camera modes and settings. Topics covered will include Aperture-Depth of Field, Shutter speed and ISO settings, Portrait and Landscape photography. This course is ideal to those looking to get started with their camera. The course will be delivered in a relaxed non-technical… |
| Pilates - Beginner & Improver Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen and balance the body. The courses are a part of a systematic, progressive programme on the mat designed to stimulate and challenge the body at a pace suited to each individual. This class will cater for both beginners & improvers, students working… |
| Pilates Beginners Course Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen and balance the body. The courses are a part of a systematic, progressive programme on the mat designed to stimulate and challenge the body at a pace suited to each individual. This Pilates Beginners Course suitable for absolute beginner or those returning… |
| Pilates for Beginners/Improver Course Pilates is a method of exercise and physical movement designed to stretch, strengthen and balance the body. The courses are a part of a systematic, progressive programme on the mat designed to stimulate and challenge the body at a pace suited to each individual. This course caters for both beginners & improvers, working at their… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (IMPROVERS - Tuesday evenings) This class is suitable for those who have taken our beginners course or who have previous experience working with clay. Students will use prior knowledge and new techniques to create a body of work in both 2D and 3D. Different kinds of clay will be available for each project, specifically selected for each process. NOT… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (Beginners and Improvers - Saturday afternoons) In this 8 week Pottery and Ceramics Course students will learn a number of hand building and decorating techniques to create their own unique creative and functional works. Students can design and create vases, tiles, wall pieces, bowls, small sculptures in a relaxed environment. Fee includes set of tools & materials. If you already have… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (Beginners and Improvers - Saturday mornings at Donahies)) In this 8 week Pottery and Ceramics Course students will learn a number of hand building and decorating techniques to create their own unique creative and functional works. Students can design and create vases, tiles, wall pieces, bowls, small sculptures in a relaxed environment. Fee includes set of tools & materials. If you already have… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (Beginners and Improvers Wednesday evenings) In this 8 week Pottery and Ceramics Course students will learn a number of hand building and decorating techniques to create their own unique creative and functional works. Students can design and create vases, tiles, wall pieces, bowls, small sculptures in a relaxed environment. Fee includes set of tools & materials. If you already have… |
| Pottery and Macramé Workshop - Plant Pot & Macramé Plant Hanger Pottery and Macramé Workshop Workshop suitable for Beginners/Improvers. Dates in April/May & course fee to be confirmed – Register your interest by emailing donahiesadulted@gmail.com/call 01 -8482217 Keep updated at www.donahiesadulted.ie Tutors: Naomi Boylan (Pottery) & Deirdre Hurley (Makramé) |
| Sewing - All Skill Levels (Friday evening) Sewing courses at the Donahies Community School. A fun, creative and practical course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts. Early booking advised for all Sewing classes. Tutor: Mary Coonan Own sewing machine required. Small number of… |
| Sewing - all skill levels (Saturday Afternoon) A fun, creative and practical course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts. Tutor: Mary Coonan online booking available on www.donahiesadulted.ie Sewing machine in good working order required. EARLY BOOKING ADVISED ON SEWING CLASSES |
| Sewing - All Skill Levels (Thursday Nights) Donahies Community School Sewing courses A fun, creative and practical Sewing course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts. Early booking advised for all Sewing classes. Tutor: Mary Coonan Sewing machine in good working order required. Small… |
| Sewing - All Skill Levels (Tuesday evening) Sewing course at Donahies Community School A fun, creative and practical course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts Tutor: Mary Coonan EARLY BOOKING ADVISED SEWING MACHINE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER REQUIRED *Online enrolment available… |
| Sewing course - All Skill Levels (Saturday Morning) Sewing course for experienced & beginner crafters at Donahies Community School. A fun, creative and practical Sewing course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decoration, handbag making, gifts & crafts. Early booking advised for all Sewing Classes. Tutor: Mary Coonan Sewing machine … |
| Sewing course (Wednesday Afternoon Class) Sewing courses Wednesday afternoons in Donaghmede. A fun, creative and practical Sewing course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts. Early booking advised for all Sewing classes. Tutor: Mary Coonan Sewing machine in good working required. online… |
| Sewing for All Skill Levels (Wednesday Evenings) Wednesday night’s Sewing course at Donahies Community School A fun, creative and practical Sewing course suitable for all skill levels. Learn the basics or improve your existing skills for dress-making, soft furnishings, curtains, festive decorations, handbag making, gifts and crafts. Early booking advised for all Sewing classes. Tutor: Mary Coonan Sewing machine in good working… |
| Sewing Workshop - MAKE A BEAR (Intermediate - Advanced) MAKE A BEAR SEWING WORKSHOP 10.00am-2.30pm €75 2 dates available for this workshop Sat. 4th Feb. & Sun. 23rd April 10.00am-2.30pm Make a beautiful wool felt bear, a perfect gift made to treasure! Tea & coffee provided All materials included in course fee. Requirements: – Basic Sewing Kit (scissors, pins, pencil)… |
| ONLINE Irish Sign Language (ISL) Why not learn Irish Sign Language, Ireland’s 3rd official language? This course is designed to enable you to communicate using Irish Sign Language and also to learn about the deaf community and deaf culture. These fun classes are taught by a deaf tutor who will use ISL throughout and you will learn and pick up… |
| Spanish - Intermediate Donahies Community School will be running this Spanish intermediate class Thursday evenings If you would like to improve your conversational Spanish, this is your course! You need to be familiar with the Spanish indicative past and be ready to give use it! We will discuss different subjects each week and points of grammar as required.… |
| Spanish (Beginners Class) This Spanish course for beginners kicks off Wednesday evenings at Donahies Community School Looking to explore Spanish language and culture? Like to learn to communicate in basic Spanish? This is the course for you! Embark on a journey of discovery and fun with native Spanish speaker, Maria Soler, at the helm! Tutor: Maria Asensio Soler… |
| Spanish (Beginners Continuation Class) Donahies Community School will be running this Spanish beginners continuation class Tuesday evenings If you would like to brush up on your Spanish, improve your basic knowledge and learn more about Spanish culture, with a native speaker, this is the course for you! Come and join us for a fun night of learning! Suitable for… |
| Spanish Improvers at Donahies If you would like to brush up on your Spanish, improve your basic knowledge and learn more about Spanish culture, with a native speaker, this is the course for you! Come and join us for a fun night of learning. Suitable for those who can use the present tense & have completed 1 year/equivalent in… |
| QQI LEVEL 5 SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTING LEVEL 5 5N1786 With the introduction of the SNA in schools, children are now able to fully meet their potential thanks to the additional support the SNA provides to children within their care. The College of Progressive Education has been delivering training in this sector for twenty years. College of Progressive Education SNA courses have continually developed over… |
| QQI LEVEL 6 SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTING LEVEL 6 6N1957 CLASSROOM BASED/ONSITE COURSE Ran in conjunction with the College of Progressive Education With the introduction of the SNA in schools, children are now able to fully meet their potential thanks to the additional support the SNA provides to children within their care. The College of Progressive Education has been delivering training in this sector for twenty years. College… |
| Stained Glass for Beginners/Improvers Learn stained glass method & glass fusing to create light catchers, terrariums, light-shades. Learn the skill of patterns , glass selection, cutting, foiling and soldering. Students will complete at least one colourful stained glass piece. Improvers should bring along project to work on. Materials not included. Equipment & materials are provided for beginners for class… |
| Stained Glass for Beginners/Improvers (Wednesday Morning Class) Learn stained glass method & glass fusing to create light catchers, terrariums, light-shades. Learn the skill of patterns , glass selection, cutting, foiling and soldering. Students will complete at least one colourful stained glass piece. Improvers should bring along project to work on. Materials not included. Equipment & materials are provided for beginners for class… |
| Tai Chi - Beginners (afternoon class) The gentle flowing movements of Tai Chi bring strength & flexibility to the body. With practice, Tai Chi enhances mental clarity and assists in achieving better balance & co-ordination. Tutor: Claire McGreevy *Online enrolment available on www.donahiesadulted.ie |
| Tai Chi - Continuation ( Wednesday afternoon class) The gentle flowing movements of Tai Chi bring strength & flexibility to the body. With practice, Tai Chi enhances mental clarity and assists in achieving better balance & co-ordination. This class is for students who have completed previous courses with Claire. New students, even those with experience of Tai Chi, are advised to enrol in… |
| Yoga (all levels, Tuesday evening 7.00-8.15pm) Make time for yourself and restore your energy through traditional yoga practices such as postures, breathing and conscious relaxation . If you think you can’t do Yoga for whatever reason, be assured that you can – if you can breathe, you can do yoga!! Suitable for all levels. Mat, blanket, pillow/yoga blocks required for all… |
| Yoga (Tuesday evening All Levels 8.15-9.30pm) Make time for yourself and restore your energy through traditional yoga practices such as postures, breathing and conscious relaxation . If you think you can’t do Yoga for whatever reason, be assured that you can – if you can breathe, you can do yoga!! Suitable for all levels. Mat, blanket, pillow/yoga blocks required for all… |
| Zumba at Donahies Community School Zumba your way fit dancing to Spanish & Latin American music! A fun, upbeat class with Susana from Columbia, the home of Zumba!! All welcome! Water, runners and loose clothing required. Tutor: Susana Minihan ONLINE BOOKING available at www.donahiesadulted.ie |
