........Student Teaching In Ireland

One of the many schools in Limerick

Student teaching in Ireland can be every bit as enjoyable as in the United States, plus you get the opportunity to see how another country views education while you're at it.

Each student teaching experience is different. Just as in the United States, each school in Ireland has a slightly different way of doing things. To help you out, this site contains quotes from five past student teachers, each with a different view on what it is like to teach in Ireland.

Kim did her student teaching in Limerick at Our Lady of Lourdes. She dealt mainly with 5 year olds in a very economically challenged area. Click on the picture for her thoughts. Ashlie did her student teaching in Limerick in South Hill Primary School. South Hill is consider one of the lowest income communities in Limerick. Click on the picture to hear her thoughts on her placement.
Mia did her student teaching just outside the city of Limerick. She taught students with special needs at St. Gabreal's School. Click on the picture to hear what Mia has to say about Special Education in Ireland. Paul did his student teaching in Limerick at St. Clements College, a secondary school. St. Clements is considered an affluent school with a very good reputation for sports and academics. Click to hear about Paul's experience in working with his students.
Erin did her student teaching in Queen of Peace, a primary school in Limerick. Erin had her own classroom for much of the semester she taught. Click on her picture to hear how she dealt with her own classroom.