Empower Academy is:
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Gaeilge: We expand vocabulary, oral language and confidence through fun, interactive activities and engaging games.
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Maths: Developing strong numeracy and problem-solving strategies through engaging, practical learning experiences
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STEM: Encouraging enquiry-based exploration to build curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking
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Literacy: Developing reading comprehension and structured writing skills while building phonological awareness and word analysis through effective strategies.
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Mindset & Wellbeing: Building confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset to support positive learning habits
Our Learning Program
Literacy development
Literacy learning focuses on developing phonological awareness, decoding, and word analysis to strengthen foundational reading skills. Students build reading comprehension and structured writing skills through practical strategies that support clear organisation and effective expression. They learn to approach and master a variety of comprehension questions with confidence, while presentation and communication skills are developed through group discussions, projects, and debating.
Nurturing a Growth-Mindset
Empower Academy is a comprehensive learning program focused on developing a growth mindset, self-belief, and self-confidence in students. The program teaches learners how to train their minds effectively, building resilience, independence, and a positive approach to learning.
Gaeilge
Gaeilge learning focuses on practical oral language that supports clear and effective expression through a variety of themes from the Primary Language Curriculum. Students learn how to use verbs purposefully to create simple sentences in a fun environment using role play and other engaging activities. Students vocabulary is enhanced through a variety of interactive games.
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
STEM learning is delivered through hands-on, enquiry-based activities that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world problem solving. Students collaboratively and independently design and engineer solutions using digital tools, measurement, and logical thinking, refining their ideas through reflection and critique to build confidence as innovative thinkers.
Mathematics
Mathematics learning focuses on explicit problem-solving strategies that help students confidently tackle word problems, using multiple representations such as models, symbols, and verbal explanations. Students learn to apply all mathematical operations and engage with all areas of the new Primary Maths Curriculum, developing critical thinking skills and deep understanding.