This hands-on summer course explores practical and accessible ways to deliver the Primary Music Curriculum in every classroom, no prior musical experience required. Discover how to make music an enjoyable, meaningful part of the school day through inclusive strategies that engage all learners. The course also takes a broader look at whole-school approaches to music education and offers creative ideas for enriching your school’s musical life with activities that go beyond the classroom.

Facilitator Bio:
Gráinne Fox is a Primary School Teacher at Killoe N.S. in Longford. She holds a BA in Music from UCD and a Graduate Diploma in Music Education from the University of Limerick. With over 20 years of experience directing choirs and vocal groups, Gráinne brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her teaching. Passionate about musical theatre and drama, she loves sharing her enthusiasm and experience with students in both her school and local community.

To enrol on any of our courses: -

Step 1: To book a place on any of our summer courses teachers must be registered on our website www.carrickedcentre.ie  

Step 2: Log in and use our online booking system.

Note: Closing date for registration on all courses is 9am on Friday 19th June 2026.

Important Points to Note for Participants of our Face-to-Face Summer Courses 2026.

• All courses run from 9.30am-2.00pm every day.
• A minimum number of 10 participants is required in order for a course to proceed. Maximum capacity is 25 on face-to-face summer courses.
• Full attendance is required to be awarded 3 EPV days.
• 2 EPV days will be awarded for 4 days attendance.
• 1 EPV day will be awarded for 3 days attendance. (Regardless of the reason for the absence).
• No EPV days will be awarded for less than 3 days attendance.
• Lunch break is from 11.30-12.00 each day and a light lunch will be provided each day

Venue - Tarmon National School, Ballinphuill, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, F45K298.

All our summer courses are booked on the condition that the course fee is non-refundable. Course Fees are not transferrable to another teacher. Unfortunately, if you wish to cancel your place on one of our courses or you are unable to attend the course, we are not in a position to refund fees. The course fee can only be refunded if the Education Centre cancels the course.