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Next courses for teachers will be in Jan 2012.

SMART Education works with schools to help children. When a child is referred to us through the school we aim to see them as quickly as possible and will have a full written report posted out to the parents within one week. We open on Saturdays and during holiday periods, to ensure that we do not have long waiting lists, so children are seen in a few weeks, rather than months.

Having a short waiting time and a prompt report means that teachers can work with the children straight away to improve their learning.

What are the advantages of SMART assessments for the school?

  • Independent screening can verify school/teacher tests
  • We can advise on the best approach for support teachers to work with the student
  • It helps the school decide which students should be forwarded for a NEPS report
  • It can help students who are waiting for a NEPS report
  • As screening is available during the holidays students do not miss vital class time
  • Parents get an immediate result

Click here to see the range of assessments we offer

When should I send a child for screening?

While many experts say that a diagnosis of dyslexia can only be made after the age of 8 yrs there are many early indicators from the age of 3 yrs. The sooner a child is screened the quicker you can put in place a programme to help them learn to read. For younger children why not use our checklist. 

Workshops and Classes for Teachers


Indentification of Children with Learning Difficulties in the Early Years.

This workshop is suitable for Montessori Teachers, Childcare Professionals, Special Needs Assistants, Resource Teachers and Teachers of Junior and Senior Infants classes.

The one day course will include:
•    Checklists for indications of dyslexia in children 3 – 7 yrs
•    Indicators of Dyspraxia

•    Central Auditory Processing Disorders (CAPD)

•    ADD and ADHD
•    Checklists for early indicators of specific Learning Difficulties age 3 – 5yrs
•    Development of IEP’s for young children
•    Discussions on early interventions

Time: 10.00 – 3.00
Venue: SMART Education Centre, Moycullen, Co. Galway


JAN 2012



Foundations for Literacy

This course is ideal for teachers and parents of preschool and junior infant children, and children in senior infants and 1st class with special needs.

The course will guide teachers as to how to support and develope the following key skills:

  • ·         Handwriting and pre writing skills, developing a good pencil grip
  • ·         sequencing and thinking skills
  • ·         pre-reading skills
  • ·         language skills
Next Course: Jan 2012, Cost €60

Booking: Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis. Booking forms available from SMART Education, Moycullen, phone 091 555230, or email info@smarteducation.ie