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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… |
| ARAN KNITTING – Intermediate / Advanced Knitters In this cosy class, you will begin to learn the techniques of crafting traditional Aran knitwear through weekly, hands-on stitch pattern demonstrations followed by an on-going, in-class support provided, aran knitwear project towards the latter part of the term. Suitable for intermediate and advanced skill levels, this experience is a fantastic introduction to both advanced… |
| Knitting (Beginners) In this cosy class, you will learn the basics of knitting through weekly, hands-on demonstrations followed by an on-going, in-class support provided, knitwear project towards the latter part of the term. Suitable for complete beginners, or those who may need a refresher to knitting, we will be covering: Cast-On, Knit, Purl, Knit and Purl in… |
| Soap, Candle & Balm Making In this 6 week course, students can look forward to making soaps, candles and body balms. Fun and easy to make with no specialist equipment needed, as well as being completely natural, with no additives or synthetic chemicals. All the ingredients are vegan friendly and not tested on animals. We will also start to develop… |
| 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 an 8 week class for experienced and improver women basketball players starting 26th September ’24. If you are familiar with the rules of basketball (even… |
| Bridge (Introduction) Learn Bridge on Monday 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 Doyle C.B.A.I. |
| Cake Decorating & Sugarcraft Learn a variety of cake decorating techniques in this 6-week course. Learn the correct technique of decorating a cake, make a variety of cake toppers such as teddy bears, small animals, baby items, flowers, festive and occasion cakes and much more. A relaxing, creative way to spend a Wednesday afternoon! Materials including a dummy cake… |
| Christmas Cupcake Workshop - Bake & Decorate CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES – Bake & Decorate! Sat. 23rd Nov. 10.00am -1.00pm €45 We will bake cupcakes and make buttercream in class. Participants will be required to bring the ingredients for cupcakes & buttercream – ingredients and recipes will be emailed in advance. All the materials for decorating (cases, cutters, piping equipment, sugar paste, food colours… |
| Creative Writing (8 week course) A practical workshop based programme designed to help people approach creative writing in a way that they can feel confident unlocking their own personal stories and getting them down on the page. This process uses a combination of carefully guided steps and peer to peer motivation, all within a fun and encouraging atmosphere. 8 week… |
| Crochet - Improver This course is suitable for students with knowledge of the basic crochet stitches & would like to improve their skills. In a relaxed environment you will learn how to crochet a naming/christening blanket, using new stitches, how to join using different techniques & finishing off. You will also learn how to read diagrams (if you… |
| Crochet for Beginners In this 10 week course, learn the beautiful handcraft of crochet in a relaxed & friendly environment. Create a square in a different stitch for the first 4 weeks. Weeks 5 -8 will see you joining your squares, adding a border & tassels to complete your first project, a small blanket. By joining our class,… |
| 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… |
| Film & TV Appreciation An introductory exploration of classic and modern cinema with specific focus on how films have changed and developed over time, understanding different genres and how the art of visual storytelling works. With the steady popularity of TV drama in recent years, this course now also features an additional focus on just what makes thrilling television… |
| Flower Arranging - Autumn and Christmas Make festive arrangements for your home in this 10-week course – candle pot, table arrangements on the agenda finishing with a Christmas wreath. 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:… |
| Interior Design Workshop INTERIOR DESIGN (6 Hours) Sat. 16th & 23rd Nov. 10.00am -1.00pm €45 Introduction to Interior Design covering colour schemes, wall coverings, floor coverings, kitchen & bathroom layouts & tips on the latest trends. Tutor: Brenda Lawlor |
| Jewellery Making (Beading) Workshop Create 3 unique Christmas presents by creating 3 pieces of jewellery. All materials and use of equipment included in course fee. Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White Online booking available at www.donahiesadulted.ie Sat. 23rd Nov. 10.00am -2.00pm €50 |
| 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. Course takes place in computer room, students can bring along own laptops if they prefer. 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/Advanced 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… |
| MS Word, File Management & Excel course 20 hour MS WORD, FILE MANAGEMENT & EXCEL course Suitable for beginners. Course runs Mondays (Excel) Mondays & Wednesdays (Word & File Management). If you have MS Excel/Office 365 on your laptop, please bring your laptop along to class! Relaxed, friendly atmosphere. (Save €15 by booking both modules together – BOOK THIS COMBINED COURSE UNDER… |
| 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 and Meditation (Donahies Community School) This 6 week Mindfulness and Meditation course is for those who wish to deepen spiritual awareness and learn simple relaxation techniques to practice in their journey through life. Tutor: Dermot Kirby |
| 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 |
| 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 - Level 1 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 - Level 3 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 is a more advanced level for students, who have… |
| Pilates Level 2 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 looks to develop and challenge teh student’s knowledge of… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (IMPROVERS - Tuesday evenings) This Pottery and Ceramics course 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… |
| 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 materials. Tools required, tool set available from tutor at… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (Beginners and Improvers Thursday 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 materials. Tools required, tool set available from tutor at… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (Beginners and Improvers Wednesday 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 materials. Tools required, tool set available from tutor at… |
| 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 materials. Tools required, tool set available from tutor at… |
| Pottery and Ceramics Course (IMPROVERS ONLY - 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 materials. Tools required, tool set available from tutor at… |
| Qi Gong (Introduction) 6 week introductory course in Qi Gong. Qi gong is an ancient Chinese practice which helps to develop and balance the life energy (qi). It consists of synchronised movement, breathing and meditation and is designed to enhance health, balance emotions, and calm the mind. Practiced regularly, it makes joints more supple, strengthens the muscles and… |
| 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 Limited number of machines available, please enquire before booking 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 Limited number of machines available, please enquire before booking *Online… |
| 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 Limited number… |
| 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 Limited number of machines available, please enquire… |
| 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. Materials not included. Tutor: Mary Coonan Limited number… |
| 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 Continuation LEVEL 1 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 (Beginners Continuation LEVEL 2 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 - Beginners 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 at the helm! Tutor: Clara Díaz Suárez *Online enrolment… |
| Spanish Improvers 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 2 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… |
| Tai Chi - Beginners (Wednesday afternoons) 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 afternoons) 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 6.30-7.45pm) What would it be like to trust and empower yourself through a kindness based yoga practice? A class focusing on regulating the nervous system through somatic movement. Become aware, awake and alive through conscious experience of the body…. feeling at home in your own skin by sensing the body from the inside out. No yoga… |
| Yoga (Tuesday evening All Levels 7.45-9.00pm) What would it be like to trust and empower yourself through a kindness based yoga practice? A class focusing on regulating the nervous system through somatic movement. Become aware, awake and alive through conscious experience of the body…. feeling at home in your own skin by sensing the body from the inside out. No yoga… |
| Yoga - Beginners Yoga teaches us to reconnect with ourselves and the world around us. My class is a peaceful space to help you unwind in body and mind. My focus is Hatha Yoga with a gentle flow, and I use a combination of yoga poses, breathing techniques and relaxation. Students of all ages and fitness levels are… |
| Yoga Flow & Restore (IMPROVERS) Are you stuck in your yoga poses and would like to move on? Challenges help us to get out of our comfort zone, and with repetition, each week you will get past the familiar and ease yourself with poise and grace into new poses that serve your mind and body. What are you waiting for,… |
| Latina Dance (Zumba Style) at Donahies Community School Hi everyone! Latina Dance is my new energetic dance and fitness class to the sounds of my native rhythmic Latin beats. In Colombia, we believe dancing is the body’s way of smiling, and my aim for every class is that you shake, sweat and leave with a smile! Similar to Zumba, which has its origins… |
