Fifth Class is the seventh year in Irish primary school and typically includes children aged 10 to 11 years old.
pupils continue to grow academically across a broad curriculum that includes:
- English – Focus on reading comprehension, grammar, and creative writing.
- Irish – Emphasis on conversational fluency, reading skills, and written expression.
- Mathematics – Introduction to more advanced topics with fractions, decimals, geometry, and problem-solving.
- Science – Hands-on experiments and learning about living things, materials, energy, and the environment.
- History – Exploration of Irish and world history, encouraging reflection and understanding of the past.
- Geography – Study of physical and human geography, with attention to both local and global environments.
- Learn Together – Promotes ethics, values, and respect for diversity.
- Arts – Creativity is developed through music, visual art, and drama.
Teachers encourage:
- Independent learning
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Continued social and emotional development
Fifth Class is a key stage where children consolidate their academic skills and begin preparing for the final years of primary school.For tips and resources on how you can support your child’s learning, visit the NCCA’s parent guide. https://ncca.ie/en/primary/
