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Another great day in my lovely placement working in the morning in my special needs unit . The children I am helping are autistic with severe intellectual disabilities mentally and physically. Such rewarding work with incredible teachers who include me in all aspects and teach me along the way . I work with junior infantsContinue reading “Day Three”

Another wonderful day at work . My school is very proud of its musical programme and the children enjoy music throughout the day along with their French lessons. I have picked up a lot of Spanish words as the teachers allow me to participate with the class activities. We went to the Picasso museum whenContinue reading “Day 11”

Had a great day at my work experience loving the teachers and children and learning new skills and tasks every day . The teachers are very patient and supportive even with the language barrier. I Went to visit the Cathedral in Malaga and it was a fabulous experience. It was most definitely the most beautifulContinue reading “Day Nine”

Back to work bright and early . My classrooms had changed I was now working with 4 and 5 year olds . Beautiful children it was a pleasure spending time with and helping them with their school work and activities. I have learned so much from the teachers and children I have been assigned tooContinue reading “Day Eight”

Headed down to the port / marina to check out the markets and the beautiful scenery. Had a lovely lunch and enjoyed shopping and sightseeing

We had a great day in Granada . We did a walking tour with a guide and it was very informative and enjoyable. We learned a lot about historical sites and the history of Granada . We enjoyed the shopping areas and beautiful restaurants and cafes . I will definitely return to explore and experienceContinue reading “Day Six”

Another day working hard and enjoying the learning more about the Spanish culture in school and personally. I feel the Spanish and Irish are very similar in our mannerisms and our kindness and compassion towards other people and most of all our sense of humour. I have laughed a lot this week with the helpContinue reading “Day Five”

Another great day working in my placement. Loving the special unit, children and teachers ❤️ I move at 11am into the junior infants with another kind and very professional teacher who I have learned so much from . It has been a very heartwarming experience and the Principal, staff and children at my school haveContinue reading “Day Four”

Another great day working in the special unit and junior infants . Teachers are fantastic and very supportive and knowledgeable. We went on a tour of Alcazaba with the group . Very interesting and wonderful views . Some of us went to a beautiful Italian restaurant afterwards and enjoyed food with the view of AlcazabaContinue reading “Day Three”

A great start to our first day . We had our introduction meeting and were taken to our work placement. Absolutely love my school I am working in two classrooms both very challenging but learning so much from the amazing teachers and SNAs . It is a great school with a lovely environment. We hadContinue reading “Day One”