Croileagan Gaidhlig Ulapul in a few words.
| 🏠 About Croileagan Gaidhlig Ulapul
Croileagan Gaidhlig Ulapul is a community-based, non-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing the early development of children through Gaelic-medium education and play. Based in the heart of Ullapool, we provide a safe, stimulating, and welcoming environment where young children can grow, learn, and thrive—immersed in the richness of the Gaelic language and culture.
| Objectifs.
Promote Early Childhood Education
To support the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of pre-school children through high-quality early years education.Encourage Gaelic Language Learning
To immerse children in the Gaelic language through everyday play, conversation, stories, and songs, fostering early language acquisition in a natural and enjoyable way.Conservation and Habitat Protection: To advocate for and contribute to the protection of seal habitats in Orkney, ensuring that local ecosystems remain healthy and supportive of seal populations.
Provide a Safe and Nurturing Environment
To offer a secure, caring, and inclusive space where children feel confident to explore, play, and grow.Engage and Support Families
To work in partnership with parents and carers, offering guidance, support, and opportunities for involvement in their children’s learning journey.
| Value.
Child-Centred Learning
We believe that every child is unique, capable, and full of potential. Our approach places children at the heart of everything we do, nurturing their curiosity and supporting their natural development through play.
Gaelic Language and Culture: We are committed to preserving and promoting the Gaelic language and heritage. Through daily use of Gaelic in play and learning, we help children build a strong connection to the language and cultural identity of the Highlands.
Care and Nurture: We provide a warm, loving, and supportive environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to express themselves. Kindness, empathy, and respect are at the core of our daily interactions.
MISSION.
At Croileagan Gàidhlig Ulapul, our mission is to provide high-quality early years education through the medium of Gaelic, nurturing confident, curious, and happy children in a safe, caring, and inclusive environment.
We aim to support each child's development through play-based learning, while fostering a strong connection to the Gaelic language, culture, and community. By working in partnership with families, we help lay the foundations for lifelong learning, identity, and well-being.
