Literacy Support for Parents/Guardians - NALA
The National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA) offers help and advice for parents/guardians who have difficulty reading, writing, spelling or doing mathematics. They have a Freephone number parents/guardians can call 1800 20 20 65 or a website www.learnwithnala.ie – parents/guardians can learn by themselves or with the support of a tutor on the phone. All services are free.
NALA also has a website www.helpmykidlearn.ie that provides some suggestions for activities that parents/guardians can do with their children to develop their literacy and numeracy. It includes general information, fun activities and useful tips that can be integrated into any part of their day. In addition, NALA has produced promotional posters and bookmarks with information about the website Help My Kid Learn, and how parents/guardians can support their children’s learning over the summer.
Education and Training Boards (ETBs) deliver family learning programs across the country. They also offer courses to improve adult literacy, numeracy, and digital skills. Many ETBs work with schools and other organisations to create tailored learning opportunities for parents, guardians, and families. For more information, contact your local ETB Adult Literacy Service, your Regional Literacy Coordinator, or the Adult
Literacy for Life National Programme Office. Visit www.adultliteracyforlife.ie or email allinnovation@solas.ie.
All ETB and NALA services are free.