Help as a school

Here you’ll find everything you need to know to support Sightsavers from the classroom, including resources for lesson planning and information about our workshops.

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Workshops and lesson plans

Sightsavers Ireland is currently unable to offer in-person workshops, but we have developed an exciting virtual workshop that can be completed in class or as homework.

The Put Us in the Picture schools website aims to engage children aged seven to 13 on issues of development, disability inclusion and the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as exploring how Irish people own and participate in Ireland’s international development programme through Irish Aid.

Students watch animated movies and play interactive games, and are rewarded with badges to mark their achievements. Upon completion, each student receives a downloadable certificate naming them a ‘Disability Inclusion Champion’.

Start the adventure today at www.putusinthepicture.ie

We also offer a selection of downloadable lesson plans aimed at children in different age groups. You can download copies of these below.

Lesson plans to download

Arthur smiles in the classroom while wearing his new spectacles.

Sightsavers workbook for schools

Put Us in the Picture: Our workbook features learning activities based on disability inclusion.
Download the workbook and our colouring in poster. Finished the workbook? Test your knowledge here

A large group of school students in Malawi. They're wearing bright blue uniforms and are gathered outside, smiling and cheering.

Secondary-level lesson plans

Seeing Our World: This CSPE and transition-year learning resource explores blindness and human rights around the globe, featuring learning exercises and practical projects. Download in English

Minahil, a 12-year-old student from Pakistan, smiling while looking towards the camera and holding a school textbook.

Primary-level lesson plans

Open Your Eyes: A resource for early years and primary students, including interactive exercises and activities.
Download in English
Leagan Gaeilge
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Pacáiste grianghraf: leagan Gaeilge

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