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Yes = sea No = ní hea Thank you = Go raibh maith agat Thank you very much = Go raibh míle maith agat You're welcome = Tá fáilte romhat Please = Más é do thoil é, Le do thoil. Excuse me = Gaibh mo phardún Hello = Dia dhuit Goodbye = S ....

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.... in primary schools. The Department of Education and Science direct the educational system. The primary education sector comprises primary schools, special schools and non-aided primary schools. It serves about 500,000 children. There are just over 3,200 primary schools, which account for the education of 98 per cent of children in this sector. They receive capital funding from the State, supplemented by local contributions. There are funding arrangements for some schools in disadvantaged areas and for children with special needs. There are 116 special schools and 64 private primary schools. Primary education emphasizes a child-centered approach ....