Mc Grath School of Speech and Drama

Mc Grath School of Speech and Drama Classes are held in Creeslough, Glenswilly and Kilmacrennan and cater for children of all Students work on all aspects of Speech, Voice, Drama, Acting and Mime.

The Mc Grath School of Speech and Drama have centres in Creeslough, Glenswilly, Downings and Kilmacrennan and they cater for children from aged 4 upwards. The classes are run by sisters Emma and Karen Mc Grath who are both qualified Speech and Drama teachers having gained their Associate and Licentiate diplomas from The Irish Board of Speech and Drama. Both teachers have studied drama for over 20 years and have a wealth of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Above all, classes are an enjoyable experience for students. The class combines fun with a focus. A variety of elements including poetry, prose, mime and improvisation, movement to music, plays, drama games and communication skills are covered in each term. Students work on solo pieces as well as group work. Your child will be involved in performances during each term and also given the opportunity to take part in the Grade exams of the Irish Board of Speech and Drama. The lively and imaginative basis of the class ensures that students quickly lose inhibitions and eagerly participate in class. In this way, students gain confidence and have great fun in the process! The classes equip each student with many important tools to help them to achieve their full potential. While learning and developing a range of techniques, students develop their personality, interact with their peers, enjoy new skills and most of all have lots of fun, in a lively and creative environment. In this way, students gain a confidence, which will carry and support them throughout their lives

Emma is a qualified primary school teacher and comes from a strong background in film, television and radio. She is a qualified adjudicator and examiner. Emma has adjudicated at national festivals and feiseanna and is a diploma examiner for the Irish Board of Speech and Drama. Karen is also a primary school teacher with a specialty in Special Education. She is currently completing a Postgrad in SEN which will benefit students even more. Karen has vast experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Each class comprises of limited numbers with a mix of boys and girls from aged 4. Each student is challenged according to their ability. Limited places available


Give your child a lifelong confident edge.

27/08/2026
All classes resume next week, starting in Creeslough on Monday 31st August. Most classes are full however there is limit...
26/08/2026

All classes resume next week, starting in Creeslough on Monday 31st August. Most classes are full however there is limited availability in Glenswilly. Send us a DM if interested. Looking forward to another fun filled year ahead!

Congratulations to Eva McGinley on completing her Irish Board of Speech and Drama Associate Diploma and qualifying as a ...
07/08/2026

Congratulations to Eva McGinley on completing her Irish Board of Speech and Drama Associate Diploma and qualifying as a Speech and Drama teacher. Eva was one of our very first students when we first established in 2011. Her dedication and talent saw her complete all her Grade exams and Public Speaking grades with us, often being awarded the gold medal. A very proud full circle moment for us in Mc Grath School of Speech and Drama. ♥️👏🏻🎭

Any of our young superstars interested in this fab opportunity?
06/06/2026

Any of our young superstars interested in this fab opportunity?

❄️ YOUNG ANNA/ELSA AUDITIONS ❄️
❄️ ENSEMBLE AUDITIONS ❄️

❄️ The roles of Young Anna and Young Elsa will be auditioned on Wednesday 10th June at Illistrin National School at 6.30pm. These roles are for children aged 9-12 years. You DO NOT have to book an audition slot, but please PM the page if you are going so we have an idea of numbers.

❄️ For those interested in being part of the ensemble, please come along to Illistrin National School on Tuesday 23rd June at 7.30pm.

See you there!

We received lovely feedback from a former student who sat their Leaving Cert English paper today-"All those years of doi...
03/06/2026

We received lovely feedback from a former student who sat their Leaving Cert English paper today-
"All those years of doing speech & drama have certaintly paid off". Their drama skills and public speaking experience helped them complete their written paper with ease.

Such a lovely message to get.

Good luck to all our students and their families as they begin their Junior and Leaving Cert today. You've got this 💪🏻
03/06/2026

Good luck to all our students and their families as they begin their Junior and Leaving Cert today. You've got this 💪🏻

And that's a wrap on another quick and successful year for all our boys and girls. We ended this week with lots of fun w...
01/05/2026

And that's a wrap on another quick and successful year for all our boys and girls. We ended this week with lots of fun with our arts and crafts workshop and our African drumming! Many thanks to Roseanne and Ronan for all their tuition. We had great fun. Enjoy the summer break everyone and just a reminder to text to reserve your place for September if you haven't already.

Congratulations to all our medal winners;Fiadh McGinley, Public Speaking Grade 3,Sarah McGlynn, Public Speaking Grade 6,...
30/04/2026

Congratulations to all our medal winners;
Fiadh McGinley, Public Speaking Grade 3,
Sarah McGlynn, Public Speaking Grade 6,
Anna Harkin, Grade 3,
Clodagh Murray, Grade 2,
Caitlin Sharkey, Grade 3,
Tori Kelly, Grade 2,
Hannah Neely, Public Speaking Grade 4,
Maura Liddy, Public Speaking Grade 4,
Clodagh Walsh, Public Speaking Proficiency.

Congratulations to all our talented and hard working students on their excellent exam results with the Irish Board of Sp...
28/04/2026

Congratulations to all our talented and hard working students on their excellent exam results with the Irish Board of Speech and Drama. You all received amazing grades and wonderful comments from our examiners. We are so proud of you all. 🎊🥳🎭

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