Yn Skimmee Gaelgagh

The Manx Language Service

We offer a total of four broad courses in Manx, starting from Key Stage 2 through to an Advanced (A Level equivalent) Certificate.

Each course has its own specification and means of assessment.


Teish Vunneydagh (Key Stage 2)Teisht Vunneydagh (Key Stage 2) Teisht Undinagh (Foundation Certificate)Teisht Undinagh (Foundation Certificate)
Teisht Chadjin (GCSE)Teisht Chadjin (GCSE) Ard Teisht (A Level)Ard Teisht (A Level)

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Teisht Vunneydagh (Key Stage 2)
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What is it? The Teisht Vunneydagh is Manx children's first formal contact with Manx Gaelic if they are not at the Manx medium primary school, Bunscoill Ghaelgagh, and is aimed at Key Stage 2 study (years 4, 5, and 6 of primary school). Primary school children are taught Manx for 30 minutes every we…

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Teisht Undinagh (Foundation Certificate)
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What is it? The Teisht Undinagh is a pre-GCSE, foundation certificate that aims to equip students with the basics of Manx language. Who can take the Ard Teisht? The course is offered to pupils in secondary school. Why take the Ard Teisht? Participation in the course assists with pupils general unde…

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Teisht Chadjin (General Certificate)
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What is it? The Teisht Chadjin (General Certificate) is a GCSE equivalent qualification that aims to give students a fundamental knowledge and understanding of Manx vocabulary and grammar. The course builds on successive years of learning particular words and structures in Manx, covering eight unit…

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Ard Teisht (Advanced Certificate)
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What is it? The Ard Teisht (Advanced Certificate) is an A Level equivalent certificate that aims to equip students with a detailed and functional knowledge of Manx vocabulary and grammar though contemporary and historical literature. The course also focuses on contemporary social and political issu…

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