How do I submit an entry?
Please submit all entries via the form
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What if I have an issue submitting the form?
If you find the above is not working or you have any other questions please get email us at [email protected]
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What are the categories?
Children and teenagers, aged between 4-17, can enter through one of the following categories:
Arts and Crafts – Enter any piece of arts or crafts that they’ve done throughout the year. Examples: A picture, icon, woodwork, metalwork, embroidery, etc. You may upload up to 5 photographs as required to capture the work.
Literature (As Gaeilge or English) – Examples: A short story, poem, etc Works must be typed up (poetry readings are not a suitable format)..
Music – Send a video or audio of your child performing a piece of music. This can be a group or solo performance.
A child can enter more than one category, but please submit only one entry per category. Entries do not have to be based on a religious theme, but are preferred.
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What is the cut-off date for the age categories?
A child’s age will be determined by their age on the submission deadline for that year’s awards.
Age categories are based on how old the child is on that date, regardless of their birthday later in the year.
Example:
If a child turns 8 on or before the submission deadline, they will be placed in the 8–9 age category.
If they turn 8 after the deadline, they will remain in the 6–7 age category.
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What is the aim of the awards?
The Catholic Home Education Awards have been established to encourage home-educated children in a love of their Faith, through a creative and fun competition that will also create a bigger sense of community among home-educated families through the awards.
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When is the deadline?
The deadline for receiving entries will change from year to year. Please refer to the poster, the front page, or the About page for current details.
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Where and when will the winners be announced?
The award ceremony will take place at the Convent of the Sisters Adorers of the Sacred Heart in Ardee. The winner announcement details may change from year to year. Please refer to the poster, the front page, or the About page for current details.
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What are the judging criteria?
Originality: Creativity and uniqueness of the work.
Technical Skill: Proficiency in the chosen medium (e.g., sound, writing, or visual art).
Presentation: Overall impact, organisation, photography/videography, attention to detail, and clarity of the work.
Beauty: The work reflects the harmony, order, and transcendence of God’s creation and traditional ideals of beauty.
Independence: Effort and quality appropriate to the child’s age, with recognition of independent work versus excessive parental involvement.
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Who is organising the awards?
The awards are being organised by the Knights of Saint Columbanus, Council 3, with the aim of restoring all things in Christ for those home-educating their children. If you’re interested in learning more about Council 3, check out our Facebook page below.