11 Jul From Overwhelmed to Organised: How Clevertouch Supports Irish Schools

Teaching in today’s schools is more demanding than ever. Teachers are under pressure to create engaging, effective lessons while balancing heavy workloads and limited time. Simplifying lesson planning isn’t just helpful – it’s essential for maintaining high-quality education and teacher wellbeing. In this post we’ll discuss how Clevertouch interactive flatscreens are supporting Irish schools and teachers resulting in better learning outcomes.

The Current Educational Landscape

Irish schools, particularly in urban areas like Dublin, continue to face teacher recruitment and retention challenges. According to the Department of Education’s Statistical Bulletin (2023/24), the number of primary and post-primary teachers increased slightly, but the demand in high-growth regions and specialist areas still outpaces supply. Subjects such as mathematics, Irish and the sciences remain particularly difficult to staff. Furthermore, the Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) reported in January 2024 that rising class sizes and limited classroom resources are contributing to high stress levels among newly qualified teachers. These pressures are amplified by increasing enrolments, especially in suburban Dublin, putting additional strain on schools already operating at capacity.

The Planning Time Crunch

A 2024 survey by the Teachers’ Union of Ireland found that 72% of newly qualified teachers reported “unsustainable levels of stress,” largely due to long hours, large class sizes and limited classroom resources. One participant in the survey shared, “By the time I finish planning and correcting, I’m mentally drained. The workload feels never-ending and support is thin on the ground.” This reflects the growing challenges faced by many early-career teachers in Ireland. With expanding curriculums, special education needs and pressure to integrate digital tools, teacher burnout is a real and rising concern.

The Clevertouch Advantage

That’s where Clevertouch comes in. Designed by educators, for educators, Clevertouch makes planning faster, easier and more dynamic. Teachers can build interactive, multimedia-rich lessons in minutes – not hours. “What once took over an hour to research, embed, import and create a lesson now takes just minutes” says Sue Cook, a former teacher and Clevertouch expert. The tools are user-friendly and perfect for modern classrooms looking to embrace digital transformation without the usual tech headaches.

Dual Platform Functionality

Clevertouch supports both Android and Windows platforms, so teachers can create content on one system while delivering lessons on another. It’s a flexible approach that suits the rhythm of real classrooms. Need to build resources on your laptop while projecting interactive content to the class? No problem. Dual platform functionality makes multitasking seamless and intuitive.

Interactive Digital Whiteboard Benefits

Forget about photographing whiteboards or transcribing brainstorms. Clevertouch’s digital whiteboard lets students and teachers collaborate in real time on an infinite working wall. Content can be saved, revisited and shared easily for revision or homework. This tool turns classroom discussion into living content, helping students feel more involved and making learning stick.

Cleverstore: Instant Access to Educational Apps

Inside the Clevertouch ecosystem, teachers will find the Cleverstore – a treasure trove of free, ad-free educational apps and games. No need to ask IT for permission or chase installations. Just open the Cleverstore, browse by key stage or subject, and get started immediately. These ready-to-go resources are ideal for quickly boosting lesson content or finding engaging support materials.

Lynx Software: PowerPoint Reimagined

If you’re used to PowerPoint, you’ll feel right at home with Lynx. But Lynx is designed for education, with built-in interactive tools, video integration and drag-and-drop media features that speed up lesson prep dramatically. No more flipping between applications. Lynx streamlines your workflow, letting you focus on teaching, not tech.

Snowflake: Ready-made Lessons

Running out of time? Snowflake has your back. It’s packed with pre-built lesson content ready to download and use. You can also tap into the global teaching community by sharing and downloading content via its online portal. It’s a lifesaver for busy teachers juggling multiple subjects or key stages.

Clevershare: Visualise Student Work

Clevershare turns any tablet into a visualiser, so teachers can display student work live on the screen. Want to move away from the board and sit with groups instead? You can control the screen remotely from your tablet or phone. This flexibility encourages a more collaborative and student-focused classroom dynamic.

Case Studies: Real Schools, Real Impact

Schools like Aberdeenshire Council and The Linden Academy are already seeing the benefits. Their feedback highlights reduced planning times, more engaged students and an easier integration of digital tools into daily teaching. These are real-world examples of how Clevertouch changes the game.

How Toomey AV Supports Digital Transformation

As Ireland’s leading school AV specialists, Toomey AV doesn’t just supply tech – we support schools from consultation to AV installation. Our team knows education, and we’re committed to making digital tools work for real classrooms. We help teachers adopt Clevertouch smoothly, providing training and technical support every step of the way.

Why choose Toomey AV for Clevertouch solutions?

We’ve been helping schools for over 50 years. Our experience means we don’t just sell hardware – we build relationships and offer solutions tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re upgrading your classroom or launching a full digital strategy, Toomey AV is the partner you can trust. Clevertouch is transforming how teachers plan, deliver and manage their lessons. It’s quicker, smarter and designed with real classroom challenges in mind. With Toomey AV’s guidance and expertise, schools across Ireland can unlock its full potential. Give us a call now on +353 1 4660515 or contact us online to learn more.

The future of teaching is here – and it’s a lot less stressful.