Set in the open countryside of Brannockstown, Camphill Dunshane Day Opportunities is a thriving hub for creativity, connection and learning. Rooted in nature and community life, Dunshane offers adults of all abilities the opportunity to grow, express themselves and participate in meaningful daily experiences that promote confidence, wellbeing and belonging.
Set in the countryside of Brannockstown, Camphill Dunshane Day Opportunities offers a creative environment where adults grow, connect and participate through nature, community life and meaningful experiences.
Camphill Dunshane Day Opportunities, Brannockstown, Naas, Co. Kildare. W91 XV5T
+353 87 406 9075
Monday–Friday 10:00–16:00
Dunshane is one of Camphill Communities of Ireland’s most established and vibrant campuses, combining the rhythm of the land with a wide range of educational, creative and community based programmes. Guided by the HSE New Directions framework, every individual experience is person centred, flexible and focused on meaningful outcomes.
The campus environment creates opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn practical skills, participate in creative activities and develop strong relationships within a supportive and inclusive community.
Dunshane is one of Camphill Communities of Ireland’s most established and vibrant campuses, combining the rhythm of the land with a wide range of educational, creative and community based programmes. Guided by the HSE New Directions framework, every individual experience is person centred, flexible and focused on meaningful outcomes.
The campus environment creates opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn practical skills, participate in creative activities and develop strong relationships within a supportive and inclusive community.
Camphill Communitites of Ireland is governed through a clear structure of oversight, leadership, and local accountability, ensuring consistency, quality and transparency across all communities and services.
Exploring creativity through colour, expression and imagination.
Leads organisational strategy, compliance, finance, services, and operations.
Creating friendships and belonging through community participation.
Connecting with nature through gardening and sustainable living.
Supporting wellbeing, confidence and joyful everyday moments.
Every programme at Dunshane is designed to support individuality, confidence and meaningful participation. Through creativity, farming, practical learning and wellbeing supports, individuals are empowered to explore interests, develop skills and participate fully within community life.
Pottery, basketry, painting and candle making fill Dunshane’s workshops with colour and imagination. Creative programmes encourage self expression, focus and the joy of creating something unique and meaningful.
The kitchen is a warm and social environment where individuals learn practical cooking skills, prepare meals and develop confidence through shared experiences using produce grown on campus.
Gardens and polytunnels are central to life at Dunshane. Individuals learn organic growing, composting and sustainable cultivation while working together throughout the changing seasons.
The working farm creates opportunities for hands on learning through caring for animals, planting crops and participating in the rhythms of the land. Farm life encourages responsibility, confidence and belonging.
Swimming, yoga, movement sessions, walking groups and music all contribute to a strong culture of wellbeing and inclusion. Shared celebrations and seasonal events bring the wider community together in joyful participation.
Dunshane supports individuals to actively participate in community life through shared learning, seasonal celebrations, volunteering and meaningful daily contribution. Every programme is designed to strengthen confidence, independence and belonging within a connected and supportive environment.
Camphill Communitites of Ireland is governed through a clear structure of oversight, leadership, and local accountability, ensuring consistency, quality and transparency across all communities and services.
Camphill Communities of Ireland maintains a strong commitment to safeguarding, governance and person centred supports. All services operate in line with the HSE New Directions framework and Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse policy, ensuring that every individual is supported within a safe, respectful and empowering environment.
To learn more about Dunshane Day Opportunities, our team is here to guide you. We can help individuals and families explore opportunities, programmes and pathways that support meaningful participation and personal growth.
