First Class Takes is a fun series from RTÉ KIDS where comedian Tony Cantwell sits down with Irish Primary Schoolers to find out what they REALLY think about the world around them.
The show, available on RTÉ Player and RTÉ KIDS YouTube, brings a bit of chaotic energy and delivers loads of laughs. The young stars tell us what's what - parents will be glad to learn 6-7 is OVER!
Tony said: "I believe that children are our future - not these kids though! Ah no - chatting to the kids was a blast. I couldn't get over how funny, bright, and environmentally responsible they all are. Years of sitting at the kids' table to get out of boring adult small talk has finally come in handy."
He gets an earful of all the big opinions on everything from school to family, money, holidays, technology, dream jobs and there's some advice for grown-ups too! Listen up!!
Inspired by the warmth of the classic TV show School Around the Corner, the series has been reimagined for today's audience.
Watch Episode 2 above!
Suzanne Kelly, Head of Children’s & Young People's Content, RTÉ, said: "First Class Takes is exactly the kind of content we love making for RTÉ KIDS - funny, surprising and completely unfiltered. We all know kids have a lot to say about how the world works, so we thought it was time to give them the mic! Tune in to hear their takes which are honest, hilarious and brilliantly wise. Kids really should be running the world!"
Massive thanks to all the staff and young people who took part:
- St Nicholas' Primary School, Longwood, Co Meath
- St Ultan’s Primary School, Cherry Orchard, Dublin
- After Schools Education & Support Programme, Sheriff Street, Dublin
- St Patrick’s National School, Curtlestown, Co Wicklow
Watch First Class Takes on the RTÉ KIDS YouTube channel and stream all episodes on RTÉ Player.
The series was Produced by RTÉ KIDS' Aoife O'Neill and Directed/ Edited by Ger Walsh.
