Cúla4 facts for kids
| Country | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | Ireland, Northern Ireland, Worldwide Online |
| Network | TG4 |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | Irish |
| Picture format | PAL I standard |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Teilifís na Gaeilge |
| Sister channels | TG4 |
| History | |
| Launched | 31 October 1996 (Programming block) 1 September 2009 (Channel) |
| Former names | Cúlabúla (1996–1999) |
| Availability | |
| Terrestrial | |
| Saorview | Channel 4 |
| Freeview (UK) | Channel 51 (Northern Ireland only) |
| Cable | |
| Virgin Media (Ireland) |
Channel 104 (TG4 SD) Channel 137 (TG4 HD) Channel 602 (Cúla 4) |
| Virgin Media (UK) |
Channel 877 (TG4) (Northern Ireland only) |
| Satellite | |
| Saorsat | Ka-Sat 9A (9.0°E), TP 20185 L (TG4) |
| Astra 2E (28.2°E) | 12304 H 27500 2/3 (TG4 HD) 11914 H 27500 5/6 (TG4 SD) |
| Sky (Ireland) | Channel 104 (TG4 HD) Channel 804 (TG4 SD) |
| Sky (UK) | Channel 163 (TG4 HD) Channel 837 (TG4 SD) (Northern Ireland only) |
| IPTV | |
| Magnet Entertainment | Channel 104 (TG4) |
| Smart Vision | Channel 414 (TG4) |
| Eir TV | Channel 104 (TG4 SD) Channel 118 (TG4 HD) Channel 602 (Cúla 4) |
| Streaming media | |
| TG4 | Watch live (TG4) |
| Virgin TV Anywhere | Watch live (TG4, Ireland only) |
| AerTV | Watch live (TG4, Ireland only) |
Cúla4 (which means Cúla Ceathair in Irish) is a special TV channel and a group of shows made just for kids who speak Irish. It's available in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. TG4 is the company that runs Cúla4.
Cúla4 started as a group of shows in 1996. Then, in 2009, it became its own TV channel!
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What is Cúla4 ar Scoil?
Cúla4 ar Scoil means "Cúla 4 at School." This was a special educational TV show created in April 2020. It was made when schools had to close during the 2020 pandemic.
The show helped students keep learning from home. It was filmed in Connemara, a beautiful part of Ireland. Teachers Caitriona ni Chualain and Fiachra O Dubhghaill taught daily lessons. A second series started in September with teachers Orla Ní Fhinneadha and Micheál Ó Dubhghaill.
Cúla4's Different Show Times
Cúla4 has different blocks of shows for different age groups. A "programming block" is like a special time slot with shows picked for certain viewers.
CÚLA4 NA nÓG: For Our Youngest Viewers
- This block airs from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
- It's made for very young children, usually ages 2 to 5.
- All the shows here are in the Irish language.
- Some popular shows you might know include:
- Elmo's World
- Tar ag Spraoi Sesame (which is Sesame Street in Irish)
- Dora the Explorer (in Irish, teaching Spanish words)
- Ni Hao Kai Lan
- Franny's Feet
- Dive, Olly, Dive
- The Mr. Men Show
CÚLA4: Shows for Ages 6 to 11
- This block runs from 2:00 PM to 4:50 PM.
- It's for kids aged 6 to 11 years old.
- Here are some of the exciting shows you can watch:
- Ben 10
- Johnny Test
- SpongeBob SquarePants
- Scaredy Squirrel
- Back at the Barnyard
- Eliot Kid
- The Mighty B!
- Skunk Fu
- Bog Stop
- Fanboy & Chum Chum
- Clarence
PONC: For Teens and Young Adults
- PONC airs from 4:50 PM to 7:00 PM.
- This block is for older kids and teenagers, from 12 to 18 years old.
- It features live-action drama series and shows from other countries.
- Some shows include:
- Aifric (an Irish drama also shown in Scotland)
- Life with Derek
- 8 Simple Rules
- My Super Sweet 16
- The Hills
- The City
- Gossip Girl
- South Park
- One Tree Hill
- Dance Academy
- Switched at Birth
- Wipeout
- What I Like About You
- PONC also shows extreme sports programs like Planet X and Groms Tour.
- The presenters for PONC are Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill and Colmán Mac Séalaigh.
Other Fun Shows on Cúla4
Cúla4 has many other great shows for kids. Here are some of them:
More Shows for Younger Kids (Cúla4 na nÓg)
- Abby & Scoil Eitilte na Síoga (Abby's Flying Fairy School)
- Ag Spraoi le Claude (Fun with Claude)
- Arán Draíochta (Cloud Bread)
- Béar Mór agus Gíog (Big Bear and Squeak)
- Dora (Dora the Explorer) (in Irish, teaching Spanish)
- Eachtraí Bert & Ernie (Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures)
- Elmo Anseo (Elmo's World)
- Global ag Taisteal (Global Grover)
- Igam Ogam
- Inui
- Kioka
- Loopdidoo
- Mouk
- Ni Hao, Kai-Lan (in Irish, teaching Chinese)
- Olivia
- Óstán Furchester (The Furchester Hotel)
- Raa Raa an Leon Glórach
- Rith Diego Rith (Go Diego Go) (in Irish, teaching Spanish)
- Saol faoi Shráid
- Toto i dTrioblóid (Toto Trouble)
- Tractor Tom
- Traein na nDineasár (Dinosaur Train)
- Wonder Pets
- Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!
More Shows for Older Kids (Cúla4)
- Angelo Rules
- Atomic Betty
- Abby Hatcher
- Avatar: The Last Airbender
- Codename: Kids Next Door
- Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show
- Edgar and Ellen
- Eloise
- Firehouse Tales
- Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends
- Garfield
- Grandpa in My Pocket
- I.N.K. Invisible Network of Kids
- Jay Jay the Jet Plane
- Lizzie McGuire
- Pet Alien
- Puppy in my Pocket
- Scaredy Squirrel
- The Batman
- Scéalta Tom & Jerry
- The Fairly OddParents
- Winx Club
- Watership Down
Movies Dubbed into Irish
Cúla4 has also translated some popular children's movies into the Irish language. This means you can watch your favorite films while practicing your Irish! Some of these movies include:
