Deidre has been working in child-care for twelve years. She has a diploma in Nursery Nursing, a diploma in Montessori Teaching, a certificate in Childcare FETAC level 5 and a child-protection certificate.

Karen has a certificate in Childcare and Special Needs FETAC level 5, a certificate in Food Hygiene, First Aid and “Start your own business” course. Karen is a mother of two young children, Amber and Tristan.

My name is Molly Maher. I have fifteen years experience working with children of all ages with varied ability in various settings; special schools, mainstream schools and community settings. My qualifications include; a Diploma in Montessori Teaching, Diploma in Special needs and a Certificate in Special Education and Childcare FETAC level 6. I am also a mother of two young children.

Hi my name is Jennifer Hough; I’m married and have two lovely sons. i am currently the playschool teacher at Little tots academy, a job that I thoroughly enjoy. I love coming to work every day, all the children are so individual and have great personalities. My qualifications include FETAC level 5 certificates in childcare and community care, i also have a distinction social studies and working with children with special needs. Along with a certificate in occupational first aid and people moving and handling.

Lynda Gorman is our team leader in the Wobbler and Toddler Room. She has a Bachelor of arts degree in early childhood care and education from mary immaculate college. she also has Fetac Certificates in Group interactions and communications. Previously she has worked as editor and training coordinator for project bubbles which is a curriculum for birth to five years.

Hi everyone, my name is Edel Moloney. I am currently the new Playschool Teacher in collaboration with Jennifer. My qualifications include a 4 year B.A. Hons Degree in Early Childhood Studies, a certificate in Childcare and Montessori and i have a current First Aid Certificate.

Sinead Ryan works in the baby room. She has a Fetac level 5 diploma in childcare and montessori. She has a current first aid and manual handling certificate also. Sinead has previous experience in the baby room over the last year. she really enjoys the younger age group and loves the challenge of the different routines.

Laura has a Fetac Level 5 qualification and has a current first aidertificat. Laura has previous experience in primary school and childcare. She has a little son named Jamie herself and has a great understanding of the age.

Anne Hickey is a local of newport working in the playschool room. she holds Fetac Level 5 qualification in childcare and first aid certification. she stays current in training having completed the keeping safe programme.

Christina is qualified in Food Hygiene, HACCAP, manual handling and First Aid. She has worked in the food industry for sixteen years.