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Meet Our Dedicated Team

At Páistí Beaga Preschool, our team is the heart and soul of our commitment to providing exceptional childcare. Each member of our staff brings a unique blend of experience, passion, and dedication to nurturing the growth and development of every child in our care. From early childhood educators to afterschool assistants, our qualified professionals are here to create a safe, inclusive, and enriching environment. Get to know the talented individuals who make Páistí Beaga a special place for your children to learn, play, and thrive.

OUR STAFF

Sarah Hyland

Sarah Hyland

Service Manager

Qualifications: BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care, 2.1 Certificate in Leadership in Inclusion

  • Hanen Teacher Talk
  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Designated Liaison Officer & Mandated Person
Chloe Whitehead

Chloe Whitehead

Early Years Assistant and Deputy Manager

Qualifications: BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care

  • Hanen Teacher Talk
  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Deputy Liaison Officer & Mandated Person
Elise Cousins

Elise Cousins

ECCE Room Leader

Qualifications: BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care

  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Mandated Person
Carol White

Carol White

Access and Inclusion Support, Early Years Practitioner

Qualifications: Higher Diploma in Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care, QQI Level 6 Special Needs Assisting, BA Honours in Applied Humanities, Psychology and Social Studies

  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Mandated Person
Michelle Cogley

Michelle Cogley

Access and Inclusion Support, Early Years Practitioner

Qualifications: QQI Level 5 in Childcare

  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Mandated Person
Lisa Quirke

Lisa Quirke

Afterschool Assistant

  • First Aid Responder
  • Children First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Manual Handling
  • Fire Safety Training
  • HACCP
  • Mandated Person
Shauna Goldsmith

Shauna Goldsmith

Afterschool Assistant and Early Years Relief Staff

Qualifications: QQI Level 5 in Childcare

  • Lámh Module 1
  • Paediatric First Aid
  • Children’s First Introduction to Child Protection
  • Mandated Person
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