Hi all, My name is Greg and I am the new Caretaker here at Pelletstown ETNS. I haven't worked in a school before so it's a whole new experience for me. I like to keep busy and do a lot of walking during the day, sometimes almost 20,000 steps. My favourite place to walk is along the Bull Wall in Dollymount with my two dogs. I like all forms of nature and wildlife, especially insects and I hope to be able to transform the new school into one of the best schools in Dublin for wildlife diversity and conservation. I look forward to working with the pupils and teachers in order to achieve this.

Hi, I am Maeve. I have lived in Dublin all my life and I have three children. Before starting in Pelletstown ETNS, I worked part time in the Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed, I also helped out in my husband's business WAGS launderette in Rathborne. This is my first time working in the education sector, I am loving it. A child will walk past the office and give me a wave or a smile, it makes the day seem brighter.

Dia dhaoibh! My name is Caitríona and I'm the Principal here in Pelletstown Educate Together National School. I'm delighted to have been in this role since the school opened in September 2015. It has been lovely to watch our school continue to grow and develop since then, when we opened with 45 Junior Infants. I am originally from Dublin 7, so am local to the area! I love teaching children about human rights and being a global citizen, and have worked in this area in Moldova and Uganda. I also love teaching music and choir in school. In my spare time I enjoy playing piano, practicing yoga and walking in the Phoenix Park!

I am originally from Blanchardstown and attended local schools in Dublin 15. I have been teaching for many years and I joined the Pelletstown school community in 2015, when the school first opened. I was delighted to accept the role of Deputy Principal in November 2016 and I am very excited to help the school develop over the next number of years. I have a keen interest in Gaeilge and Maths and thoroughly enjoy teaching these subjects in the classroom. I enjoy using ICT to create fun and interactive lessons to keep the children motivated in learning. I believe mindfulness and physical activity are a crucial part of daily learning and try to incorporate these wherever possible. Outside of school, I enjoy baking, yoga and GAA. Up the DUBS! 🙂

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Dia Dhaoibh! My name is Aoife. I am from Dublin 11 and went to school only around the corner from here. I love teaching every subject but my favourites are Maths and Science. I also love teaching Aistear with the younger classes and love incorporating play into my teaching. I think we all learn at our best when we are having fun! I am very passionate about the Educate Together ethos and love that we get to learn about lots of different cultures and celebrate everything that makes us unique. When I am not in school, I love to go on walks on the beach with my dog Rua or play GAA with my local club.

Dia Dhaoibh! Ailbhe is ainm dom. I am from Dublin. My favourite subjects to teach are English, Maths and Art. I love bringing creativity into all my lessons and encourage my students to be as creative as possible!

A little bit about me…

• Favourite colours: Orange/Yellow
• Favourite Season: Summer
• Favourite vegetable: Broccoli
• Favourite fruit: Mango
• Hobbies: Reading, travelling and bringing my dog Bó for walks

Hi everybody! My name is Orla, I'm from Dublin and I am very lucky to say that I am a teacher here in Pelletstown ETNS. I love listening to music and if you walk past my class during the day you will be sure to hear lots of songs and singing (especially Disney tunes!). I love reading and I always try to include stories into the work that we are doing in class, to help grow the children's imaginations, creativity and understanding. I have always been enthusiastic about learning new things and I am currently learning to play the piano! My favourite subjects to teach are Science and Art. I really enjoy seeing everyone's creativity grow and discover new and different ways of thinking when completing projects and experiments in these subjects (I guess that's why Science/STEM week is probably my favourite!). I am so thankful to have been welcomed into this wonderful school community and it brightens my day to see all the happy faces around the school.

Hello everyone! My name is Aisling and I am a Junior Infant teacher this year. You can find me in Seomra 2! I have been teaching in Pelletstown Educate Together National School for a few years now and I count myself very lucky to be part of a young, vibrant and enthusiastic team. We love to see happy children coming into school everyday, excited to learn and to have fun!

Here are some fun facts about me;

• Favourite colour: Yellow
• Favourite hobby: Yoga
• Favourite animal: Dogs (in particular, my dog, Bonnie)
• Favourite time of year: Summer
• Favourite food: Granola
• Favourite subject to teach: Maths

In my free time, I like to spend time with my family and my friends, go for walks on the beach and read.

Wishing all of our wonderful students a happy school year! Have fun!

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Hello everyone! My name is Grace and I am a class teacher here in Pelletstown ETNS. I am very excited for the year ahead and all the fun we are going to have! My favourite subjects to teach are Gaeilge and Drama.

• Favourite colour: Orange
• Favourite animal: Elephant
• Favourite band: Picture this
• Favourite place: The beach
• Favourite book: Danny the Champion of the World
• Hobbies: Football camping

Hi Everyone, My name is Shane. I am originally from County Mayo but have lived in Dublin for three years now. I’m still a Mayo man at heart. I love playing GAA for my club back home but I also love playing golf (very badly). My favourite subjects to teach are Gaeilge, Maths and History. I love using technology in the classroom and I am always looking for ways to include it in my lessons. I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone this year.

Here are 5 facts about me:

• Favourite food: Chicken Curry
• Favourite soccer team: Liverpool
• Favourite Movie: Any superhero movie especially Spider-man
• My Hobbies: GAA, Soccer, Reading and Golf
• Favourite colour: Blue & Green

Hello, my name is Lorna. I am from Ballyboughal in North County Dublin. I love working at Pelletstown ETNS because the children and staff are so lovely, helpful, polite and friendly. I love to teach science, art and reading and I love to visit the Community Garden with my class to learn about how to grow and take care of a garden.

Here are some things about me to help you know me better:

• Favourite colour: Blue
• Favourite season: Autumn
• Favourite film: Finding Nemo
• Favourite place: The beach
• Favourite animal: Octopus
• Favourite hobby: Scuba diving and paddle boarding
• Favourite food: Anything on the BBQ!

Hi, my name is Kate. I am a teacher in Pelletstown Educate Together N.S. I'm originally from Dublin 15 and attended primary school in the local area. While I enjoy teaching all subjects I have a keen interest in Gaeilge, Maths and Science and love teaching these subjects in the classroom. I also really enjoy engaging in Aistear with the children as we explore and learn about a range of themes such as the Opticians, the Hospital and the Toy Shop. I believe that daily mindfulness and physical activity play an important role in the well-being of children and therefore I carry these practices out daily with the children.

Here are some other things that I like and enjoy:

• Favourite colours: Blue and yellow
• Favourite Season: Summer
• Favourite fruit: Pineapple
• Favourite vegetable: Carrots
• Favourite hobbies: Baking, reading and dancing
• Favourite book: Harry Potter
• Favourite animal: Horse

My name is Bill. I am a teacher at Pelletstown E.T.N.S. I am originally from Thurles in Co. Tipperary. I have been teaching at Pelletstown ETNS since 2016 when our school was just 4 classrooms in a marketing suite and a car park. It has been a long road, but to see where the school is now, and to have been a part of this growth, has been a very rewarding experience.

• Favourite hobby: Golf
• Favourite cuisine: Vietnamese
• Favourite month: July
• Favourite cartoon as a child: Thomas the tank engine
• Bill moment: when I was in 4th class I asked my primary school principal for a mirror after having had my teeth cleaned, because the dentist told me I had "the cleanest teeth in Ireland". I was directed to the staff toilet so I could look at my very clean teeth.

Dia dhaoibh! My name is Joanna. Originally from Poland, I have made Ireland my home and have learned and grew to love the Irish language which I now share with the children. Apart from Irish, the subjects I enjoy teaching the most are Maths, Art and PE. I also have a strong interest in nature and believe that children should spend as much time outdoors as possible. I cherish the diversity of our great school as we learn so much from each other and make our lives more interesting. Outside of school, I spend a lot of time hiking in the Wicklow mountains, gardening, walking and playing with my dog and reading.

My name is Rory. It's great to be in a school where everyone is so kind and friendly to each other.

These are some of my favourite things:

• Favourite Colour: Blue
• Favourite Animal: Elephant
• Favourite Hobbies: Hurling, Football, Reading, Watching Films
• Favourite Book: Harry Potter
• Favourite Fruit: Apple
• Favourite Season: Summer

Hi everyone! I'm Ríanne and I'm a teacher at Pelletstown ETNS. I love working here because I meet so many amazing people and I have learned so much from the teachers and students here. My favourite subjects to teach are art and ethical education. I especially love teaching about taking care of our planet because I think this is so important. In my classroom, we reuse as many materials as we can and try to use the least amount of waste as possible. I also love art because I love the freedom of creating using many different materials and encouraging others to do that too! Outside of school, I love to read! I especially love to read biographies of people I admire. I love travelling too, my favourite place to travel to is Paris.

Here are some interesting things that you might like to know about me!

• Favourite food: Cheese
• Favourite colour: Purple
• Favourite season: Winter
• Favourite book: Fantastic Mr. Fox
• Favourite animal: Dog
• Favourite movies: Beauty & the Beast

Hello everyone! My name is Sinéad and I am originally from Galway. Before joining our lovely school, I taught in Abu Dhabi for 7 years. I absolutely love being a teacher and I am a huge believer in the ethos and values of Pelletstown Educate Together N.S. My favourite subjects to teach are Gaeilge, art and music!

• Favourite colour: Red
• Favourite animal: Deer & crocodile
• Favourite vegetable: Mushrooms
• Favourite place: Chicago
• Favourite hobbies: Travelling, cooking and anything that involves animals!

Hi there! My name is Amy and I am a teacher here in Pelletstown Educate Together National School. I am from the Navan Road and attended school myself not too far from here. I love being active and playing sports like GAA and Camogie. I also enjoy listening to podcasts and travelling to new places. My favourite subjects are English, PE, Geography and Art. I believe that being active in the classroom mixed with mindfulness activities can strike a lovely balance and help the children to learn. I am also fond of making up poems and rhymes and think that this is an excellent way to help the children to learn new things! I really enjoy coming in every day and seeing lots of smiling faces, and believe in a very warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Hi everyone! Darragh is ainm dom. I'm from Dublin and this is my first year teaching in Pelletstown ETNS. I did a placement here a few years ago and was delighted to come back full time to such a lovely, welcoming school. Having gone to a Gaelscoil, I love using a 'cúpla focail' throughout the day. My favourite subjects to teach are Maths and Science. I enjoy doing experiments and learning about the world around us and I'm always looking forward to Science Week. I have a big interest in music and sport. I play the trumpet in my free time and enjoy watching GAA and rugby, but my favourite pastime is bringing my dog Frodo on a walk. I can't wait to get to know everyone in the school community this year.

Hello everyone! My name is Claire. I am from Co. Offaly. My favourite subjects to teach are maths and geography, especially when learning about nature and the environment. Hopefully we will get to do lots of gardening and forest school activities this year.

• Favourite colour: Purple
• Favourite season: Spring
• Favourite fruit: Raspberries
• Favourite vegetable: Carrots
• Favourite food: Ice cream
• Favourite hobbies: Swimming and paddle boarding
• Favourite animal: Bee

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Hello! My name is Laura. I'm from the beautiful Co. Kerry. I really like to make lessons as active and as fun as possible. It's great to see the children involved and excited about learning.

In the words of Maria from The Sound of Music - These are a few of my favourite things:

• Favourite Colour: Blue
• Favourite season: Autumn
• Favourite fruit: Strawberries
• Favourite vegetable: Sweet potatoes
• Favourite hobbies: Badminton, Swimming and Reading
• Favourite animal: Sloth
• Favourite book: Dr. Seuss - Oh, The Places You'll Go

Dia dhaoibh! My name is Stephanie and I started working in Pelletstown ETNS in September, 2022. I love working in a school where everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I grew up in County Mayo (Mayo for Sam!) and have always wanted to work with children. I love helping children to reach their full potential and to learn how to respect other people's similarities and differences. Travelling is my passion and I have travelled to lots of countries all over the world. I like sharing stories about my travels with the pupils. In my spare time, I love doing calligraphy and getting outdoors for walks, stand-up paddling and exploring! My favourite food is my Mum's lasagne and I really, really don't like mushrooms.

Hi everyone! My name is Grace. I am from Dublin 11 and I am delighted to be a teacher here at Pelletstown Educate Together N.S. I love teaching P.E., Art and Music in school. I play the violin in my spare time and conduct orchestras. I love playing sports and especially the GAA. (Up the Dubs!). My classroom is inclusive and I love to celebrate the diversity of all of our students here at Pelletstown ETNS through Music, Dance and Creativity.

Hi, I’m Aoife. I’m from Dublin and I’ve been an Educate Together teacher since 2004. I enjoy teaching all of the subjects, especially Maths, History, Geography and Art. The Learn Together curriculum is very important to me. I enjoy helping children to view the world in different ways and from different perspectives, encouraging them to see themselves as active agents for change in our world. Outside of school, I like to read, watch boring programmes about politics and listen to my children add suggestions to their list of ‘500 reasons why we should get a dog.’

Dia dhaoibh, my name is Orlaith and I'm proud to say this is my fourth year teaching in Pelletstown Educate Together. I am the Nurture Teacher and have enjoyed setting up our Nurture Room which is now within the main building of our school. l live close by, in Dublin 9 where I went to school and play Gaelic Football with my local club, Na Fianna. I am a firm believer in the Educate Together principles which ensure that we are all treated equally and our differences are celebrated!

Hi my name is Audrey and I am an additional needs assistant here in Pelletstown Educate Together. I am from Glasnevin where I live with my husband and three daughters. I have qualifications in Early Childhood Care and Education. My favourite time of the year is autumn, my favourite colour is white and my favourite thing to do is watch my children dance and see them happy. I also love to read. I really enjoy helping all children be the best version of themselves, to encourage and support them to achieve their goals. I like to offer a helping hand wherever is needed.

Hi everyone, my name is Bríd. I live in Carpenterstown and have 3 children. I’m originally from Galway. I worked in pre-school for 10 years before moving to primary school. I love gardening, arts and crafts, chatting and having lots of fun with all the children in P.E.T.N.S.

Hi everyone, my name is Carol. I am an ANA in Pelletstown. I really enjoy helping all the children have a great day in school. I am a firm believer in the Educate Together ethos. I think it is important that all children learn to celebrate the different cultures and individual uniqueness surrounding them in a safe, happy and inclusive environment. In my spare time I love to go walking in the Phoenix Park and along the canal, regardless of the weather. I recently started Zumba classes which I really enjoy. I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling the world.

My name is Ciara. I am an ANA in Pelletstown ETNS.

Hi everyone, My name is Jen I have been an ANA in Pelletstown since 2021. I am extremely passionate about my job and the ethos of our school and I enjoy working with the children and staff at Pelletstown. I’m my spare time I run a camp for Children with autism. I love being outdoors and doing thinks with my family.

Here are some of the things I enjoy:

• Favourite food: Italian
• Favourite country: Thailand
• Favourite season : Autumn
• Favourite colour: Blue
• Favourite Disney movie: Pinocchio
• Favourite drink : Green tea with lemon

Hello, My name is Jodie. I live in Dublin 15, not too far from the school. I know the school from working in School Kids Aloud and I joined PETBS 2024. My favourite colour is purple and I love spending time with my family, reading and walking my two dogs Buddy and Jack.

Hi, my name is Katie and I’m an ANA here in Pelletstown ETNS. I absolutely adore children and helping them in any way I can. I have qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care and also in Inclusive Support. My favourite colour is pink and favourite food is Indian food. I’m from Cork but living in Dublin a long time. In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym and travelling to Cork to see my family and friends. I am so lucky to be working in the happiest school on the planet and smile coming to work every day.

Hi, my name is Leanne and I am from Finglas, so local to the area. I'm working in Pelletstown ETNS since April 2022 where I began working in the Kingfisher class as an ANA. This year I am lucky enough to work in our new outreach class, Cruidín. I hope to see everyone around our new school now that we are all finally together in our building.

• Favourite colour: Pink
• Favourite animal: Dog
• Favourite movie: The Greatest Showman

Hi, I’m Lorraine and I am an ANA here in Pelletstown ETNS, I really love my job. I enjoy working with children of all ages, they teach me a lot. I like singing, walking on the beach, family time, baking, travelling, Liverpool Football club and I especially love KINDNESS!

Hello, my name is Róisín and I’m an Additional Needs Assistant here in Pelletstown ETNS. I like to help any boys and girls who may need it during their day. Sometimes my dog Scooby comes to school with me on special days, he’s very tall, quiet, gentle and loves gentle children too. I also keep honey bees but I don’t bring those to school! I have one daughter who is a grown up now. I’ve also done a lot of travelling and am passionate about our wonderful planet.

Here are some more of my favourite things:

• Favourite colour: Blue
• Favourite food: Anything spicy... oh and Mangoes!

Hi everyone, my name is Sarah and I am an SNA in Pelletstown ETNS. This is my first time working in the education sector and I am loving it! I love working in a classroom and helping children as best I can. I am a very sporty person I played Gaelic football for 13 years and I love going to the gym. I went to Dundalk Institute of Technology for 4 years and studied Health and Physical Activity.

Here are a few of my favourite things:

• Favourite sport: Gaelic
• Favourite Colour: Blue/ Red
• Favourite Animal: Dogs
• Favourite Season: Summer
• Favourite Fruit: Watermelon
• Hobbies: Shopping and going to the gym

Hi everyone, my name is Sharon. I am an ANA in Cruidín class since May 2024. I am delighted to be working with all the children and I find great fulfilment in assisting them in every way possible. In my spare time, I love to bake, make crafts and spending time with my family. Everyone at Pelletstown ETNS has been so welcoming and I feel very blessed to be working here.

Tracey puts a smile on everyone's face around the school - not only because she heats and delivers the hot lunches but because she is so friendly to all the children!

Dia dhaoibh, is mise Áine. I am from Dublin. Before teaching here, I worked in Swords ETNS and before becoming a teacher I worked as a journalist on Newstalk. I am passionate about the Educate Together ethos and I really enjoy teaching Ethical Education. I sing and play guitar and I try to incorporate music into a lot of our activities in the classroom. One of my favourite subjects to teach is Literacy. I love reading and I enjoy finding new diverse books for my class to explore together. I think one of the best ways to develop empathy and understanding for one another is to read about someone else's point of view in a book. Someday, I would love to write a children's book myself. Outside of school my hobbies are gymnastics, swimming and surfing.

Dia dhaoibh! My name is Laoise. I am a teacher in Pelletstown Educate Together N.S and I am delighted to be a part of this lovely school community. I'm originally from county Monaghan. Is breá liom Gaeilge, so if you see me around the school be sure to use your cúpla focal! I love teaching and I especially enjoy teaching Maths, Gaeilge, P.E. and Art. I love playing sports and I think it is really important that all children are active and moving throughout the school day. I love travelling and I can't wait to discover new places again soon!

Here are a few of my favourite things:

• Favourite Colour: Green
• Favourite season: Summer
• Favourite place: The beach
• Favourite hobbies: Running, swimming and paddle boarding
• Favourite fruit: Pineapple
• Favourite book: Matilda

Hi everyone, my name is Sarah and I am from Dublin. I am an ANA here in Pelletstown Educate Together. I really enjoy my job here and helping out wherever is needed throughout the day. On the weekends I enjoy going to the beach, swimming, and spending time with my family.

Hi my name is Melissa and I am an ANA in Cruidín class. I am new here and so excited to be working in Pelletstown. My favourite subject is art and I love to paint in my spare time.

Hi everyone! I have been teaching since 2013 and joined this wonderful school in August 2016. I grew up in the countryside in County Wicklow and since I was in primary school I wanted to become a teacher! I learned how to play violin and piano when I was younger. I have always loved to sing and sing with friends all the time. My favourite subjects to teach are Art and Music. Like Pablo Picasso, I believe that all children are artists and I love to see what they can create! I enjoy travelling during our holidays and love learning about new cultures.

Dia dhaoibh gach duine! My name is Claire. I am originally from Dublin 15 and went to primary school just up the road! I love to teach all the subjects, but my favourite subjects are Maths, Science and Gaeilge. I believe that mindfulness and exercise are very important and help us to work better during the day. It might be ten jumping jacks or ten deep breaths, but little breaks are good for our brain! Outside of school I like to go for walks in the park and I'm also a big sports fan. Hockey and GAA are my favourite sports! I always have a book in my bag and love to read. When you see me, you can ask me what book I'm reading at the minute! As my favourite author, Dr Seuss, says "the more you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn the more places you'll go."

Hello everyone, My name is Ann Marie. I really enjoy being a teacher and seeing so many smiling faces every day. I love teaching my class lots of new things. My favourite subjects are Gaeilge, Science and Art. I love reading and exploring new books.

Here are some of my favourite things.

• Favourite colour: Turquoise
• Favourite season: Summer
• Favourite vegetable: Pepper
• Favourite hobby: Painting
• Favourite animal: Dog
• Favourite book: We're Going on a Bear Hunt