- Departments - Learning Support
Members of Department
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Mrs S. McMahon – SENCO
Mrs M. O’Hagan – Assistant SENCO
Mrs C. McGinn – Executive Officer
Classroom Assistants
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Mrs Cecilia Hackett
Mrs Orla Hughes
Mrs Mary T. Mallon
Miss Ursula McAleer
Mrs Katrina McAnenly
Ms Michelle McArdle
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Mrs Mary McCann
Mrs Siobhan McCreedy
Mrs Claire McGirr
Mrs Lynn McKenna
Mrs Carol Moss
Mrs Kellie O’Neill
Nurture Provision - Sólás Room
The word Sólás means relief, comfort tranquility, at peace and mindfulness.
The Sólás room was opened by Mr Lavery in October 2016.
Purpose of St. Ciaran’s Nurture Provision
Our Nurture provision offers a short term focused, early intervention strategy, which addresses barriers to learning and social integration arising primarily from social, emotional or behavioural difficulties, in an inclusive and supportive manner.
The 6 Principles of Nurture
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Children's learning is understood developmentally.
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The classroom offers a safe base.
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Nurture is important for the development of self-esteem.
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Language is understood as a vital means of communication.
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All behaviour is communication.
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Transitions are significant in the lives of children.