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Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College

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Rich tradition of teacher education since 1898. Proud of our graduate educators making a difference. Led by Dean of Education, Prof. Emer Ring

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Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College @miceducationfac.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Big moment at the launch of the LINC+ CPD Programme (2021–2023) Proud to be part of the LINC Consortium w/ @earlychildhoodireland.ie + Froebel Dept Maynooth Funded by DCEDIY, flexible/online—empowering educators to build truly inclusive spaces. #Inclusion #EarlyYears #Inclusion #CPD #LINCProgramme

Screen shot of webinar for the launch of LINC+ evaluation

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Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College @miceducationfac.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Calling all teachers & schools 📣 National Survey on play rights in primary schoolyards is live! Play is vital for health, learning & inclusion—yet we lack data. Help us build the case for support. 💬 Share widely forms.office.com/e/eQzrMCB8Dq #EdChat@ucc.ie 👉 forms.office.com/e/eQzrMCB8Dq

QR Code for survey link in front of cartoon of children playing.

National Survey evaluating provision for play rights in Irish schoolyards. What is this survey about? Providing space for play in schoolyards is not only a children’s rights obligation—it is important for children's health, learning and social lives and so creates healthier, more inclusive school environments and aligns with key curriculum and school policy goals.

Breaktimes account for at least 12% of the school day, yet there is a lack of data, guidance, and funding to help schools make the most of this time.

While often described by children as the most enjoyable part of their day, research also shows that the schoolyard can be a space of exclusion for some students and a source of stress for teachers.

To effectively advocate for greater resources and support, we first need a clearer picture of the current situation—how diverse schools around Ireland are providing space, time, and opportunities for outdoor play during break times.

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Faculty of Education, Mary Immaculate College @miceducationfac.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

We are delighted to host @ncca for their seminar on Aistear: the Early Childhood Curriculum Framework, with Lisha O'Sullivan, Emer Ring, Mary Daly, Lorraine Farrelll, Sharon Skehill #Aistear #EarlyChildhood #HigherEd @micireland.bsky.social

Photo of Lisha O'Sullivan, Emer Ring, Mary Daly, Lorraine Farrell, Sharon Skehill pictured in the Early Education room in Mary Immaculate College surrounded by early years resources.

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