The Atelier Journal

What I’d Actually Do on the First Day of School With 5- and 6-Year-Olds
What I’d Actually Do on the First Day of School With 5- and 6-Year-Olds
The first day with a class of 5- and 6-year-olds can feel like there is so much you need to get through. Names. Rules. Routines. Books. Belongings. Toilets. Lunches. Classroom... Read more...
Some Days I Feel Confident. Some Days I Don't.
Some Days I Feel Confident. Some Days I Don't.
The other day, someone asked me how I stay confident as a teacher. It made me stop and think for a moment because the truth is, I don't always feel... Read more...
The Version of Success I Used to Want
The Version of Success I Used to Want
I have said this before, but I think it’s so important to share this reflection, especially at this time of year when so many teachers are applying for jobs or... Read more...
Substitute Teaching in Ireland: Everything You Need to Know
Substitute Teaching in Ireland: Everything You Need to Know
Subbing can feel a little like being thrown in at the deep end. One day, you’re in a cosy Junior Infants classroom surrounded by Play-Doh. The next, you’re explaining long... Read more...
5 Top Tips for Parent-Teacher Meetings
5 Top Tips for Parent-Teacher Meetings
Ah, parent-teacher meetings, the educational equivalent of a Marvel post-credits scene. Parents walk in, eager (or anxious) to find out what’s next for their child’s learning journey, while teachers brace... Read more...
Motivating Your Students: The 6 C's
Motivating Your Students: The 6 C's
Turner and Paris' Six C's of Motivation provide a comprehensive framework for understanding and fostering motivation in students and it has been the backbone of my teaching since day dot.... Read more...
Annie Ryan Creator of the MMI Journal's 1 Non- Negotiable for Promoting Wellbeing in the Classroom!
Annie Ryan Creator of the MMI Journal's 1 Non- Negotiable for Promoting Wellbeing in the Classroom!
BEFORE I BEGIN… I am deeply committed to wellbeing in my own classroom, and while I’m eager to share my experiences, I’m in no way claiming to be an expert.... Read more...
5 Top Tips for Delivering a CPD Session
5 Top Tips for Delivering a CPD Session
Ah, CPD. A blessing or a curse, am I right? CPD can be totally enlightening, opening doors to new insights, skills, and ideas that inspire even the most dilligent and... Read more...
Starting in a New School? Me Too!
Starting in a New School? Me Too!
My 5 Top Tips for Your First Week at a New School   Starting a new school year always brings a mix of emotions, especially when you're stepping into a... Read more...
5 Things as a Teacher I Wish I Realised Sooner
5 Things as a Teacher I Wish I Realised Sooner
As I approach the end of my fifth year as a teacher, I've been reflecting on my journey so far quite a lot. I've experienced numerous insights and lessons, from... Read more...
Incremental Credit: What is it and how do I get my primary teaching years recognised in Ireland?
Incremental Credit: What is it and how do I get my primary teaching years recognised in Ireland?
Disclaimer The information shared in this blog post has been gathered from followers who have personally gone through the process. I do not claim that this is the most accurate... Read more...