Meet the Team

St. Michael’s Little Scholars complies with a constitution approved by the Early Childhood Ireland and we work in close consultation with Monaghan County Childcare Committee and Tusla. We adhere with Early Years’ Service Regulations 2016.

Emma Maguire
Emma MaguireManager
I have worked in the Little Scholars service since 2006. I live in Donaghmoyne, married, with 2 children. I enjoy reading and meeting new people. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Applied Early Childhood Education and Care Level 7. Fetac Level 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Garda Vetted & up to date Child Protection & FAR First Aid.
Christine Finnegan
Christine FinneganDeputy Manager
I live in Donaghmoyne. I have been working in childcare for over 11 years, I really enjoy my job. I also enjoy going to the Gym and socialising with friends and Family.
Qualifications: Fetac Level 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Child Protection, FAR First Aid Responder, Garda Vetted.
Sabrina Carolan
Sabrina CarolanEarly Years Practitioner
I have worked with the Little Scholars since 2007. Married, with 2 children, I enjoy walking, going to the gym & fitness classes. Qualifications: Childcare Fetac Level 5 & 6. Garda Vetted & up to date Child Protection & First Aid.
Lizzie McMahon
Lizzie McMahonEarly Years Practitioner
Living in Donaghmoyne, I’m married with 4 children. Walking, dancing, cooking & reading would be hobbies of mine. I’ve worked with the Little Scholars since 2007. Qualifications: Childcare Fetac Level 5. Garda Vetted & up to date Child Protection & First Aid.
Denise Wynne
Denise WynneEarly Years Practitioner
I am living in Donaghmoyne and I am married with 1 Child. I enjoy spending time with Family, meeting new people and reading. I am currently studying towards my Fetac Level 5 in Childcare. I am Garda Vetted and I have completed my Child Protection Training.
Julie Ward
Julie WardEarly Years Practitioner
I have worked at St Michael Little Scholars since May 2023. I live in Carrickmacross. I enjoy Reading, Jazzercise, Walking, Travelling and Socialising.
Qualifications: I have my Fetac Level 5 in Childcare & I am currently studying my Level 6. I am Garda Vetted and have completed my Child Protection Training.
Christiane Beims McKenna
Christiane Beims McKennaEarly Years Practitioner
I am Living in Carrickmacross. I am married. I enjoy spending time with my family, listening to music, going for walks and watching movies.
Qualifications: QQI Level 5 & 6 Special Needs Assistant. QQI Level 5 Fetac Level 5 in Childcare. Paediatric First Aid, Child Protection Training
Lisa Martin
Lisa MartinEarly Years Practitioner
I live in Donaghmoyne. I have been working in childcare for the past 14 years. I enjoy working in Childcare because every day is different and good fun. Qualifications: QQI Levels 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Child Protection, FAR First Aid Responder, Garda Vetting.
Sarah McEneaney
Sarah McEneaneyEarly Years Practitioner
I have been working in Childcare for 13 years. I have 2 children that I love to do Arts & Crafts, Baking and Gardening with.
Qualifications: I have my Childcare Fetac Level 5 & I am currently studying towards QQI Childcare Level 6. I have completed my HACCP training. I am Garda Vetted and have completed my Child Protection.