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 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.
Denise McMahonDeputy Manager
Living in Donaghmoyne, I’m married with 2 children. I enjoy spending time with family and going to the gym.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Honours in Early Childhood Care & Education Level 8. Bachelor of Arts Applied Early Childhood Care & Education Level 7. Childcare Fetac Level 5, Leadership for Inclusion (LINC) & currently studying Fetac Level 6. Garda Vetted & up to date Child Protection & First Aid.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Honours in Early Childhood Care & Education Level 8. Bachelor of Arts Applied Early Childhood Care & Education Level 7. Childcare Fetac Level 5, Leadership for Inclusion (LINC) & currently studying Fetac Level 6. Garda Vetted & up to date Child Protection & First Aid.
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 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.

Christine FinneganEarly Years Practitioner
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 socializing with friends and family.
Qualifications: Fetac Level 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Child Protection, FAR First Aid Responder, Garda Vetted.
I have been working in childcare for over 11 years, I really enjoy my job. I also enjoy going to the Gym and socializing with friends and family.
Qualifications: Fetac Level 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Child Protection, FAR First Aid Responder, Garda Vetted.

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.
Qualifications: QQI Levels 5 & 6 in Early Childhood Care & Education. Child Protection, FAR First Aid Responder, Garda Vetting.

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.