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.
Denise McMahon
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.
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.
Christine Finnegan
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.
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.
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.