Our third and fourth class children have been busy over the past few months interviewing the staff of Scoil Chlíodhna CNS. The children composed their own questions and have worked on how to appropriately conduct an interview including good listening and how to pose follow up questions. They have also been practising their typing skills to help publish the interviews.
Keep an eye on this page to find out more about all of the Scoil Chlíodhna Staff.
Múinteoir Ian
3rd & 4th Class Teacher
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
Yes, I really like working in Scoil chliodhna because all the children and teachers are really kind and respectful.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My school had the same amount of children which was similar. One main difference was that we did book work for most of the day and rarely did fun activities. In Scoil Chliodhna we do lots of hands on fun things.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
I would be an architect because I really enjoy working with my hands. I love building and designing things and I also really enjoy art. That is why Art is now my favourite subject to teach.
What is your favourite hobby?
My favourite hobby is running. I don’t really do many competitive races but like to run alone to keep fit.
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
My favourite game was hurling because my friends all played with the local GAA club and I got to meet them there. Also I think because I was good at hurling it helped me to enjoy it more as well.
Múinteoir Catherine
3rd & 4th Class Teacher
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
I love working at Scoil Chlíodhna. It is a happy place. The staff are so nice and the children are lovely.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My school was very different to Scoil Chlíodhna. The school was much bigger, there were more than 500 pupils. Everyone was Catholic and everyone was white, except for one child. I was very happy at my school as a child but we didn’t have the chance to learn about other cultures or traditions like we do at Scoil Chlíodhna.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
If I wasn’t a teacher, I would love to be a psychologist.
What is your favourite hobby?
When I was a child, I loved playing camogie and also enjoyed playing the piano. Now, I love walking my dog.
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
I liked playing rounders and chase as a child.
Múinteoir Niamh O’
Junior Infant Teacher
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
I like working in Scoil Chliodhna because I love the kids and teachers. The kids also show great care for each other.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My school was a little different. It was a lot smaller as there were only 13 people in my classroom. We were all very friendly to each other.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
If I wasn’t a teacher, I would have opened a cafe because I love baking. I also really enjoy looking at other cafes.
What is your favourite hobby?
I love reading books and I love going for walks
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
My favourite game as a child was badminton and I was good at it. I won 2 All Ireland medals when I was in secondary school.
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
I love working in Scoil Chliodhna CNS because every one is so kind and it is a very friendly place. It is a very nice place to be.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
It was very similar. There was one difference we had black boards and chalk.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
I would try to be a baker because I love baking at home and I like baking sweet treats.
What is your favourite hobby?
I like to read because it opens up your mind.
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
Me and my friends liked playing with skipping ropes and saying the skipping rope rhymes.
Múinteoir Éilis
Junior Infant Teacher
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
Yes, like being in Scoil Chliodhna. I am new here and I got a great welcome from parents and staff. The school is a very happy, positive place.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My teachers were a lot older than what we have in Scoil Chliodhna. There was no colour in my school books and also we did lots of book work and no hands on activities.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
I would have been a florist. I have done some florist courses and I really like to arrange flowers..
What is your favourite hobby?
I really like walking. I also play the flute
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
I used to love skipping. Also I enjoyed playing yoyo. I could do some cool yoyo tricks.
Múinteoir Dairine
Senior Infant Teacher
Múinteoir Niamh D.
Senior Infant Teacher
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
I love working at Scoil Chlíodhna CNS. All of the staff and teachers are very friendly. I think the children are very kind and the school as a whole is very inclusive. They don’t want anyone to feel left out
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My school was different. It was run by the Catholic church whereas this school is run by the ETB. I much prefer this school because I like how it is inclusive.
If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be?
I would probably be a scientist
What is your favourite hobby?
My favourite hobby is reading. I also used to play basketball and camogie when I was in school.
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
My favourite game was Blind Man’s Buff. It’s like Hide & Seek, except you have a blindfold on.
Rúnaí Gayle
Secretary
Do you like working in Scoil Chlíodhna CNS and why?
I really love working here, it is such a happy place to be. The staff are very helpful and the children are great.
When you were a child, was your school the same as our school?
My school was very different, but I met some of my best friends for life there.
If you weren’t a secretary, what would you be?
I wanted to be a nurse, but as time went on, I changed my mind. So I am delighted I did.
What is your favourite hobby?
My favourite hobby would be going to the gym,and walking my dog George. I love cooking too.
What was your favourite game as a child and why?
I played camogie for many many years, I wasn’t very good at the beginning, but I tried really hard and got better at it.