Person: Deirdre Griffin

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primary schoolgirl using a computer with her teacher

Helping children reach their potential: Explaining the role of special needs assistants

By helping children with educational needs, special needs assistants play a key role in mainstream schools, writes Andrea Mara.

Fri, 13 Jan, 2017

How to make homework more productive and enjoyable, for both children and parents

Homework is often a challenge for kids who come in tired after a day at school, but equally, it’s difficult for parents, especially in homes where both are working, writes Andrea Mara.

Wed, 24 Aug, 2016

Inspired by the knees of a dying man

John Donne provided the spark for Isabel Nolan’s exhibition in Bandon, writes Alan O’Riordan

Tue, 22 Sep, 2015

Get smart with phone app, SMS Tutor, aimed at helping exam students

Helen O’Callaghan talks to former TV musical director Frank McNamara about his phone app aimed at helping Leaving Cert and Junior Cert students study for their exams.

Sat, 16 May, 2015

Man gets eight years for role in cocaine conspiracy

A Fingal man has been jailed for eight years for his role in a €600,000 cocaine conspiracy.

Thu, 29 Jan, 2009