Playpals Playschool

29/08/2026

I am so excited to announce that I will be joining the DCU Institute of Education next month to do a postgrad in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs.

27/08/2026

Thinking of all the Playpals big and small going to school this week 🤓

22/08/2026

I am delighted to announce that I am now a Positive Parenting Coach. Through interactive exercises and personalized strategies, I can help you build a life at home that is based on mutual respect, love, and security. Feel free to contact me for more information.
- Nurturing stronger parent-child relationship.
- Promoting emotional well-being.
- Fostering resilience in your child.
- Improving their social skills.
- Encouraging academic success.
- Reducing behavioural problems.
- Instilling responsible behaviour.
- Fostering independence and autonomy.
- Understanding development stages and needs from birth to eighteen years.
- Barriers and Builders affecting parent-child relationships.
- Discipline/Boundaries/Rules/Conflict resolution.
- Reinforcing positive behaviour.
- Sibling rivalry.
- Bullying.

15/08/2026

11/08/2026

☀️🎉 Dublin City Council Summer Party on the Plaza! 🎉☀️

Ballymun Community and Social Development team is delighted to invite you to our Summer Party on Ballymun Plaza on Friday, 14th August, from 12pm–2pm. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon packed with games, spectacular bubble displays, entertaining shows, face painting, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the summer together. This free, family-friendly event has something for everyone. Pop along and create some fantastic summer memories. We can't wait to see you there! 🌞🎈
📍 Location: Ballymun Plaza
Date: Friday, 14th August
🕛 Time: 12pm–2pm
🎟️ Free admission
For queries, please contact 01 222 5741 or [email protected].

06/08/2026

What children need most during the school day. In order. 📐

Notice what sits at the base. Not circle time. Not worksheets. Not calendar drills or assessments.

When physiological needs are met and a child feels safe, connected, and trusted, their nervous system can actually settle enough to learn. Not before.

Then child-led play and outdoor time whenever possible. We would actually encourage merging these two whenever possible (child-led play outside), but recognize that outdoor accessibility looks different depending on your setting and community). Then teacher-guided experiences. The smallest slice for a reason.

Notice what isn't on here at all: Circle time. Worksheets. Calendar drills. Assessments. Flashcards. Not an accident.

The order matters more than we were taught. When children are dysregulated and disengaged, the answer is almost always found at the base of this pyramid, not at the top.

20/07/2026

Delighted to share that the FRC will be holding a Family Yoga Session on Thursday, 23rd July at 11am!

The session is designed for parents/caregivers and their children aged 4–11 years, offering a fun opportunity to move, relax, and enjoy some quality time together.

If your family would like to attend, please sign up using the link below:
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Please complete the registration form, and see the poster for more details.

10/07/2026

FREE ECCE PLACES
Glasnevin Avenue
Small class so lots of attention for your little one.
Homely, calm environment - perfect for shy or nervous children.
Playroom filled with natural air and light.
Large outdoor garden to play and explore.

01/07/2026

Enjoy a summer evening of music in the open air at Opera in the Park 🎶

Join Dublin City Council’s Cabra/Glasnevin Community & Social Development Team on Friday 17 July, 5.30pm–8pm in Griffith Park, Drumcondra for a free event for all ages.

✨ Begin with a family-friendly performance of Hansel & Gretel at 5.30pm
✨ Followed by a selection of opera favourites, musical theatre highlights and Irish songs from 6.45pm

Seating is limited so bring along your picnic blanket and enjoy a night of great music

For more information, contact the Cabra Glasnevin Community Team at [email protected] or call 01 222 7400.