Stepping Stones Special School

30/08/2026

🌟 Welcome Back! 🌟

A very warm welcome back to our students, families and staff as we begin another school year!

We hope everyone had a lovely summer and is feeling refreshed and ready for the year ahead. We are so excited to see familiar faces returning and to welcome the newest members of our school community 🥰

Wishing all of our past students the very best of luck as they continue on their next adventures. We may not see you every day anymore but you will always be a special part of our school family. ❤️

Here’s to a happy, successful and memorable school year ahead!

02/08/2026

‼️ Job opportunity ‼️
We are currently recruiting two teachers: one fixed term post and one maternity post. Applications by email only. See ad attached or for more info see Education posts.ie

10/07/2026

A special post of its own to thank Grosvenor Services for their incredibly generous support in purchasing not one but several swings and frame for our OT room! Your kindness and commitment to our school community this year has been truly overwhelming, and our students will be enjoying this space for years to come.
We are so grateful to have a business like yours that believes in supporting our school and our students and that is willing to help us achieve our dreams. Your generosity, community spirit, and willingness to help wherever it is needed are really appreciated by us all!
Thank you again to Stepping Stones Special School PA for making this partnership a reality. We look forward to working with you all again in the future 💙❤️💛

10/07/2026

And that’s a wrap on the school year and summer programme 25/26! What a fantastic year it was, full of the highest highs a token few lows and a lot of fun and learning in between!

It was a hard day today saying goodbye to 7 wonderful students! It has been a privilege to watch you grow, learn, and flourish. We are so proud of all you have achieved and know you will be as loved in your next setting as you were in this one! You will all hold a special place in our hearts.

A huge thank you to our amazing staff for their dedication, care, and commitment throughout the year. Your hard work, kindness, and encouragement never go unnoticed. We hope you all enjoy the break!

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the amazing Stepping Stones Special School PA for their continued support, hard work, and dedication throughout the year. Your time, energy, and enthusiasm make such a positive difference to our school community and we are extremely grateful to you all. And they are always looking for more members 😉

Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and relaxing summer break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another fantastic school year!

06/07/2026

🚨 Job opportunity, please share 🚨
Stepping Stones Special School invites applications for the position of Behaviour Practitioner -BCBA starting on the 1st of September 2026.
At present this is a full time position funded by a grant from the Department of Education and Skills. The successful applicant will be employed by the Board of Management of Stepping Stones Special School.

There are 42 pupils with a diagnosis of Autism and complex needs enrolled in the school. The BCBA acts as a member of the in-school management team providing support to pupils and staff using evidence based methodologies and strategies that enhance learning.

The Behaviour Practitioner reports directly to the school Principal and the Board of Management.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
✔️ Hold a BCBA certification
✔️ Hold a masters level qualification in Behaviour Analysis or a related field.
✔️ Have experience working in a multidisciplinary team.
✔️ Have at least 5 years experience providing behaviour support to individuals aged 4-18 years of age with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
✔️ Have an understanding of, and experience in Neurodiverse affirming practice.
✔️ Have excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

For a full list of responsibilities/duties please email [email protected] for attention of the Principal.

Applications can be sent to [email protected] on or before Wednesday the 8th of July and must include an application letter with an up to date CV with suitable referees.

29/06/2026

29/06/2026

🚨 Job opportunity 🚨
Stepping Stones Special School invites applications for the position of Behaviour Practitioner -BCBA starting on the 1st of September 2026.
At present this is a full time position funded by a grant from the Department of Education and Skills. The successful applicant will be employed by the Board of Management of Stepping Stones Special School.

There are 42 pupils with a diagnosis of Autism and complex needs enrolled in the school. The BCBA acts as a member of the in-school management team providing support to pupils and staff using evidence based methodologies and strategies that enhance learning.

The Behaviour Practitioner reports directly to the school Principal and the Board of Management.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
✔️ Hold a BCBA certification
✔️ Hold a masters level qualification in Behaviour Analysis or a related field.
✔️ Have experience working in a multidisciplinary team.
✔️ Have at least 5 years experience providing behaviour support to individuals aged 4-18 years of age with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
✔️ Have an understanding of, and experience in Neurodiverse affirming practice.
✔️ Have excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.

For a full list of responsibilities/duties please email [email protected] for attention of the Principal.

Applications can be sent to [email protected] on or before Wednesday the 8th of July and must include an application letter with an up to date CV with suitable referees.

22/06/2026

The caretaker role has now been filled, thank you all for your interest 🙂

12/06/2026

Drop in all your old clothes to support our collection 🙏🏻

🌟 Clear out your wardrobe and support a great cause! 🌟

Stepping Stones Special School is holding a Clothing Drive Fundraiser and we'd love your support.

📅 Saturday, 20th June
⏰ 9:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Moyglare Road, Maynooth, W23 HC66

Bring your clean, dry, good-quality clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories.

Every bag donated helps support our students and school community. 💙

Please share this post and help spread the word!