Lynsey
Lynsey McCabe opened Bright Sparks Montessori in 2009. Having had years of experience working with children, in both formal and informal settings, teaching them in her own preschool was the realisation of a long held dream. Prior to this, Lynsey studied for her Business Degree while working full time in various team leader / management roles in Dublin and London. After completing a Diploma in Montessori and Early Childhood Education, Lynsey’s love for working with children and continuously learning from them, kept her thirst for knowledge in this area alive.
To delve deeper into the early childhood psyche, Lynsey studied Child Development, Speech and Language Therapy, Child Psychology and Therapeutic Play to diploma levels.
By the end of 2024, over 780 children will have passed through the doors of Bright Sparks Montessori - each child completely individual and unique, and each one having a very different set of needs. Having completed a Leadership for Inclusion Diploma, Play Based Learning certificates and courses on Sensory Processing and Autism, Lynsey most recently tied this knowledge together with a Masters from Trinity, in Education and Early Intervention. This has allowed Lynsey to practice early intervention techniques and strategies in her own setting, as well as to work in a supportive, advisory role to help children and their families who are dealing with particular struggles.
Lynsey is extremely passionate about early childhood development, has a specific interest in separation anxiety, and how these formative years tell each child’s unique story. Working with families and children experiencing difficulties has always been part of teaching, so Lynsey is delighted to now be able to offer further assistance in a more structured capacity.
Lynsey McCabe opened Bright Sparks Montessori in 2009. Having had years of experience working with children, in both formal and informal settings, teaching them in her own preschool was the realisation of a long held dream. Prior to this, Lynsey studied for her Business Degree while working full time in various team leader / management roles in Dublin and London. After completing a Diploma in Montessori and Early Childhood Education, Lynsey’s love for working with children and continuously learning from them, kept her thirst for knowledge in this area alive.
To delve deeper into the early childhood psyche, Lynsey studied Child Development, Speech and Language Therapy, Child Psychology and Therapeutic Play to diploma levels.
By the end of 2024, over 780 children will have passed through the doors of Bright Sparks Montessori - each child completely individual and unique, and each one having a very different set of needs. Having completed a Leadership for Inclusion Diploma, Play Based Learning certificates and courses on Sensory Processing and Autism, Lynsey most recently tied this knowledge together with a Masters from Trinity, in Education and Early Intervention. This has allowed Lynsey to practice early intervention techniques and strategies in her own setting, as well as to work in a supportive, advisory role to help children and their families who are dealing with particular struggles.
Lynsey is extremely passionate about early childhood development, has a specific interest in separation anxiety, and how these formative years tell each child’s unique story. Working with families and children experiencing difficulties has always been part of teaching, so Lynsey is delighted to now be able to offer further assistance in a more structured capacity.
Jeni
Jeni has been part of the Bright Sparks team for 4 years and has qualifications as a SNA and also as an Early Years Educator. Jeni's passion and dedication creates the most calm and safe environment for the children in the sessions. She works patiently with each child at their own pace, allowing for exploration and development through whatever means suits the child.
Jeni has first hand experience with neurodiversity, with two of her three children being neurodiverse and she has also worked directly with children with additional needs, sensory needs and emotional needs in her capacity as an Early Years Teacher.
Recently Jeni & Lynsey attended a Neurodiversity Training Day and received CPD certificates in:
- Understanding and Supporting Behaviours in the Early Years
- Supporting ADHD in the classroom
- School refusal, school anxiety and reduced timetables
- Dyslexia support in learning
- The sensory systems & challenging behaviours in Early Years
- Visual supports for Autistic Learners
"Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is the serious learning."
Denisa
Denisa works with the team at Bright Sparks as both a Montessori teacher and an Early Intervention Practitioner. Denisa brings a wealth of both qualifications and knowledge to the play sessions. Denisa has a degree in Psychology, Special Education and a Masters in Speech & Language and Educational Audiology. Denisa also has a keen interest in neurodiversity and completed her Thesis on "Behavioural Stereotypes of Children with ASD".
After working in various Early Education roles Denisa has also completed further studies in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment in the Early Years, Childhood Trauma and Challenging Behaviours.
Denisa has an insightful, intuitive and engaging nature with children of all ages and abilities, which lends itself perfectly to our play sessions. Her main goal is "to help children achieve their maximum potential through play and fun activities".
"Play is our brain's favourite way of learning" Diane Ackerman
Denisa works with the team at Bright Sparks as both a Montessori teacher and an Early Intervention Practitioner. Denisa brings a wealth of both qualifications and knowledge to the play sessions. Denisa has a degree in Psychology, Special Education and a Masters in Speech & Language and Educational Audiology. Denisa also has a keen interest in neurodiversity and completed her Thesis on "Behavioural Stereotypes of Children with ASD".
After working in various Early Education roles Denisa has also completed further studies in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment in the Early Years, Childhood Trauma and Challenging Behaviours.
Denisa has an insightful, intuitive and engaging nature with children of all ages and abilities, which lends itself perfectly to our play sessions. Her main goal is "to help children achieve their maximum potential through play and fun activities".
"Play is our brain's favourite way of learning" Diane Ackerman
The Jam
Roísín and Isolde of The Jam Ireland share the same inclusive and child led approach that Bright Sparks Early Intervention is based on. They have merged Drama and Art to create the most fantastic classes, ensuring each child has the time and space to explore their own creative abilities and interest.
Friday's classes are child led Art sessions in small groups of just 3 - 5 children. Each child will be nurtured to create whatever takes their fancy, learning to manage their emotions using a therapeutic and calming use of creative arts.
For more information please see their website below.
The team works together to develop an integrated arts experience for your child. Throughout the week we work on a theme through whole-group, partner and individual activities. Our facilitators work together to support your child to develop their creative ideas and build relationships through playful learning experiences. Their aim is to facilitate fun, engaging and memorable experiences for young people through the arts. All children are welcome!
"No two pieces of art are the same, just as no two children are the same."
Roísín and Isolde of The Jam Ireland share the same inclusive and child led approach that Bright Sparks Early Intervention is based on. They have merged Drama and Art to create the most fantastic classes, ensuring each child has the time and space to explore their own creative abilities and interest.
Friday's classes are child led Art sessions in small groups of just 3 - 5 children. Each child will be nurtured to create whatever takes their fancy, learning to manage their emotions using a therapeutic and calming use of creative arts.
For more information please see their website below.
The team works together to develop an integrated arts experience for your child. Throughout the week we work on a theme through whole-group, partner and individual activities. Our facilitators work together to support your child to develop their creative ideas and build relationships through playful learning experiences. Their aim is to facilitate fun, engaging and memorable experiences for young people through the arts. All children are welcome!
"No two pieces of art are the same, just as no two children are the same."