Sinead Lavery
Chairperson
For parents
Partners in your child’s education
Families are at the heart of Knockconan. Here’s how to get involved, where to find what you need, and some lovely free resources for learning at home.
Parents’ Association
A brilliant, busy team
Our Parents’ Association does so much to enrich school life - fundraising, volunteering and bringing the school community together.
Alicia Smyth
Vice Chairperson
Paula Hannigan
Secretary
Niamh McKenna
Secretary
Yvonne Treanor
Treasurer
Eimear Treanor
Assistant Treasurer
What they do
- Helping with Santa’s visit each December
- Fundraising for resources - whiteboards, sports equipment and more
- Volunteering at performances and community events
- Environmental collections - phones, batteries and clothing
- Book donations to the library and toys for early-years spaces
- Hosting information evenings and training for families
A community that delivers
From the much-loved annual events to a hugely successful race night, the Parents’ Association’s energy makes a real difference to the resources and opportunities our children enjoy.
Practical info
Quick links for families
Learning links
Free websites for learning at home
A curated collection of trusted, free educational sites. Filter by subject to find what suits your child.
A parent tip: for younger children, focus on phonics, spelling, sight words and shapes; for older children, practise multiplication tables and review what they’re covering in class.
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Get involved
Every family makes Knockconan stronger
Whether it’s lending a hand at an event or just keeping in touch, we’d love to have you involved.