Our Teachers
& Staff

Ms. Hegarty started in Kilnamona National School in October 2022. She is teaching the senior classes of 5th and 6th. Carmel promotes the use of ICT in a child centred, dialogic classroom where respect and tolerance are at its core.

Ms. Vaughan is our Deputy Principal and has worked in Kilnamona National School since September 2007. She currently teaches junior and senior infants. Mairead's grá for Gaeilge and her creativity permeates her teaching. Her love of music and drama was evident in the Christmas Nativity.

Ms. McMahon is Kilnamona National School's longest serving staff member. She teaches 3rd and 4th class. Mary's classes get involved in all initiatives while maintaining a wonderful standard of literacy and numeracy.

Ms. Daffy started teaching in Kilnamona National School in September 2021. She teaches 1st and 2nd class. Kate has an active, child centred classroom where every child has a voice. These pupils learn the tin whistle, use iPad's for their spellings4me programme and have taken on the PickerPals initiative to keep our community litter free.

Ms. McCaw started in Kilnamona National School in September 2022. She is currently working as a Special Education Teacher. She is passionate about inclusivity and the holistic development of the child.

Ms. Harkin, SNA , has been an integral part of school life in Kilnamona for many years. She has a habit of always being where someone needs her the most, with kind words and helpful hands. She is passionate about her work and we are blessed to have her with us .

Our secretary Nuala Cotter started working in Kilnamona National School in 2012. Nuala is highly organised and efficient and always greets everyone with a smile, both pupils and staff alike. When Nuala is off duty, you may find her walking her dogs!

Olga joined our ancillary staff in her role as Cleaner / Caretaker in September 2024. We wish her every goodwill in her new role.