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Management

My name is Irene Heredia, I own & manage both our settings. I’m qualified in Primary Teaching, Early Childhood Care and Education and Special Needs and started working in after school activities with children when I was in Secondary School. 

It has always been my passion to work with children and have been lucky to gain great experience working as a Primary Teacher and Early Childhood Educator. I moved to Ireland in 2012 and worked in childcare facilities and schools with children of different ages. Special Needs has been an important part of my career along the way.

I opened the first setting in Glounthaune in 2018 and Midleton in 2024. In Generation Education we offer a wide range of services for children of different ages: Preschool, After-school and sessional Camps.

Our aim is to bring in new methodologies and ways of learning while introducing a second language – Spanish-, in the early years. We are a multi-denominational, co-educational setting where all children and families are welcome and where the main goal is to educate and guide the children through their development, considering their individual needs and characteristics, to reach their full potential and independence to become better citizens of our society.

Helping Your Child Explore, Grow, & Learn

At our preschool, we believe in providing a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. Our curriculum is designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning

Staff

Both our schools count with an incredible team of staff who share that same passion for education and childcare. 

The staff who are part of the management team have great experience working in the settings as educators and share the same love and enthusiasm for running the schools.

Our Room Leaders and Early Years Educators are fully qualified in Primary Teaching and/or Early Childhood Care and Education. 

All of our staff are Garda Vetted and First Aid trained. 

We are all highly passionate about working with children and have great enthusiasm for teaching and guiding our little ones through their growth and development.

Our curriculum is carefully designed by our staff team thinking of the children, their families and their needs. All our activities are flexible and open to changes to suit the requirements and individualities of each group of children.

 

What We Offer

Preschool

Our Preschool is a nurturing environment where children begin their educational journey, learning through play, hands-on activities, and innovative methods, with an emphasis on physical, mental, emotional, and social development, including the introduction of Spanish as a second language.

Afterschool

Our afterschool program  offers a vibrant and engaging environment where children can continue their development through diverse activities, homework support, and recreational opportunities, all designed to complement their school day learning and promote their overall well-being.

Camps

During Easter, summer, and October Midterm breaks, Generation Education exclusively offers engaging and educational Camps designed for children aged 2.5 and above. Our Camps provide a fun and interactive learning environment where kids can explore, discover, and grow. Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, adventure, and new friendships.
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What Our Families are Saying

I highly recommend Generation Education after school. Our daughter loves it there and runs out the door every morning. The children have lots of fun while learning through play and engage in a lot of outdoor activities which is fantastic. Looking forward to when our youngest daughter can start preschool.

Our boys have attended Generation Education since it opened in August 2018. They love it so much, it’s like their second home. Irene and the staff really go above and beyond for the children. Irene has always been extremely accommodating with regards our childcare needs and has been very supportive particularly with our eldest who has additional needs. We feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful preschool and afterschool setting for our children.

My daughter joined preschool for the first time this year in March. I expected some period of adjustment but she loves it so much that when I drop her she doesn’t even look back! It is a beautiful preschool and the teachers are so kind, dedicated and fun. I can see already how much she is learning and positive interaction with friends. Look no further than Generation Education it is a wonderful happy place. Thank you to all the staff for keeping my little one so safe and happy every day.