Founder
Andrea is a mother to 4 beautiful boys and the founder of the largest early childhood education centre & Ireland's first wellness school. Andrea opened the school when she was only 18 years old, and now she supports more than 400 children and their families. She is passionate about the importance of the Formative Years and advocates for preventative measures in children's mental health. She is the Author of inspirational children's books and the vision behind Education from the Heart.
Co-Founder
Christine is the Chair of the Global Wellness for Children Initiative and Recipient of Debra Simon Award for Leader in Furthering Mental Wellness. She is certified in the PECO program, level 1 & 2 - The First 1,000 days, preconception, pregnancy wellness and the first two years of life with Dr Sergio Pecorelli. Christine is a leading expert in cancer care with an award-winning cancer care programme. Andrea is Christine's dear Niece. With an incredible bond they always dreamed of a full holistic curriculum that would support children for years to come.
Company Manager & Early Years Curriculum Expert
Emer has over ten years experience in international education working across the Middle East & Asia. She has a broad perspective and deep understanding of varied cultural contexts in education and is passionate about empowering educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to support their students' emotional and mental health. This has lead her to develop a variety of early years workshops for parents and teachers. Emer & Andrea have been friends for more than 15 years with a shared passion for positive change in Early Childhood Education.
Developing Education from the Heart - A 5 year Pilot Study in partnership with Junior Genius Ireland & Global Wellness for Children Initiative
Where: Junior Genius Childcare, Dublin Ireland
When: 2018 - 2022
Who was involved?
Over 300 children and their families, 50 Passionate Early Childhood Educators, Child Psychologists, Early Learning Experts & Wellness Specialists
Key Findings:
Education from the Heart was independently reviewed by:
Deborah McNelis
Founder, Brain Insights
Donna Volpitta
Ed,D, Co Founder Mental Health Literacy Collaborative
Deborah Wilson
Founder Wellgate Health
Watch the video and learn more about the Education from the Heart Pilot Study
Our Team has over 50 years experience combined in the Education and Wellness Sector