Success Stories

Katie Kelly – From Leaving Cert Doubts to Portobello Institute Montessori Manager

"Once I heard you didn't need points from the Leaving Cert, I knew I was finally going to be able to do what I wanted to do."

Jade Farrell – Empowering Others Through a Passion for Early Years

"I chose Portobello Institute because of its flexible learning model which aligned with my professional and personal life."

Magdalena Landziak – Becoming a ‘Leader and Change-maker’ for SNA and Inclusive Education

"The ripple effect of investing in your own learning will be felt in every classroom, conversation, and community you touch."

Sonia Verma – Driven by Purpose Through the MA in Inclusive Education & SEN

"I can truly say Portobello has made my dream come true and I will never forget my time as a student."

Ann McCourt – SNA Fulfilling Her Lifelong Goal with BA (Ord) Inclusive Education Practice

Vitoria Alves – Inclusive Education Practice Graduate Becomes Braille Bricks Ambassador supported by the LEGO® Foundation

Vitoria is now an ambassador for Braille Bricks supported by the LEGO Foundation in partnership with Vision Ireland.

Margaret Drennan: Navigating Career Change with Advanced Certificate in Early Learning and Care

“I loved the course, it was very supportive with so much help from students and tutors. I am really proud of myself."

Sinead Finnerty – Going ‘Above and Beyond My Dream’ with Early Childhood Care and Education

"I cannot thank all the amazing tutors at Portobello enough, for providing me with the opportunity to go above and beyond my dream."

Mel Lavisto – Early Childhood Care and Education Success Studying Online From Australia

Lorraine Dempsey – Pride and New Career Opportunities with BA (Ord) Early Childhood Care & Education Degree

"The flexibility of it being an online course along with being able to work at my own pace suited my lifestyle of working full time."

Zuzana O’Sullivan – ‘I wanted to go back to work’ Finding Purpose in Career Change with Early Learning & Care Qualification

"I am happy I made this decision as I can work and look after my family at the same time without any regrets."

Lorraine Flaherty – Researching Outdoor Sleeping in Early Years with BA (Hons) Early Childhood Care and Education

"I work in-person on weekdays and having classes online allows me to be able to attend classes in the comfort of my own home."

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