Expo Guide 2018

IPPN Annual Principals’

EDUCATION EXPO

IPPN’s Education Expo is Ireland’s largest trade event for the education sector and the best place for primary school Principals to plan their school purchases for the year.

IPPN EducatIoN ExPo cItyWEst coNfErENcE cENtrE, dublIN

thursday 25th - friday 26th January

2018

For more information, please contact: Sarah McNamara Email: expo@ippn.ie Phone: 021 4824074

Book now to secure your place Coming very soon to Blackglen in Sandyford, South County Dublin, the National Sport and Science Centre at Explorium is packed with activities for students of all ages. Located just off Exit 13 on the M50 students from all over Ireland can get exploring and learning!

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IPPN Partner:

IPPN Conference 2018 Sponsors:

We would like to thank the following companies for their generous contributions:

IPPN Annual Principals’ Conference and Education Expo 2018

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE – Thursday, January 25th 10.00 – 12.00

Leadership Pathways’ Seminars

12.00 – 14.30

Lunch/Education Expo Concurrent Seminars (staggered start/finish times, starting at 14.30 and 15.00) • An Teanga ó Bhéal - Spreagadh agus Cur Chun Cinn na Cainte - Máire Nic an Rí • Children First Act - essential school compliance information - Maria Doyle • Developing a Safety Culture: Leading from within - Alan Black and Shay Bannon • Everything a school leader needs to know about technology but was afraid to ask! - Simon Lewis • Getting Data Protection Ready - Mairéad O’Flynn

14.30 – 16.00

• Induction – The HOW and the WHY - Catherine Carragher • Managing Interpersonal Behaviours, Relationships and Emotions, the role of the school leader - Jacinta Kitt • Restorative Practices - Ann Ryan and Richie Walsh •

Staff Wellbeing for Dummies - Cóilín Ó Coigligh

• Special schools Supporting Each Other - Siobhán Allen, Claire O’Donovan •

Supporting Teachers’ Learning Through the Continuum of Teacher Education - Carmel Kearns and Phil Fox - Teaching Council

• What does a child-centred approach to complaint handling look like? - Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children and Nuala Ward

Plenary Session I – Official Conference Opening • Ann McQuillan, Venue Committee

17:00 – 18.30

• Anton Savage, Conference Facilitator • Páiric Clerkin, IPPN CEO • Sheila Nunan, INTO Secretary General

18.30

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President’s Reception

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE – Friday, January 26th Plenary Session II 09.00 – 10.45

10.45 – 11.30

• David Ruddy, IPPN President • Richard Bruton TD, Minister for Education & Skills • Mary Nihill, National Director and Anna Mai Rooney, Deputy Director Primary - Centre for School Leadership

Tea/Coffee/Education Expo Plenary Session III

11.30 – 13.00 13.00 – 14.30

• Anne Looney, Executive Dean, Dublin City University • Debbie Schäfer - Provincial Minister, Western Cape, South Africa • Brian Schreuder- Head of Education, Western Cape Education Department

Lunch/Education Expo Concurrent Seminars (staggered start/finish times, starting at 14.30 and 15.00) • An Teanga ó Bhéal - Spreagadh agus Cur Chun Cinn na Cainte - Máire Nic an Rí • Children First Act - essential school compliance information - Maria Doyle • Developing a Safety Culture: Leading from within - Alan Black and Shay Bannon • Everything a school leader needs to know about technology but was afraid to ask! - Simon Lewis • Getting Data Protection Ready - Mairéad O’Flynn

14:30 – 16.00

• Induction – The HOW and the WHY - Catherine Carragher • Managing Interpersonal Behaviours, Relationships and Emotions, the role of the school leader - Jacinta Kitt • Principalmeet 2018 - Kathleen Byrne and Ciara Brennan • Restorative Practices - Ann Ryan and Richie Walsh • Staff Wellbeing for Dummies - Cóilín Ó Coigligh • Supporting Teachers’ Learning Through the Continuum of Teacher Education - Carmel Kearns and Phil Fox - Teaching Council • What does a child-centred approach to complaint handling look like? - Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children and Nuala Ward

16:30 – 17.30 20.15

Plenary Session IV

• Joe Brolly, GAA All-Star, Barrister & GAA Media Analyst • Damian White, IPPN Deputy President

Gala Dinner – Citywest Suite

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GLANMORE FOODS HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCHES NATIONAL WINNER FOR HYGIENE & FOOD SAFETY Left to right: Irene Collins M.D. (E.I.Q.A.) Ray Ellard (F.S.A.I.) John Mooney M.D. Glanmore Foods, Jennifer Mooney Director, Kevin Craven Secondary Schools Manager, Tommy Murrin Factory Manager, Niall Cooke Area Manager, Vivion Powney Business Development Manager, Eric Halligan Area Manager, Elaine O’Brien Office Manager, Monica Mrozek Quality Assistant, Donagh Dwyer Interim Quality Manager.

PLEASE VISIT US ON STANDS I7 AND J7 WE WILL BE DELIGHTED TO HELP WITH ANY ENQUIRIES. WE SPECIALISE IN THE PROVISION OF 3 ITEM HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCHES (€1.40) AND 2 ITEM BREAKFAST AND AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS (€0.60) OUR 3 ITEM HEALTHY LUNCH (€1.40) CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING

Best quality fresh breads with the finest Irish fillings (with alternatives of pasta, wraps etc.)

A drink of water or milk – a selection of whole and freshly packed fresh fruits and vegetables or yoghurt

OUR 2 ITEM BREAKFAST/AFTER SCHOOL CLUB MENU (€0.60) CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING

A variety of Cereal Pots with a 189ml carton of Avonmore fresh milk. A wide selection of fresh packed fruits and vegetables. Fresh baked scones (with clean label ingredients from our on-site bakery) Squeez Apple or Orange juice and a selection of healthy snack items.

Glanmore Foods

Unit 3 Northwest Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 Phone: 01 8976026 Fax: 01 8976269 Email: sales@glanmorefoods.ie www.glanmorefoods.ie

Directory of Exhibiting Companies Exhibiting companies have submitted the following information about their products and services. Text has been printed as received.

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Schools.ie

Thinking ahead

4Schools.ie is a specialist supplier of homework diaries, educational charts and literacy/vocabulary resources.

Every school that places an order during the IPPN Conference will receive a free GAA Football worth €15.

Visit our stand to view our entire range of products.

Visit www.4schools.ie or call 018081494 for further information.

Stand L11 Aldi PlayRugby Aldi Play Rugby is an initiative developed by the IRFU and supported by Aldi. The programme is a fun and safe way for primary school kids to get involved in rugby.

Over 1,000 schools have participated in Aldi Play Rugby to date, IRFU Community Officers have provided over 63,000 hours of coaching to 2,500 teachers across the country. Which means over 80,000 kids have been introduced to rugby in this fun, non-contact programme.

If you’d like your class to benefit from simple and effective rugby training, register for FREE today at aldi. ie/playrugby

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Allianz are the leading provider of Schools Insurance in Ireland. Our School Protection Insurance Policy together with our Pupil Personal Accident policy (30% discount available on-line at www.allianz.ie/schools) ensures that your school has the most comprehensive protection available. Some of the benefits your school will avail of when you insure with Allianz: • The most comprehensive School insurance cover on the market at very competitive premiums.

• A specialist local representative, based in your area.

• A dedicated School Support team to take care of all your insurance needs.

Stand C3 ABC School Supplies ABC School Supplies supply an extensive choice of educational supplies; Stationery, Maths, English, Arts & Crafts, Furniture, Science, Inclusion, Early Years and much, much more.

Stand M3 Abal Educational Supplies Abal Educational Supplies ltd is a fully Irish owned family run business. We supply furniture and educational equipment to the Irish Educational sector. We make all our own wooden furniture and have built our business on its exceptional quality and value. We supply and fit bespoke Offices, Libraries and Staffrooms and are Noticeboard specialists.

Stand A5 Achieve on Line Learning Ltd. Achieve Online Learning has developed an exciting interactive Numeracy and Literacy programme based on the revised Irish Primary School Curriculum. The Numeracy and Literacy package features over 2,000 questions. There are automated assessments to assist teachers. It is available in Irish or English. Ideal for 3rd to 6th class students

Stand E3 Activate Speech We support language development. We supply schools with language packs, language exercises books etc. from Infants to sixth class. We recognise that language is fundamental to developing social skills, self esteem, academic achievement, personal happiness and much more. It gives teachers structure and autonomy to advance the child’s language skills.

• A very experienced and efficient claims team, on hand to provide advice and guidance during difficult times.

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Stand F1 Aladdin Schools

Stand F5 Butlers Chocolate Experience

We’ve built everything a Principal could wish for into Ireland’s leading school administration software. Join over 2,000 of your colleagues and enjoy an easier way to track attendance, analyse tests, complete report cards, allocate resources, communicate and lead learning.

A Visit to the Butlers Chocolate Experience promises a magical action-packed tour for students of all ages. An entertaining, educational school tour with a difference covering the subject areas of history, business and food science in a relaxed and engaged manner.

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Stand H9 Browne Brothers Playgrounds

Séideán Sí, tá áiseanna nua le haghaidh gach ranga ar fáil anois ar www.seideansi.ie Breis eolais le fáil ag ár seastán G3 COGG: Freastal a dhéanamh ar riachtanais oideachais na scoileanna Gaeltachta/lán-Ghaeilge. Tá feidhmeanna i leith mhúineadh na Gaeilge i scoileanna eile ag an gComhairle chomh maith.

Stand H11 An Taisce Environmental Education Unit Green-Schools is all about working together for a sustainable future! We promote long-term, studentled, whole-school action for the environment. The international programme is currently in operation across 94% of Irish schools and is delivered by the Environmental Education Unit of An Taisce.

Stand A12 AppierSchool At AppierSchool we believe good education begins at home, and communication is the key ingredient for success. Our low-cost, easy to use, school-toparent communication app connects the whole school community, keeping your school office, teachers and parents in the loop and helping your school save time and reduce costs.

Stand A3 Big Red Cloud

Big Red Cloud is part of the Big Red Book range of products. A business that specialises in developing simple and easy to use Accounting, Bookkeeping and Payroll software. Big Red Cloud enables your School access to their accounts through the internet. Always accessible, unlimited and with free access for their Accountant.

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Browne Brothers Playground are an Irish-owned and managed company formed in 2002 with our head office located in County Cork and a sub-office located in County Clare. We specialise in the design, supply and installation of Playground Equipment and Safety Surfacing throughout the island of Ireland.

Stand D9 Camara Ireland Camara Ireland is a social enterprise and Google for Education Partner. Our Schools and Community Programme supplies affordable PCs, Laptops and Chromebooks, teacher training, G Suite for Education, and ICT planning. To date we have supplied 6,000+ computers, training and supporting 2,000+ educators in hundreds of schools.

Stand I2 & I3 Passport y Cantec - We Giveawa Manage Print Cantec is a leading provider of Managed Print Services, catering for the printing, copying and scanning needs of schools helping to control their print costs, increase data security and eliminate waste. We provide the best products and service available in our industry and offer a first class after sales service to all our customers. www. cantecireland.ie

Stand I1 Cara Training Consultancy We provide a very specific legal training course which trains school staff/BOMs in relation to ‘Managing Aggression and Violence in Schools’. This course is DES approved and has appeared in various DES Education Centres nationwide. The course is 5 hours in duration, croke park hours can be used.

Stand F4 Carambola Food for thought As the original food provider under the School Meals Program, Carambola continues to lead the field fourteen years on. One Schools Completion Program Coordinator said “Carambola respects each individual child”. And we do so by working hard every day to accomplish our Mission: “Promote Healthy Lifestyle Awareness in All Children.

Stand H7 & H8 CJ Fallon CJ Fallon, one of Ireland’s longest established and most respected educational publishers has been leading the way in Primary and Post Primary publishing since 1927.

Stand N6 Clever Mind Toys Clever Mind Toys has a range of problem solving and logic and reasoning skill games. Our Thumballs are good to get conversations started, great for PE, in Irish and English. Our new game ‘Ceisteanna Eolaíochta’ - Science Quiz game is available in Irish and English, suitable for all ages www.clevermindtoys.ie

Stand J11 Cleverkids Cleverkids is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of educational resources to the Preschool and Primary sector.We are exclusive resellers of the Oral Language Programme “ Tip of the Tongue” in addition to a full complement Aistear resources.

Stand B5 Cogs The Brain Shop Cogs The Brain Shop focuses on games and toys to stimulate and develop the brain

Stand C8 Coláiste Uisce Coláiste UISCE is a unique activity based Irish Language College and Adventure Centre situated in the heart of Mayo’s Gaeltacht, where the teaching of Irish is intertwined with the enjoyable experience of modern exhilarating adventure and water sports. ‘Learning Irish is fun’ is our motto at Coláiste UISCE. We now have over 25 years experience in providing safe, educational and enjoyable Irish and Adventure courses.

Stand K3 Comhar Linn INTO Credit Union Ltd Comhar Linn INTO Credit Union Ltd. provides financial services to I.N.T.O. members and their families. Services provided are: Savings, Personal Loans, House Loans, Online Banking, Budget Accounts, Members’ Draw, House Insurance and Travel Insurance.

Stand E12 port Pass ay Communication w Givea Technology Managed Print Solutions Since 1986 we have provided Managed Print Solutions, Photocopiers, Printers and Digital Duplicators to Schools across Ireland. We are your authorized print partner for Epson, HP, Riso, Samsung and PaperCut. We are demonstrating new technologies and software to reduce your costs especially COLOUR. Easy-Time reader clocks and accessories. Passport Stamping!

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Stand C6 & D7 CompuB Compu b Education believe that learning should be inspirational and accessible for all. We believe that when the right technology is placed in the hands of a knowledgable and confident teacher learning can be revolutionised for the 21st century. We are an Apple Authorised Solution Expert for Education, with 25 years of experience in delivering learning solutions. Our team of Teachers, Apple Education Trainers and dedicated Education Specialists understand curriculum, pedagogy, and ICT. We believe that Apple Mac and iPad can make a major difference to the educational outcomes that schools and colleges deliver’

Stand F7 Compupac Education educationstore.ie powered by Compupac IT helps schools find the best technology available and to have access to technology specialists for the education sector who can help their every need. We are education Partners for Promethean, Epson, HP, Microsoft, IPEVO, Sphero, and Google.

Stand A9 Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd With 45 years’ experience providing advice to Principals and Deputy Principals, Cornmarket is Ireland’s leading Insurance Broker serving the Public Sector. They cover everything from Pensions to Life, Car, Home, Health Insurance and more. Visit the Cornmarket stand or log on to www.cornmarket.ie for more information.

Stand L4 Copymoore Here at Copymoore we have been working along one of the worlds leading document management companies, UTAX, manufacturers of mono and colour network printers and multi-function device. We understand the challenges and demands of the modern company including reducing the cost of print within an organisation and providing office supplies at extremely competitive prices.

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Stand M1 County Photos Trusted by over 1,400 schools nationwide, our innovative service offers great value for money for parents, with little or no administration for school staff! Every school profits by using our service, as we pay a generous commission to the school on all photos sold. Visit us at stand M1 to see the great deals we have on offer and to collect a free goodie bag! 086-8118021 090-6627444 info@countyphotos.ie

Stand G2 & H2 Creative Activity Creative Activity is Ireland’s leading Education and Early years resource supplier. We specialise in Furniture, Special Needs, Multi-Sensory, Aistear Rooms, Curriculum Products, Stationary and Outdoor Play. We won’t be beaten on price - contact us on sales@creative-activity. co.uk or visit us on www.creative-activity.com.

Stand I5 Croke Park Tours & GAA Museum Take your class on a guided tour behind the scenes at the home of our national games. All tours include admission to the GAA Museum and interactive games area. On site coach parking, picnic area.

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Crothers Security is a 2nd generation family firm which provides support services for many sectors including healthcare, education, retail and commercial. The range of support services include Intruder Alarm, CCTV, Fire Alarm Monitoring & Maintenance as well as Lock, Access Control and Fire-Exit Door maintenance.

Stand N1 Dabbledoo Music DabbledooMusic covers all areas of the primary school curriculum through accessible online resources and on-the-ground services and training for primary schools.

Our program was created specifically for use in the primary school classroom and is designed to suit all levels of musical experience and ability.

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If you would like a sample copy or to book an in-school presentation, please contact your local representative, Ph: (01) 4500 611, Fax: (01) 4607 330, Email: info@edco.ie, Website: www.edco.ie

Stand H5 Databiz Solutions

Stand C7 Donegan Acoustics

DataBiz Solutions provides user-friendly software systems for primary schools. These include our NS ADMIN, LIBRARY, BOOK RENTAL, ONLINE PAYMENTS, SCHOOL WEBSITES and SCHOOL ACCOUNTS solutions.

For more information or to arrange a free demonstration, please visit stand H5 or contact us via: E-Mail: info@ databizsolutions.ie Phone: 091-556755 / 087-7761405 Web: www.databizsolutions.ie

Donegan Acoustics specialise in the design, manufacture, supply and install of high quality, high impact resistant and high absorption acoustic panels for sports halls, GP halls, canteens and classrooms. It is now widely known that acoustic quality within these space is highly important for learning and teaching. If you have a large echo in any of your teaching spaces please come talk to us.

Stand C9 Divers Educational Supplies Divers Educational Supplies is a family run business. We design, make and sell high-quality innovative products for Irelands schools, creches and playgroups. We also make and fit to size high quality ASD units. We have a reputation for providing unique products, expert advice and a friendly service.

Stand G11 Dogs Trust Dogs Trust Education team offer Free Educational Workshops to Primary School children. Our workshops focus on staying safe around dogs and responsible dog ownership. By educating the dog owners of tomorrow we aim to reduce the number of stray and unwanted dogs across Ireland. Visit www.learnwithdogstrust.ie for more information

Stand G7 Don Keating Wholesale Ltd Don Keating wholesale is a Family owned & run local Irish Wholesale/Distribution Company trading for the past 35+ years. We supply arts & crafts, Hygiene Cleaning, Catering & Disposables, Plain&Printed packaging,Office Stationery & Ink Toners etc.

Stand L3 Early Childhood Ireland Early Childhood Ireland is a membership organisation which represents 3,800 early years settings, who support over 100,000 children & their families through preschool, afterschool & full daycare provision nationwide. Our work includes quality enhancement, publications, advocacy, training, business support & information for a sector that employs 25,000 people today.

Stand I11 EASE Play, Discover and Learn with EASE. Our online store, www.ease.ie and extensive catalogue contains over 3,000 furniture and resources products for primary schools. We listened to our customers when developing our product range, and focussed on quality, value and extensive choice from top educational suppliers. Check out our website www.ease.ie

Stand F9 Easy Payments Plus By clicking on a link on your school’s website, Easy Payments Plus enables parents to pay online for school expenses, such as voluntary contributions or school fees, school trips, after school activities. Some key features: automatic receipts, instalment options, variety of payment reports, go cashless with our retail cash collection.

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Stand H3 & H4 Edanu ICT ICT Integration - Teacher Training - Strategic Planning Advice, Provision and Management of Hardware. Edanu provides everything you need for total peace of mind with ICT.

Stand E1 & E2 EDCO - The Educational Company of Ireland The Educational Company of Ireland, Edco, is Irelands leading publisher of school textbooks and resources, serving Irish students and teachers since 1910. Edco, publishers of award winning Irish programme Bua na Cainte, will be launching some new and exciting programmes at IPPN 2018. To view these and more, please visit our stand or www.edco.ie

Stand J1 & J2 EMS Copiers Managed Print Solutions EMS Copiers Managed Print Solutions have been working with the Education sector for almost 50 years!EMS understand the issues facing the education sector and help schools get on top of costs while also meeting their printing and copying needs through reliable, secure devices and service.

Stand E11 Emu Ink - Schools’ Publishing Programme The Emu Ink Schools’ Publishing Programme is an online course that turns primary pupils into real published authors. The programme covers everything from idea generation, character development, plot and point of view to suspense, pace, editing and proofreading. We encourage literacy through technology while complimenting the English curriculum.

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Stand I9 EPSON EPSON are a world leader in print and imaging related equipment and have been the world’s #1 projector manufacturer for over 20 years. Now introducing laser based interactive projectors without any lamps or maintenance costs. Simply fit and forget.

Stand G4 European Commission Representation in Ireland The European Commission Representation in Ireland offers a range of free educational resources on the European Union. We welcome primary school group visits to our office in Dublin city centre. To arrange a visit for your class, e mail eu-ie-info-request@ec.europa.eu

Stand E10 Eversheds Sutherland Eversheds Sutherland Solicitors are leaders in providing exceptionally high quality legal services to the education sector. Margaret Gorman and her team provide pragmatic legal advice to boards of management, patrons, trustees, management bodies, insurers and a host of education providers that addresses their specific needs in a cost effective manner.

Stand J8, 9, 10 & K1 Explorium Explorium opens in early 2018 and will be Ireland’s largest school tour destination. Located in dublin just off the M50 Explorium offers an innovative mix of interactive science and full-on adventure. Visitors are sure to be challenged both mentally and physically.

Stand K11 EWTN Television EWTN Catholic TV + Radio is a registered Irish Charity.

We offer catholic DVDs and other resources to schools at a discounted rate. Our range of DVDs include many titles, eg. Confession, First Communion, Confirmation.

They are a great teaching aid to help teachers cover the curriculum within the short time available.

Stand I6 & j6 Folens Since our foundation in 1958, Folens has been to the forefront of Irish Primary and Post-Primary educational publishing. Today we are Irelands leading purveyors of educational content, dedicated to fostering effective and meaningful learning of the Irish Curriculum through print, and digital resources on FolensOnline.ie

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Stand L8 Food Dudes Healthy Eating Programme The Food Dudes Healthy Eating Programme is owned

by The Food & Activity Research Unit at Bangor University, Wales and managed in Ireland by Bord Bia & The Deptartment of Agriculture Food & Fisheries. The programme is designed to change children’s attitudes towards consumption of fruit and vegetables. Real Nation is responsible for the overall coordination of this programme in Ireland.

Stand D8 Foras Na Gaeilge The most comprehensive and modern resource for Irishlanguage teaching, available free of charge at focloir.ie.

See also: teanglann.ie. An áis is cuimsithí agus is nuaaimseartha le haghaidh mhúineadh na Gaeilge, ar fáil saor in aisce ag focloir.ie. Féach freisin: teanglann.ie.

Stand C10 Forbo Flooring Ireland Forbo Flooring Systems is a leading global player in high-quality, commercial floor coverings & total solution flooring projects that include Linoleum, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Tiles, Flocked Flooring, Carpet Tiles and Entrance Flooring Systems.Our products have been widely used in the education sector for many years in Ireland.We can help you with the design and technical advice to get the best value floorcovering for your school.Contact Forbo Ireland @ 01 2898898.

Stand A7 B6 Freshtoday School Lunches FRESHTODAY are one of Ireland’s leading school lunch and breakfast providers catering for over 36,000 school children on a daily basis. Our dedicated team promise unrivalled customer service and would be delighted to meet you at our stand to discuss how FRESHTODAY can make a real difference for your school.

Stand E9 Gaelchultúr

Stand E7 & F6 Gill Education

Gaelchultúr provides Irish language courses and learning resources of the highest quality. We offer courses throughout Ireland and on our e-learning website ranganna.com, and we sell Irish language books and resources on siopa.ie. Our goal is to provide firstclass services that will inspire both learners and fluent speakers of Irish.

GILL EDUCATION believe education matters. We meet our customers’ needs with outstanding content for learning and life. Visit us for bestselling LITERACY SKILLS and NUMERACY SKILLS activity books. SAMPLES AVAILABLE AT OUR STAND. Also, see our full range of quality supplementary LITERACY, NUMERACY and SCIENCE resources. (Stands E7/F6).

Stand K4 Garden Escapes (Ireland) Ltd

Stand A4 GL Assessment

Garden Escapes (Ireland) Ltd specialise in the design and build of outdoor playgrounds, gyms and mugas. We provide outdoor play spaces that help children to learn, grow and challenge themselves. We have an extensive range of fixed play equipment from the highest quality manufacturers on the market which allows us to cater for all age ranges, abilities and settings.

Stand B1 GDK Network Systems Established in 1999, Rathfarnham-based GDK is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of high quality ICT Products & Services to Primary Schools incuding: Promethean Interactive Flatscreens & Whiteboards, Epson Print Solutions, Aruba & Ubiquiti Wi-fi Solutions, Servers, PCs, Laptops & Tablets, Microsoft Licensing & Office 365, IT Support Contracts for Schools. Talk to us about our ICT Grant Approved Products Today.

Stand C2 Gerflor Ltd Delivering top quality flooring at prices that enable your school to meet department of Education budgets.

Gerflor is the premium choice for multipurpose sports floors, together with providing a host of acoustic and safety flooring solutions. Taralay Impression Control from Gerflor is a multi-purpose safety floorcovering with a Group T wear rating making it ideal for school environments experiencing heavy volumes of traffic.

Taraflex® sports solutions offer hygienic, easily maintained Olympic standard flooring, with high shock absorption to reduce bumps and bruises. It can be laid over existing flooring saving you time and money.

GL Assessment is the leading provider of formative assessments to UK schools, as well as providing assessments for overseas ministries and British, bilingual and international schools in over 100 countries worldwide.

Stand I7 & J7 Glanmore Foods Operating from our state-of-the-art production facility in Blanchardstown Dublin, Glanmore Foods produces fresh healthy school lunches daily. We supply 45,000 children with their school lunch daily

Stand E4 GreenIT GreenIT is Irelands premier reseller of corporate quality new and refurbished laptops, desktops, tablets and peripherals to the educational sector. We have been supplying IT to schools across Ireland for over 10 years and work with schools to deliver exactly what they require in a friendly and flexible manner

Full Expo Floor Map see pages 16 & 17

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N1 N2 - QDP Dabbledoo Services Music

N4 Mindfullness Matters

N3 - About Computers

E12 Comm Tech

Please note: This map is a guideline only and not to scale

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A9 Corn market

A10 iClass

B7 - Special Educational Essentials

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A7 & B6 Freshtoday

Tea & Coffee

A6 - Murray’s Plastics

B5 Coggs the Brain Shop

A5 - Achieve On Line Learning Ltd.

B4 Irish Water Safety

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GREEN WALKWAY

City West Convention Centre – Ground Floor

A11 MBE

D11 McSport

C9 - Divers Educational Supplies

D10 Hibernia

C8 Colaiste Uisce

D9 Camara

C7 Donegan Acoustics

Focloir.ie

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E9 Gaelchultur

E8 McDonnell IT

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C5 Pittaman

D6 Primary Planet

C4 Memorylane

D5 - Primary Planning Tool

D3 & D4 Qubizm

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C2 Gerflor

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F7 CompuPac/ ducationstore.ie

F3 Outside the Box

BLACK WALKWAY

F4 Carambola Food for Tought

H10 VHI Healthcare

G8 Mellon Educate

H9 Browne Brothers

G6 4schools

H7 & H8 CJ Fallon

G5 & H6 Prim-Ed G4 European Commission

H5 Databiz

G3 An Gúm & COGG

H3 & H4 Edanu ICT Integration & Infrastructure

F2 School Accounting

G2 & H2 Creative Activity

F1 Aladdin

G1 & H1 Microsoft / Wriggle Junior

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I10 EPSON I9 Bytech Managed Print Services

J8 - J9 - J10 Explorium

I6 & J6 G0H5I0F Folens

I5 Croke Park Tours & GAA Museum

J5 Grenke Finance

I4 Specialist Crafts

I2 & I3 Cantec We Manage Print

I1 Cara Training

M5 - JD Resources

L10 Komeer

K10 Hitex Int

I7 & J7 Glanmore Foods

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K11 EWTN

I8 Kids Inc. Afterschool Care

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G9 Sanctuary Synthetics

J11 Clever kids

I11 EASE

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F8 ILLE Services (Irl)

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F9 asy Payments Plus

H11 Green Schools

G10 OTCS

J12 - Crothers Security

L9 iNet Safety

K9 Unique Publishing

L8 Food Dudes

K8 Gtec IT

L7 Our World

K7 Toomey AV

L6 Sensational Kids

Central Walkway

K6 RSA K5 Super Troopers

L5 Optima

J4 Nexus

K4 Garden Escapes

L4 Copymoore Document Solutions

J3 Junior Entrepreneur Programme

K3 Comhar Linn INTO Credit Union

L3 Early Childhood Ireland

K2 SEAI

J1 & J2 EMS Copiers

L1 & L2 Veritas K1 Explorium

Microsoft/ Wriggle Jr.

Bag Pick Up

M4 MIC

ORANGE WALKWAY

F10 - The Schoolwear House

I12 - Topline Markings

H12 IMEX

Tea / Coffee

G11 Dogs Trust

Tea / Coffee

F11 Laffayette Photography

N9 N8 Schooldays Irish Family History .ie

N7 Zeeko

BLUE WALKWAY

N6 Clevermind Toys

N5 Spectrum Educational

M3 Abal Educational Supplies

M2 Lettertec M1 County Photos

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Stand J5 Grenke Finance GRENKE provide fast and efficient finance options to the educational sector. We offer tailored and competitive rates and are vendor independent allowing you to choose the best and most suitable equipment for your educational environment. Talk to GRENKE today about upgrading and maximizing your educational and facility requirements.

Stand K8 Gtec IT Solutions Gtec IT Solutions work predominantly within the Primary School Sector. We run an efficient annual IT Maintenance Contract ensuring less technical downtime by incorporating tailored preventative maintenance site visits at least once a month. We offer Service, Support, Maintenance and Sales on Interactive Boards, Wi-Fi Solutions, Laptops/PCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and much more.

Stand D10 Hibernia College Hibernia College is an established leader in pioneering new education technologies and embracing change in the ever-evolving world of edcuation

Stand K10 Hitex International Group Hitex International Group enables clients to meet the evolving challenges of global road networks with innovative solutions for a wide range of road infrastructure projects. With our vast expertise we have now developed a range of easy to apply, long lasting playground markings which will enhance playtime for any schoolyard.

Stand A10 iClass iClassCMS is the most complete website and mobile app solution for schools. With iClassCMS your school will have a beautiful and best in class website which engages teachers and students. Also included is a fully integrated mobile app for parents, updating them on news and events along with free messaging reducing SMS costs.

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Stand F8 ILLE Services (IRL) ILLE Ireland is a subsidary of ILLE Germany a washroom specialist copany with depots in Dublin, Wexford, Galway and Armagh. We provide schools with toilet roll, soap and paper hand towel dispensers free and offer the lowest prices on consumables. Our dispensers drive down costs by eliminating waste, Contact sales@ille.ie

Stand H12 Imex Interactive LED Android Panels Imex is a manufacturer of Interactive LED multi touch panels. Imex specialises in supplying Schools all over Ireland and we operate an educational warranty on all our products. The Imex Interactive panels all have long life expectancy. Imex also supplies, projectors of all designs, Full HD Visualisers for classrooms

Stand L9 iNetSafety Talk iNetSafetyTalk offers Internet Safety / Anti-Cyberbullying workshops for primary school pupils. Workshops with Ger Brick are available Nationwide

Stand N9 Irish Family History Centre The GENEius Project is a programme that encourages children and young people to get actively engaged in their genealogy, family history, local history and heritage.

It is an interdisciplinary project that brings in social and cultural history, arts, music, geography, science, technology and the web, creativity and imagination.

Stand B4 Irish Water Safety Irish Water Safety provides national schools with free resources and certificates for the Land PAWS programme to assist with teaching water safety to their students. In the past ten years, thirty children age under 12 have drowned. Please help to prevent future child drownings by teaching Land PAWS in your school

Stand M5 JD Resources JD Resources supply a wide range of magnetic classroom aids which include Maths, Literacy, Gaeilge, Maps, History Timeline and much more. Most recently we launched a new range of outdoor products which include SPHE, Irish Wildlife and Garden Birds. Visit our stand M5 at 2018 expo.

Stand J3 Junior Entrepreneur Programme Since 2010, the Junior Entrepreneur Programme has given more than 40,000 primary school pupils on the island of Ireland the opportunity to experience practical, real-life business learning as part of their formative education. Running over a 12 to 16 week period during the school year, JEP nurtures creativity, independence and problem-solving among pupils of all abilities.

Stand I8 Kids Inc Afterschool Care Kids Inc form partnerships with schools to provide ‘On Site’ Afterschool care to primary aged school children.

Our services include a sports programme, creative activities, games, homework supervision, healthy snacks/ meals. Schools receive a rental income while providing a safe and secure environment for their children and peace of mind for parents. www.kidsincafterschool.ie

Stand L10 Komeer for Schools Komeer is FREE for schools and FREE for parents. Komeer saves schools up to 85% on their existing SMS costs, increases child safety and makes parents lifes easier with calendar and school alerts. Komeer makes it easy for schools to communicate with parents and organise school and after school activities.

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Stand C1 Kompan Ireland Ltd KOMPAN Ireland are Ireland’s premier provider of public playground equipment and safety surfacing solutions.

We provide a country wide service and have our own in-house design team and work with specialist installation and maintenance teams. We have installed hundreds of playgrounds throughout Ireland catering for children, teens and adults.

Stand A1 & A2 Lars Play Ltd Lars Play Ltd design, supply and install Outdoor Play Equipment for Schools & Nurseries and are the sole agents in Ireland for Lars Laj UK. Lars Laj Children’s Playgrounds have more than 40 years of experience in getting children to play together in safe surroundings.

Stand F11 Lafayette School Photography Lafayette Photography brings Choice, Value and Contemporary Style to School Photography throughout Ireland. Commission payments are completely transparent, and fully tax compliant. Visit us at stand F11 for an estimate of how much you will receive in commission for the size of your school. It’s more than you might think!

Stand K5 Super Troopers with Laya Healthcare Super Troopers is a free health homework programme created by laya healthcare along with teachers and a team of psychologists, nutrition, wellbeing and physical activity experts. The programme encourages children to learn about a healthy lifestyle and increase their activity levels by setting physical activity homework every night.

Stand A8 letseducate Lets Educate has strived to become the preferred teacher’s choice for educational supplies across Ireland.

We commit to provide only the highest quality products designed and manufactured by world leaders in the education industry. Lets Educate has built a very loyal customer base of Pre-School and Primary School teachers. Our educational products integrate learning through play.

Stand E5 Let’s Go! School Tours We will provide your class with an expertly organised day of thrilling and exciting activities. Venues nationwide.

Our staff will educate and entertain your pupils in a safe environment, where the emphasis is on taking part and having lots of fun. Venues nationwide. info@letsgo.ie. www.letsgo.ie

Stand M2 Lettertec Ireland Ltd

PRINT PUBLISH DESIGN

Lettertec is a 100% Irish owned company. We supply Print (text books and student journals) Apps and Websites to schools across the country. All journals are designed, printed and bound in our factory in Cork. Visit our Stand M2 to view our new app and website design and hosting service.

Stand B2 Matific Matific is an exciting online resource that is aligned to the primary maths curriculum and offers a step by step approach to effectively building maths mastery. The numerous fun, problem solving activities have been independently proven to improve students’ maths test results by 34%.

Stand M4 Curriculum Development Unit, Mary Immaculate College The CDU undertakes research into the curriculum and methodology of the primary school. Projects include the design and implementation of curricular programmes in areas which do not form part of the standard curriculum, the investigation of different aspects of the primary school curriculum, and the development of resource materials.

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Stand E8 McDonnell IT / Interactive Displays Ireland

McDonnell IT / Interactive Displays Ireland are leading ICT experts and offer I.T. services to schools. Also providing Interactive Touch Panels as a Premium Partner of Promethean. New to their product portfolio is VR Virtual Reality equipment and the first company in Ireland to introduce it to Irish Primary Schools.

Stand D11 McSport.ie McSport is one of Ireland’s largest suppliers of sports and fitness equipment. The company is a 100% Irish owned second generation family business based in Sandyford. We have been supplying sports equipment to the education industry for over 30 years with over 10,000 products across 60 brands. We look forward to becoming your partner in sport.

Stand G8 Mellon Educate Mellon Educate supports teachers and schools in the most disadvantaged communities in South Africa. Born out of the philanthropic work of Niall Mellon who built over 25,000 houses in South Africa, the focus is now on improving education. Volunteer teachers spend two weeks in the summer working alongside their South African colleagues to share best practice.

Stand C4 t spor Memory Lane Pas eaway Giv Professional School Photographers memorylane an Irish company owened and managed by professional photographers.its probably why we are the market leaders in creating the most fun and popular school photography available. Our online ordering option means less work for school administrators. Another first for memorylane. Email memorylanedata@eircom.net.

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G1 & H1 Microsoft/Wriggle Jr. Your school is already a busy place of learning, where effective teaching takes place. At Wriggle Jr. our aim is to support your school with the implementation of technology to allow you to add another exciting dimension to your classroom! Microsoft and its education specialist partner Wriggle Junior will be available to showcase Minecraft, Coding and Devices at our stand.

Also visit the CODING bus located adjacent to the Auditorium on central walkway.

Stand N4 Mindfullness Matters

Mindfulness Matters Creating space in the mind...

Mindfulness Matters provides classroom resources, face-to-face and on-line school and Summer Courses.

It offers the first Irish two-step teacher training.

‘Developing Mindfulness & Wellbeing in Primary School Children through SPHE’, is followed by ‘Mindfulness, Wellbeing and Resilience for Teachers and Children’ and is a comprehensive teacher training programme. www. mindfulnessmatters.ie

Stand A6 Murray’s Recycled Plastic Ltd

Murray’s Recycled Plastic

MURRAY’S RECYCLED PLASTIC is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of high-quality maintenance free furniture. The benches are durable, rot- proof and an ideal solution for our challenging outdoor environment. The maintenance free outdoor furniture is strong and splinter free – making it safe for everyone, especially children. They are very comfortable to sit on and water resistant. We have a selection of bright colours that will brighten up any yard.

We can create an outdoor classroom which can custom made to suit a particular situation. All picnic tables and tables are wheelchair accessible. www.recycledplastic.ie

Stand A11 Munster Business Equipment MBE is an Irish owned and managed company. We have been supplying the education sector in Ireland for over 40 years. We specialise in the supply of photocopiers, printers, managed print services, interactive flat screen panels and audio visual equipment. www.mbe.ie. sales@ mbe.ie. Tel 02222833.

Stand J4 Nexus The Educators Connection Ltd Nexus supplies educational equipment and educational toys for learning. Nexus guarantees high quality and value for money. We design and develop unique products in partnership with educational consultants who consider new ideas to help deliver the national curriculum. Nexus demonstrations enable the products to be used to their full educational potential.

Stand G10 Occupational Therapy Commissioning Services (OTCS)

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OTCS have been involved in personnel lifting and suspension for nearly 40 years. We draw on our experience to offer a packaged solution for the installation, certification, compliance and maintenance of therapy swings in schools as well as providing training to staff for daily inspection of the equipment

Stand L5 Optima Training & Consulting Ltd

Stand L7 Our World Irish Aid Awards

Optima Training provide a range of training programmes & consulting services to Schools & ASD Units including First Aid, Fire Training, Mental Health Awareness, Online Safety & Security, Dealing with Challenging Behaviour, Positive Behaviour, Child lifting Techniques, Working with Autism and more

The Our World Irish Aid Awards seek to enable pupils to learn about the lives of children and their families in developing countries and how Ireland, through Irish Aid, and 192 other countries in the United Nations are working together to create a safer and fairer world, and a better future for all the world’s children.

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Stand F3 Outside the Box Learning Resourses OTB is one of Ireland’s leading providers of CPD resources for Educational and Health professionals. The company recently launched a new mental health and well-being programme for Irish schools called Weaving Well-Being.

These levels along with all the company’s most popular resources will be showcased at the conference.

Stand C5 Pittman Safety and Traffic PITTMAN offer a full range of safety equipment including speed bumps, bollards, barriers, signage, bike racks and line marking. Special IPPN offer on our stand C5 for School Logo Mat printed with your crest

Stand B3 Playchimes.ie

.ie SENSORY & EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

Playchimes Ireland Ltd., Lisduff, Errill, Co. Laois, Ireland.

www.playchimes.ie info@playchimes.ie Tel: 00353(0)86 8563664

Since 2009 Playchimes.ie have been manufacturing and supplying unique outdoor wallgames to Primary schools nationwide. This year we have exciting new products for the yard to keep all classes engaged and entertained in a fun, social, collaborative and educational capacity. Visit Stand B3 - google: www.playchimes.ie - Email: info@ playchimes.ie - Telephone: 086 8563 664

Stand D6 The Primary Planet News Magazine The Primary Planet publishes curriculum-linked monthly news magazines for children. News Flash for 2nd 4th class, The Primary Planet for 4th - 6th class and Eipic! – our new Irish-language news magazine written specifically for Gaelscoilleanna. Planning, Cúntas Míosúil and Teaching Resources are provided online with every issue. Visit www.theprimaryplanet.ie/teachers

Stand D5 Primary Planning Tool

Stand N3 Promethean Ireland /About Computers

The Primary Planning Tool is an NCCA curriculum aligned planning tool which allows your school to create, integrate and manage your Long-term Plans, Shortterm Plans, Cuntais Míosúla and Thematic planning. In addition, Department Inspectorate notes and reports are available at any time to view, download and print.

About Computers are a Promethean Premier Partner and Main agent for Promethean in Ireland. We supply Promethean whiteboards & Activpanels and whiteboard Service Plans throughout Ireland (including Northern Counties) We carry a full range of Promethean Products and accessories including Projector Lamps, whiteboard pens, power supplies etc. Tel 051-307010

Stand G5 and H6 Prim-Ed Publishing

Stand N2 QDP Services

Prim-Ed is an educational publishing company offering teachers and schools new and innovative resources to meet the challenges of the curriculum. Creative lesson plans, combined with teachers notes and curriculum links, make these resources a trustworthy partner in the classroom.

QDP is the leading provider of independent questionnaire feedback and can: •Provide an effective system to monitor and evaluate feedback and opinions •Gather quantitative and qualitative data from all you stakeholders •Provide robust evidence for selfevaluation •Provide detailed reports capturing the levels of satisfaction •Compare your school’s data with others.

Stand D3 & D4 Qubizm

Stand G9 Sanctuary Synthetics

Qubizm are the creators of Izak9, which is now the ‘go to’ resource for the teaching and learning of maths in senior classrooms all over Ireland. Izak9 CPD courses are already available to schools from most Education Centres and school based demonstrations can be booked nationwide via www.izak9.com.

We supply and install artificial grass playground surfaces to schools nationwide. Turn your mucky field into a year round useable play space for PE and general play time.

Or if you have an existing tarmac yard, it can be covered with shockpad and artificial grass to create an instant green space which is safe for play.

Stand K6 Road Safety Authority

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The aim of the RSA is to save lives and prevent injuries by reducing the number and severity of collisions on the road. This is reflected in our maxim, Working to Save Lives. We reach out to all sections of the population to educate about road safety. Email www.rsa.ie for information.

Do you need to organise your school’s accounts and don’t know where to start? Looking for a simple cost effective solution? Let SchoolAccounting take care of all accounting, payroll and tax returns for your school. SA Accounts is an online accounting system designed specifically for schools. Tel: 061 571445 Mob: 087 4197996

Stand N8 SchoolDays.ie

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SchoolDays.ie is a resource providing parents and schools with a large range of information during the schooling years from pre-school to secondary. Come meet us at IPPN to make sure you are registered to receive our newsletter or follow us on FaceBook. You can also check the details we have on your school are correct.

Stand E6 Sherpa Kids

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Sherpa Kids Ireland provides School Aged Childcare onsite at your school by means of providing breakfast clubs, afterschool care and holiday camp care. We currently service over 40 schools in Ireland and those numbers are growing quickly.

We offer a service which includes a substantial healthy snack, dedicated homework time, themes running throughout the week and as much free play as is possible.

If you would be interested in bringing Sherpa Kids to your school please come and visit us on Stand E6 where someone from our Sherpa Kids staff will be on hand to answer any of your queries.

Stand L6 Sensational Kids Child Development & Learning Store for children of all abilities. General educational resources as well as resources for children with special educational needs.

Handwriting Without Tears Curriculum Products and Workshops. Shop online or instore at our child development centres in Leinster & Munster.

Stand B7 Special Educational Essentials

Stand I4 Specialst Crafts Specialist Crafts are Irelands largest supplier of art and crafts supplies. Free delivery on all orders no minimum order quantities . Free samples available on request. orders can be placed on line. Lowest prices guaranteed. Visit our website www.specialistcrafts.ie for more details.

Stand N5 Spectrum Educational Spectrum Educational has established as a major presence in the educational market place, because our guiding principle is ‘Quality Products Sold by Quality People’. We work hard to lead the way in introducing innovative new products that teahers need and want.

Stand K2 Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland SEAI is Ireland’s national sustainable energy authority.

Our vision is for Ireland’s energy to be sustainable, secure, affordable and clean. We offer schools curriculum aligned resources for teaching energy and provide supports for reducing energy bills. Every year schools are required to report their energy use to SEAI via an online system.

Stand D2 Ted Kelleher First Aid & Hygiene Supplies Ltd We provide solutions where there is a need for top class hygiene and first aid products. We have over 20 years dedicated expertise. All products are CE marked and meet with H&S Standards . We promote only top quality branded products, all at rock bottom prices with speedy delivery throughout Ireland.

Special educational essentials are an Irish company supplying a vast range of High quality educational resources to primary School’s and hildcare Centre’s, Which include , Aistear, Maths, Language, Physical activities and Special needs.

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Stand F10 The Schoolwear House The Schoolwear House is Irelands leading supplier of school uniform and sportswear. For the past 20 years we have worked with all our client schools to deliver the best quality uniforms at the most competitive prices. Please visit us at stand F10 to view our range of customised team kit and leisurewear.

Stand K7 Toomey Audio Visual

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We constantly look at the latest developments in Audiovisual (AV) equipment for schools ensuring our advice is current and forward thinking. You can present your options to the board and teaching staff, confident that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve considered every aspect thoroughly. Call us on 01 4660515 or visit www.toomeyav.ie

Stand K9 Unique Publishing The Unique School App provides a single touchpoint for parents to receive and access all school news and information as well as making payments and submitting forms.

Stand L1 & L2 Veritas Veritas is Irelandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading religious education publisher.

As we prepare to launch Grow in Love for 5th class, we welcome you to collect a sampler from our stand and to talk to our team at IPPN Expo. Please remember we offer 12.5% discount on all school orders.

Stand H10 VHI Healthcare Stand I12 Topline Markings Ltd Irelands leading sports & playground marking experts We provide the highest standard in playground and game court markings. Our designs are bright and colourful, ideal for encouraging healthy outdoor activities. Our service is nationwide. We look forward to you visiting us at our stand I 12 or www.toplinemarkings.ie

Since 1957 Vhi has been helping people in Ireland to access the best value, quality private healthcare through its extensive range of diverse healthcare products and services.

Stand N7 Zeeko Education Zeeko is creating a world where young people are safe using technology and the internet. Zeeko surveyed over 20,000 of Irish Primary School children each year.

89% of 7-12 year olds use a mobile device to go online.

Additionally children are starting to use the internet at a younger age.

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NEW APP

A TextaParent App is now available in Apple & Android for schools, clubs, community groups and organisations TextaParent’s new App can dramatically reduce the cost of sending messages to parents and staff.

TextaParent Purchase Example 3,000 Standard Texts = €165 3,000 App Messages = €82.50

A MASSIVE SAVING OF 50% FOR YOUR SCHOOL* The App is available to use at no extra cost to schools or to parents.

The more contacts that download the App, the lower the cost of sending messages will be. You do not need to do anything different when sending messages via TextaParent.ie. Contacts with the App downloaded will receive the App message – those who don’t will receive a standard text message Calendar Function On your Textaparent home screen of the website, you will see a new tab School Calendar.This NEW feature will allow you to add events to the calendar which can be viewed by the contacts on the App. Ideal for marking early closures, fundraising events, school play, other important dates, etc.

Award Winning We are delighted to announce that TextaParent.ie was voted the Best eCommerce website at the recent Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2017. The awards ceremony took place in Pairc Uí Chaoimh on 26th October, 2017.

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Claire O’Donovan (IPPN) and Sarah McNamara (TextaParent.ie) accepting the Best eCommerce Website award at the Cork Digital Marketing Awards.

TextaParent has been extremely busy since the start of the school year.

Along with the usual surge in activity with returning for the school year, we had extreme weather to contend with too.

During storm Ophelia we hit the highest volume of messages ever sent through the system, with over 800,000 messages delivered between Saturday and Monday of that weekend.

If you have any queries, or would like to try TextaParent.ie for yourself, please contact info@textaparent.ie or 1890 401 501 *Prices may be subject to VAT. Saving will depend on the volume of recipients with the App downloaded.

Message volume during Storm Ophelia

Irish Primary Principals’ Network Líonra Phríomhoidí Bunscoile Éireann

Exhibitors A-Z Stand No

Exhibitor

Exhibitor

Stand No

Exhibitor

A1 & A2 Lars Play Ltd

E9

Gaelchultúr

A3

Big Red Cloud

E10

Eversheds Sutherland

A4

GL Assessment

E11

A5

Achieve on Line Learning Ltd.

Emu Ink Schools’ Publishing Programme

J4

Nexus Ltd

A6

Murray's Recycled Plastic Ltd

E12

Communication Technology Managed Print Solutions

J5

Grenke Finance

F1

Aladdin Schools

F2

SchoolAccounting

J10 & K1 Explorium

F3

Outside the Box

F4

Carambola - Food For Thought

F5

Butlers Chocolate Experience

F7

Compupac Education

F8

ILLE Services (Irl)

F9

Easy Payments Plus

F10

The School Wear House

F11

Lafayette School Photography

A7 & B6 Freshtoday Schools Lunches

A8

lets educate

A9

Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd

A10

iClass

A11

Munster Business Equipment

A12

AppierSchool

B1

GDK Network Systems Ltd

B2

Matific

B3

Playchimes.ie

B4

Irish Water Safety

B5

Cogs The Brain Shop

B7

Special Educational Essentials

C1

Kompan Ireland Ltd

C2

Gerflor Ltd

C3

ABC School Supplies

C4

Memorylane. Professional school photographers

C5

PITTMAN Traffic & Safety

C6 & D7 Compu b

C7

Donegan Acoustics

C8

Coláiste UISCE

C9

Divers Educational Supplies

C10

Forbo Flooring Ireland

D1

Allianz

D2

Ted Kelleher First Aid & Hygiene Supplies Ltd

G1 & H1 Microsoft/Wriggle Jr. G2 & H2 Creative Activity

G3

An Gum/COGG

G4

European Commission Representation in Ireland

Lets Go! School Tours

E6

Sherpa Kids

E7 & F6 Gill Education

E8

McDonnell IT

K7

Toomey Audio Visual

K8

Gtec IT Solutions

K9

Unique Publishing

K10

Hitex International Group

K11

EWTN Television

L1 & L2 Veritas

L9

iNet Safety

L10

Komeer for Schools

L11

Aldi Play Rugby

M1

County Photos

M2

Lettertec Ireland Ltd

M3

Abal

M4

Curriculum Development Unit, Mary Immaculate College, Limerick

M5

JD Resources

I2 & I3 Cantec

N1

DabbledooMusic

I4

Specialist Crafts

N2

QDP Services

I5

Croke Park Tours

N3

Promethean Ireland / About Computers

N4

Mindfulness Matters

N5

Spectrum Educational

N6

www.clevermindtoys.ie

N7

Zeeko Education

N8

SchoolDays.ie

N9

Irish Family History Centre

G11

Dogs Trust

H3 & H4 Edanu ICT

H5

Databiz Solutions

H7 & H8 CJ Fallon

Imex Interactive

E5

Road Safety Authority

OTCS

I1

Super Troopers

K6

G10

H12

GreenIT

K5

Food Dudes

Activate Speech

Our World Irish Aid Awards

Sanctuary Synthetics

E4

Garden Escapes (Ireland) Ltd

L8

G9

The Primary Planet News Magazines

E3

Comhar Linn INTO CU

K4

L7

D6

K3

Mellon Educate

G8

Green-Schools

McSport.ie

SEAI

Sensational Kids

H11

D11

K2

Optima Ltd

Don Keating Wholesale Ltd

L6

G7

Primary Planning Tool

Hibernia College

Crothers Security

L5

D5

D10

Cleverkids

J12

4schools.ie

J11

G6

Vhi Healthcare

Camara Ireland

Copymoore

H10

D9

J8, J9,

Early Childhood Ireland

Junior Entrepreneur Programme

J3

L4

D3 & D4 Qubizm

An Foclóir Nua Béarla-Gaeilge

L3

Browne Brothers Playgrounds

D8

EMS Copiers Managed Print Solutions

H9

J1 & J2

G5 & H6 Prim-Ed Publishing

E1 & E2 Edco

30

Stand No

Cara Training Consultancy

I6 & J6 Folens I7 & J7 Glanmore Foods

I8

Kids Inc Afterschool Care

I9

Bytech Managed Print Services

i10

Epson

I11

EASE

I12

Topline Markings Ltd

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Attendee Information Education Expo Opening Times Thursday 25th January 08:15 - 19:00 Friday 26th January 08:00 - 18:00

ATM facilities: There is an ATM located near the golf shop, behind the reception area in the Citywest hotel.

Toilets: Facilities are located on the Expo floor at the end of the front walkway, near Row M and the Expo Presentation Area.

Refreshments and Meals for Conference Attendees and Exhibitors:

WiFi:

Free Wifi is available throughout the convention centre.

Lunch will be served on Level 2 of the Convention Centre on both days. All tea, coffee and desserts are served at the stations in the Expo Floor. President’s Reception dinner on Thursday night and the Gala Dinner on Friday night will be served in the City West Suite in the main hotel.

Finding your way around: Conference: There is a campus map in the Attendee Pack issued

To connect to the Wifi please at registration that outlines the location of the auditorium, select IPPN@citywest and seminar rooms and other key locations. Additional signage use ippn18 when asked for throughout the Convention Centre and City west campus will password. direct you to key locations.

Twitter:

@ippn_education @ippnexpo #ippn18

Education Expo: There is a full Education Expo map in the centre of this magazine on Page 16. In addition there will be detailed boards displaying company locations at the front of each Expo row and name plates on each stand.

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