School Leaver Programme
Who are we?
We are proud to be person-centred in every aspect, tailoring our support to each individual’s goals, interests, and pace. Your programme is developed by you with our support, the activities you engage in are chosen by you, and your week and pace are all based on what you wish to do. We are here to help and support you to achieve this.
Ultimately our goal by the end of our programme is that our participants will be active members of their community with valued social roles, be independent and ready for the next step in their life whatever that may be.
National Policies that underpin our programme:
Our programme’s aims are:
Person – centredness: Our service provision is uniquely tailored and provided to each participant, and how it is delivered is based on you. We take the time to get to know you, help you to figure out your goals and aspirations, support you in the steps to achieve your goals. No two people’s programme provision is the exact same.
Community Inclusive: We are committed to ensuring our service provision is community-led. That means we actively promote social inclusion by helping young adults engage meaningfully in their local communities. This includes Participating in local work experiences, joining education centres and training programmes, getting involved in community initiatives like Tidy Towns and Social Farming, and connecting with local clubs, groups, and team. Our goal is to help each participant build strong community ties, develop valued social roles, and feel a true sense of belonging in their local area.
Independence: Our programme works with you to ensure your independence in any way we can. We can support you to build up your confidence in using public transport independently, support you through your Driver’s Theory Test, Driving Lessons and Driving Test as well as supporting you to drive your own vehicle independently. If you were interested in living independently, we can support you through this process.
Supporting our Participants to lead a self-directed and fulfilling life in their local communities and building strong foundations of social inclusion and active citizenship for our participants.
How We Can Support You
Try out different types of jobs with local businesses to discover what you enjoy and what suits you best.
Explore Social Farming Placements if you’re interested in working in Farming, nature and in your community.
One-to-one Driver Theory Test support and help finding driving lessons.
Build the skills and confidence to use local transport independently.
Support to apply for and attend further education in Ireland’s colleges — we’ll guide you through every step.
Access Education and Training opportunities through your local Education and Training centre.
Work on life and social skills to help you thrive in everyday situations.
Support to improve your health, wellbeing, and fitness.
Build confidence and independence at your pace.
Explore Supported Living or Independent Living options that suit your lifestyle and goals.
Join in with other participants for fun activities like:
Cinema trips
Walks and lunch meetups
Day trips
Get involved in Community Projects and Initiatives.
Connect with local clubs, groups, and teams based on your interests.
Whatever your goals or interests, School Leaver Facilitator’s are here to support you in the best way we can.
For further details, please contact the relevant officer for your area listed below:
Area | Contact Name/Title | Office Location | Contact No. | |
All | Joseph McCrohan SL Manager | West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry | 066 9472724 087 2849165 | |
Cahersiveen | Irene Brune Facilitator | West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry | 066 9472724 087 3805702 | |
Mid Kerry | Ashling McKenna Facilitator | Library Place, Killorglin, Co. Kerry | 066 9761615 087 0025773 | |
Mid Kerry | Chloe Galvin Facilitator | Library Place, Killorglin, Co. Kerry | 066 9761615 087 3725711 | |
Kenmare | Enda Keogh Facilitator | 21 Henry Street, Kenmare, Co. Kerry | 064 6641930 087 3725749 |
