Home School Community Liaison 

We are privileged in Saint Fintan's Boys School to have a Home School Community Liaison (HSCL) co-ordinator. Sheila Byrne is our  HSCL co-ordinator at Saint Fintan's.

The aim of the HSCL scheme is to promote partnership and cooperation between home, school and the community, to make sure that every child participates fully in the education system.

The HSCL scheme recognises parents as the primary educators of their children. We welcome the involvement of parents in all aspects of school life. The HSCL coordinator is there to support and empower you, the parent, and assist you in your role as parents and educators. 

The way in which the HSCL co-ordinator can offer you support is by informing you of educational and financial supports in place in the school. You will see Sheila on the school yard, you can call to the school or may have her visit you in your home. Our school provides a warm and welcoming haven, where you can meet other parents for a coffee, and also learn new skills in dealing with parenting issues and education.

Classes are organised regularly for parents. Classes which have been held in HFSS include:

• Cookery
• Maths for Fun
• Gardening
• Computers
• Storysacks
• Craft Classes

Sheila’s role is to support parents in the education of their children and to advise parents on related issues. During the school year parents may be invited into the school to work with teachers and pupils on literacy, numeracy and other initiatives. A variety of classes and courses are also organised for parents to attend.

Home visitations are a big part of Sheila’s role and she may call to your home for a chat throughout the school year. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact her.