About Us

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I am the proud founder of Growing Roots Forest School. 

I have been running forest school groups for more than 3 years now and have been enjoying every moment of it. 

I am French-German, 32 years-old, and I have been in love with Ireland for about 10 years now. 

I studied Psychology, partly in France and partly in Dublin, and Psychomotor Therapy (very similar to Play therapy) in Geneva, Switzerland.

I am a fully trained Forest School Leader, and am currently training as a Play therapist. These two complementary approaches provide me with a lot of ideas on how to support the children's play and social interactions in the group.  


I have worked with children in various settings: community centers, summer camps, crèches, etc. My toolbox is full of playful activities which I love to share with the children of the groups!


I am fully insured to do the work that I do with the children, have a First Aid Outdoor certificate, and I am also Garda Vetted for this role. 

I joined the team in September 2022 as a volunteer and love my weekly visits to the forest spending time with the children.  Nature is our teacher and together we’re learning about all the biodiversity in this beautiful place.  It never ceases to amaze me how happy the children are in the outdoors and their fascination with nature and wildlife.  My time with Growing Roots is a perfect match to the studies I’m doing at the moment - a Masters in Outdoor Environmental Education.

I began working with Growing Roots as a volunteer in May 2022 and now work part-time as an assistant. I am currently studying Education Studies at Marino Institute of Education and I feel that my learning alongside Elisa, Briana and the children at Growing Roots is giving me a unique perspective and positive lived experience that is aiding my studies. 

I have previously worked as a childminder and some of my favourite topics to study include alternative education, play-centred curriculum, and psychology. 

I have a great fascination with nature, especially Ireland’s native animals and plants. I hope to introduce this to the children in a way that is fun and that will encourage a sense of pride and respect for our local environment. My hobbies include crafting, music, and outdoor adventures!

I love working with the children and always do my very best to ensure that everyone feels welcome and cared for in the forest. I am fully insured and Garda vetted for this role and have also completed the TUSLA Child Safeguarding course.