Honouring Excellence: Priory Youthreach Awards Celebration 

Celebrating Success: Priory Youthreach Learners Take the Next Step Toward a Bright Future 

Level 4 graduates 2025 

Priory Youthreach was extremely proud to present QQI Level 4 awards to our dedicated learners. Each of them is now taking the next step on their journey toward a bright future in both employment and further education. Molly Finnerty is progressing to Inchicore College to study Nursing Studies. Caitlin Hawkins is studying front-line reception at Tallaght Training Centre. Julie Clare O’Brien is beginning an apprenticeship in Hairdressing and has gained employment with Peter Mark. Rebecca O’Sullivan is continuing her education at Rathmines College, where she will study Digital and General Administration. The team are incredibly proud of their achievements and wish them every success in their future endeavours. 

Level 3 Learners Shine in Active Youth Challenge with Medals and Trophy Wins! 

Left to right Erin O’Rowe, Holly McMahon, Chlo Smit, Ryan Dunne, John Jerard Walker, Fionn Nolan O’Brien, Katie Rafferty, Lara Pujolas and Patrick Martin  

We are delighted to celebrate our Level 3 learners, who were awarded medals and a trophy for their outstanding 12-week participation in the Active Youth Challenge. Throughout the programme, learners engaged in a variety of exciting and physically challenging activities, including tag rugby, football, indoor rock climbing, and even bog jumping! Their enthusiasm, teamwork, and commitment were truly inspiring. Well done to all involved — your energy and determination made this challenge a great success! 

Gold Award for Dream Space Ambassadors: Empowering 21st-Century Learning at Priory Youthreach 

Left to right Chloe Smith, teacher Celia Jones and Jayden Skelton  

Our learners completed online activities including MakeCode Arcade 101, Python 101, and AI, building essential 21st-century learning skills. Chloe Smith and Jayden Skelton led peer-to-peer teaching across the centre, including downloading and setting up Minecraft Education on all devices for fellow learners. Each year, Dream Space Ambassadors are awarded bronze, silver, gold, or platinum certificates based on their achievements. We are incredibly proud of our learners and their teacher, Celia Jones, for achieving the gold award which was presented to them in Microsoft Dream space and for their ongoing positive impact within the centre.  

Priory Youthreach Joins AI History with Guinness World Record at Microsoft’s AI Skills Fest 

Priory Youthreach were part of AI history by participating in a nationwide virtual event hosted live from One Microsoft Place as part of Microsoft’s AI Skills Fest! The session explored the world of Artificial Intelligence through hands-on activities, expert insights from Microsoft AI professionals, and set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most users to complete a multi-level AI lesson online in 24 hours! 

 Gold Tec Ambassadors Award from Choose Tech 

Celia Jones and Sandra Bagnall received the Gold Tec Ambassadors’ award from Choose Tec. Supported by Salesforce, the ‘Choose Tech’ programme helps young people (15–20 years old) dive into the exciting world of tech early. It encourages them to pick up new skills, build on what they already know, and discover different career routes — from pre-tech training to apprenticeships in the tech industry. 

Priory Youthreach Learners Promote Sustainability on Recycle & Reuse Day 

Priory Youthreach learners recently took part in Recycle & Reuse Day to raise awareness about sustainable clothing practices. They swapped clothes, learned about upcycling, and explored ways to reduce textile waste. This event encouraged responsible habits and highlighted the importance of reusing clothes to protect the environment. We’re proud of our learners’ commitment to making a positive impact for a greener future. 

Post by  Sandra Bagnall Priory Youthreach