Parent Champions
What are Parent Champions?
THRiVE Parent Champions are a group of parents from schools in Rathcoole and Monkstown
We are working on…
- Advocating for and supporting local parents
- Spreading the key messages of the WE CAN campaign
- Organising events to celebrate success
- Training and encouraging other parents
- Increasing adult education opportunities
parent engagement survey 2024
In 2024 THRiVE Parent Champions carried out a survey with parents in Rathcoole and Monkstown to identify needs for local families. 135 parents responded and the survey results are shown here.
Parent Champions have presented the findings at THRiVE board meetings and the Collaborating for Impact Conference at Stranmillis University. They are continuing to work on an action plan to address local needs and lobby for change.
News & Updates

Hope Matters Training
Great to see the Hope Matters Training starting today with 14 participants from across the community, including parents, schools, and Barnardo’s staff. A massive thank
THRiVE live
Check out the new THRiVE live, presenting a few highlights from Quarter 2, including Newtownabbey Family Connections summer scheme, SPARK, EVAWG training and impact reports
