Arnaud Bongrand

Arnaud is a native French speaker and has taught at the Institute for eight years. He has 24 years  teaching experience, having taught in the Alliance Française, Euro Languages College and Living Language.  Arnaud has worked with the Department of

Nicky Dowling

Nicky joined The Institute of Education last year and is thoroughly enjoying her role as a teacher of French & German, as well as Form Tutor for 5th Years. After she graduated from UCD with an honours degree in both

Patrick Fitzsimons

Patrick Fitzsimons is a Spanish teacher at the Institute for 4th Year and 5th year. He also runs the French debating club and the 6th year French and Spanish language clubs. He holds a First Class Honours degree in French

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