Hello, I’m the P4F teacher Ms. Falconer. I’m originally from Canada and earned my Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Canada. I graduated at the top of my class in my Bachelor of Education degree and was honoured to receive the Medal of Educational Excellence, which is awarded to the student with the highest marks in both their classwork and teaching placements.  

I started teaching at St Andrew’s College Junior School in 2014. I taught for 6 years at International Baccalaureate World Schools in Bonn, Germany and Beijing, China before moving to Ireland and joining the staff of St. Andrew’s College.  

I am from a family of educators, so teaching is in my blood. My father is an educational psychologist, my sister is a primary school music teacher, and my brother works in Silicon Valley mentoring new app-developers in the use of AI technology.  

Prior to becoming a teacher, I graduated from film school and worked in the film industry in Canada. I always enjoy sharing these experiences in the dramatic arts with my students. They are usually keen to hear that I worked on a film with Star Wars alum, Harrison Ford.  

I love teaching and helping students develop a love of learning! I encourage independence and confidence. You will find respectful, caring students working on hands-on projects and research as well as taking part in group activities in my classroom. Students quickly form a sense of community while working in teams to solve complex problems.   

I am also the Maths Coordinator in the Junior School and have a passion for helping all students see the benefits and uses of Maths in their everyday lives.   

In addition to being a teacher at SACJS, I am also a parent here. As such, I am highly aware of just how crucial the parent-teacher relationship is. I am very keen to work together, as a team, not only with you, but with the entire team of teachers and administrators here, to ensure the success and happiness of your child and further the positive environment we have developed here. 

As always, I look forward to another fantastic year at SACJS!  

Sarah Falconer

Email:  sfalconer@st-andrews.ie