John Madden, head of Roddensvale School, Larne, receives an MBE for services to education and to children with special educational needs. The MBE for services to education also goes to Stephen Mulligan, principal of Mossley Primary School, and Maria Quinn, principal, Abbey Community College, both Newtownabbey. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
Following the award announcement, Mr Madden said he was “humbled and highly delighted personally” but acknowledged it is a “tribute to the hard work of colleagues, governors, parents and the wider community who have all contributed to make Roddensvale School such a special school”. In a statement congratulating all recipients from the education sector, the Controlled Schools’ Support Council (CSSC) made special mention of Mrs Quinn and Mr Madden. Mark Baker , CSSC chief executive, commented: “Maria Quinn was the first principal of Abbey Community College following the amalgamation of two former schools.
Her leadership in education and in the wider community has led to parents, schools, voluntary and community organisations working together to enable children and young people to do well at school and home whilst tackling educational underachievement. "The school population has grown by 300 since opening in September 2015. Maria has highlighted the challenges being faced by young people in the area and.