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About Us
RIORCO is a leading education consultancy service based in Ireland. Our knowledge of the Irish, European and North American education systems enables us to support students and educational establishments to flourish. The success of our business is built upon the high caliber of our staff and their well established links with key figures in the Primary, Secondary and Third level education sectors. We offer the genuine education expertise needed to guide you through your own unique journey.
Senior Leadership
Cillian O'Riordan
Managing Partner
Cillian brings significant experience of both the private and public education sectors of Ireland. His mainstream experience is augmented by his work with both the Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST) and the State Examinations Commission (SEC). A dedicated advocate for robust oversight, Cillian has served on multiple Boards of Management, giving him significant corporate governance experience. Cillian has served as Assistant Principal, Deputy Principal and Principal in both single sex and co-educational settings. As Principal, Cillian currently leads an all-girls secondary school in Dublin, Ireland. Cillian is a member of the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals.
Shane Fitzgerald
Partner
Shane brings significant experience of the ETB and Voluntary Sectors of Irish education. Shane’s mainstream experience is augmented by his roles with the National Induction Programme for Teachers (NIPT) and the State Examination Commission (SEC). Shane has also contributed to teacher training programmes at Dublin City University, as an adjunct lecturer. Shane has served as Assistant Principal, Deputy Principal and Principal in both single sex and co-educational settings. As Principal, Shane currently leads an all-boys secondary school in Limerick, Ireland. Shane is a member of the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals
School Placement
The process of choosing and applying to an Irish school is complex. We support families,from all over the world, by understanding the unique needs of your child. We work with you to shortlist appropriate schools, liaise with admission departments, arrange private tours and prepare for academic assessment in advance of any placement. We place students in Montessori, Primary and Secondary schools.
Career Guidance
The process of choosing and applying to an Irish school is complex. We support families,from all over the world, by understanding the unique needs of your child. We work with you to shortlist appropriate schools, liaise with admission departments, arrange private tours and prepare for academic assessment in advance of any placement. We place students in Montessori, Primary and Secondary schools.
Teacher Interview Preparation
Our Interview Consultancy gives teachers an edge when it comes to making their next career move. Whether you are a recent graduate applying for your first position or an experienced educator preparing for middle or senior management, we guide you through mock interviews and the completion of application forms.
Language Study Programmes
We place language students in our quality partner language schools in Ireland, France, Spain and Germany. We work with each student to assess your needs and to shortlist the most appropriate school and language course. Each partner school has been fully vetted by our staff to ensure it passes RIORCO quality checks.
Corporate Relocation
We work with the HR departments of global companies, both large and small, to secure school placements for the children of their valued staff. Our extensive links with Montessori, Primary, Secondary and Third level education sectors enable us to place students from 2-21 years of age. We collaborate with HR departments to make the move as seamless as possible for their executives and families.