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People First Credit Union Hosts Successful Schools Quiz
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People First Credit Union Hosts Successful Schools Quiz

28 teams take part in People First Credit Union School Quiz

People First Credit Union was delighted to host its annual School Quiz on Monday, 9th February at the stunning surroundings of the Midlands Park Hotel, welcoming an impressive 28 teams from primary schools across the region for a fantastic evening of fun, teamwork and friendly competition.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Knock NS Team – Margaret Butler, Ana Stratan, Orlaith Headen and Cian Tully Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

The Credit Union School Quiz is a much-anticipated event in the local calendar, bringing together young students to test their knowledge across a wide range of topics while building confidence and camaraderie.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Ratheniska NS Team – Jennifer Kelly, Liadán Feiritéar, Alex Douglas Jhaslam and James Fingleton. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

Each team was made up of four members and competed in one of two categories:

  • Competition A – Under 11 (for entrants aged 10 or younger on 31st December 2025), featuring 10 rounds of questions.
  • Competition B – Under 13 (for entrants aged 12 or younger on 31st December 2025), featuring 12 rounds, including two additional rounds.
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Scoil Mhicil Naofa, Athy – Lee Kennelly, Antoni Zuchowicz, Donnchadh Latisev and Patrick Adekunle. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

The atmosphere on the night was electric, with parents, teachers and supporters cheering on the students as they tackled challenging questions spanning general knowledge, sport, history, geography and more.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Scoil Mhuire Abbeyleix Team – William Walsh, Tommy Carroll, Pádraic Kelly and Patrick Spillane . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Abbeyleix South NS Team – Heidi Tuite, Amelia Lally, Hugh Bennett and Emma Sweetman .. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

🏆 Competition A – Under 11 Winners

The winning team in the Under 11 category was Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by:

  • Tadhg O’Cuinn
  • Sebastian de Plása
  • Anraí Mac Uait
  • Olibhéar Ó Fathaigh
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : St Colman’s NS Team – Ava Kinsella, Odafe Acpubi, Michael Fenlon Lynch and MJ Carroll . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

🏆 Competition B – Under 13 Winners

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Heath NS Team – RóisIn Kelly, Andrew Sheeran, Mae Delaney and Mike Newell. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

The winners of the Under 13 category — who now progress to the next stage of the competition — were also from Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by:

  • Oran Ó Cuinn
  • Olibhéar Ó Treasigh
  • Ruairí Ó Scolaidhe
  • Riain Ó Cianáin
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Scoil Mhuire Abbeyleix Team – Olivia Spillane, Elsa Mooney’ Ella Casey and Laura O’Shea Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

All participating teams received a special certificate to mark their achievement, recognising the dedication and preparation that went into the competition.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Ballylinan St Patricks NS Team: Odhrán Sukprasert, Bobby Fitzgerald, Thomas Parker and Josephine Kelly Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

The next stage of the quiz will take place at Chapter level during the first weekend in March (date and venue to be confirmed). From there, teams will have the opportunity to progress to the national finals.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Checking the scores – Emma McGuician, Claire Brophy and Ailish Heffernan . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

At national level, the winning teams will receive €1,250 per school, while the runners-up in each category will receive €750 per school, contributing to a fantastic total prize fund of €4,000. National winners and runners-up will also be presented with a silver salver, along with significant individual prizes for each team member and a substantial cheque for their schools.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Shanahoe NS Team : Emmy McDonnell, Emily Rohan, Lily Delaney and Conor Bergin . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

Speaking after the event, Seán Dunne CEO for People First Credit Union said:

“Our School Quiz is one of the highlights of the year for us. It’s wonderful to see so many young students taking part, challenging themselves and representing their schools with such enthusiasm. The energy in the room was fantastic. We are incredibly proud to support initiatives like this that encourage learning, teamwork and community spirit.”

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : The winners of the Under 13 category — who now progress to the next stage of the competition – from Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by: •Oran Ó Cuinn, Olibhéar Ó Treasigh , Ruairí Ó Scolaidhe and • Riain Ó Cianáin are pictured with Carol Murphy ( Marketing Manager, People First CU ) and Sandra Bergin ( People First CU ). Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .

People First Credit Union would like to thank all participating schools, teachers, parents and volunteers who helped make the event such a success and wish the winning teams the very best as they progress to the next stage.

People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : The winners of the Under 13 category — who now progress to the next stage of the competition – from Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by: •Oran Ó Cuinn, Olibhéar Ó Treasigh , Ruairí Ó Scolaidhe and • Riain Ó Cianáin are pictured with Carol Murphy ( Marketing Manager, People First CU ) and Sandra Bergin ( People First CU ). Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Athy Model School Team: Addison Kelly Alex Hutchinson, Matthew Lazenbyand Anna Meredith . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Knock NS team : Aislinn Miller, Lucy Lalor, Ryan Doran and Alex Carr . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Team 3A – Churchtown Ns : Sarah Young, Danny Morrin, Caoimhe O’ Rourke and Ava Leonard Fahy. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee.
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Staff members at People First CU Portlaoise. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : The winning team in the Under 11 category was Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by:• Tadhg O’Cuinn, Sebastian de Plása, Anraí Mac Uait and • Olibhéar Ó Fathaigh – are pictured with Belinda Gyves ( Business Development Manager PFCU ). Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : The winning team in the Under 11 category was Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, represented by:• Tadhg O’Cuinn, Sebastian de Plása, Anraí Mac Uait and • Olibhéar Ó Fathaigh – are pictured with Belinda Gyves ( Business Development Manager PFCU ). Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Athy Model School Team – Addison Kelly, Alex Hutchinson, Matthew Lazenby and Anna Meredith. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Knock NS Team – Aislinn Miller, Lucy Lalor, Ryan Doran and Alex Carr. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Churchtown NS Team – Andrew Hickey, Jack Leonard Fahy, Shane Harris and Ronan Coffey. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : St Colman’s NS Team – Nitesh Kumar, Jane Walker, James Lewis and Ben Maher. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Churchtown Ns Team – Sarah Young, Danny Morrin, Caoimhe O’ Rourke and Ava Leonard Fahy. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Scoil Mhicil Naofa Athy Team – Jack Kennedy, Esther Oduntan, Victor Malisenco, Ciara Ashton McDonnell with Teacher , Mr Damian Walsh. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Waiting to begin the Quiz. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Ballylinan St Patricks NS Team – Billy Kealy, Michael Scully , Lauren Dully and Alex Moriarty . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Heath NS Team – Zach O’Connor, Thomas Newell, Conor Barry and Beth Delaney . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Athy Model School Team – Luke Hutchinson, Charlotte O’ Donovan, Ioana Spiniuc Emmet and Taafe-Harward . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Belinda Gyves ( People First CU ) chatting with Ballacolla NS pupils.. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Section of the attendance . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Section of the attendance .. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Staff members at People First CU Portlaoise. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Carol Murphy ( Marketing Manager ) and Sean Dunne ( CEO ). Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Oupils waiting for the quiz to begin . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Section of the attendance. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Naomh Pius X NS Ballacolla Team – Joe Coonan, Will Doyle, Evan Hanlon and Lily Kavanagh. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Naomh Pius X Team, Ballacolla – Brian Coonan, Harry McEvoy, Rachel Hanlon and Kian Delaney. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Shanahoe NS Katie McDonnell, Katelyn Doogue, Aisling Drennan and Liam Rohan. . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Ballylinan St Patricks NS Team -Billy Kealy, Michael Scully , Lauren Dully and Alex Moriarty. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Scoil Phádraig Naofa, Athy Team – Daniel Rowan, Thomas Fenlon, Nathan Ryan and Harry Talbot . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Gaelscoil Portlaoise Team – Tadhg O’ Cuinn, Sebastian de Plása, Anraí Mac Uait and Olibhéar Ó Fathaigh. Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Holy Family Senior School Portlaoise Team – Cassandra Ryan, Tom Devaney, Alvia Robin and Nicole Fred . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Ballylinan St Patricks Team – Annie Fenlon, Samuel Panzu, Michael O’Brien and Robyn Fennell . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .
People First Credit Union School Quiz, at Midlands Park Hotel Portlaoise : Gaelscoil Portlaoise Team – Oran Ó Cuinn, Olibhéar Ó Treasigh, Ruairí Ó Scolaidhe and Riain Ó CianáinStaff . Photo: Michael Scully – no reproduction fee .