Confident Beginnings is a practical, engaging course designed to support new and early-career Junior Infant teachers in creating a positive, well-organised, and play-based classroom. Participants will explore classroom setup, planning, literacy, and purposeful play, alongside practical strategies for assessment, behaviour management, wellbeing, and effective communication with parents. Packed with ready-to-use ideas, resources, and real classroom experience, this course aims to build confidence and provide teachers with the knowledge and practical tools they need for a successful and rewarding year in Junior Infants.