School Visits & Education Programmes
Children & Adults
Heritage in Schools
Caroline is a Heritage Specialist who visits primary schools (in person or virtually) to help children and their teachers learn about and appreciate their local heritage. Through the Scheme, Caroline supports the stated aims and objectives of the Social, Scientific and Environmental Education (SESE) curriculum and provides an additional educational tool and resource for teachers.
“I will always remember Caroline visiting our school.”
Primary Level
Participant
Poetry Ireland
The Writers in Schools scheme part-funds visits by writers and storytellers to primary and post-primary schools in the Republic of Ireland (funded by The Arts Council) and Northern Ireland (funded by Arts Council Northern Ireland). As part of this scheme, Caroline has visited 100’s of schools throughout the country.
“It was the best day of my life.”
Secondary Level
Participant
“Caroline’s energy & love of writing was infectious.”
Secondary Level
Teacher
Writer in Residence
Carlow County Council’s Arts Service and Library Service have a strong commitment to providing literary developments through partnership and are thrilled to announce Caroline Busher as Writer in Residence for their 2025 programme. The programme focuses on long-term sustainable initiatives that benefit our local communities, as well as nurturing the development of new writing skills. They are also committed to quality, access and inclusivity. They are also committed to quality, access and inclusivity.
As Reader in Residence, Caroline delivered a programme of activities designed to promote literacy and foster a habit and enjoyment of reading and library use with children and young people. The residency involved engagement with children through schools, preschools and community groups, centred round their local library. The residency also provided opportunities for parents and children to explore and enjoy reading and other family literacy activities together. This programme was in partnership with Wexford County Council Public Library Service through all five libraries, and mobile library service in County Wexford.
Mentoring
Maybe you have always dreamed of being a best-selling author. If you are reading this, then maybe you should take it as a sign that you are ready to take your writing to the next level. I can help you to do just that. I have been where you are now. Allow me to be your creative writing mentor. I will share my industry knowledge with you and guide you on your writing journey. With experience of writing best-selling books and appearing on national TV and radio. I know what it takes to build a successful career as an author. I am currently taking bookings for my 1:1 mentoring service and would be delighted to work with you. If you would like to know more, please drop me an e-mail, and I will get back to you asap. Please note that the mentoring service is facilitated through Zoom and is only available to adults who are writing books.
Caroline has managed and appeared in many literary festivals such as
Towers & Tales at Lismore Castle, Dublin Book Festival, Cúirt & Ennis Book Club Festival…
What People Are Saying
“I would highly recommend Caroline Busher as a mentor and writing guide. She is attentive and encouraging and has given me insight and helpful tips on how to get my manuscripts to the polished version for submission. Her professionalism and discretion create an atmosphere of trust, which is important to me as I share my vision behind my writing with her. I know she is batting for me and is a loyal supporter as I endeavor to make it to being a published author.”
— Mentee“I would highly recommend Caroline Busher as a mentor and writing guide. She is attentive and encouraging and has given me insight and helpful tips on how to get my manuscripts to the polished version for submission. Her professionalism and discretion create an atmosphere of trust, which is important to me as I share my vision behind my writing with her. I know she is batting for me and is a loyal supporter as I endeavor to make it to being a published author.”
— Mentee“I would highly recommend Caroline Busher as a mentor and writing guide. She is attentive and encouraging and has given me insight and helpful tips on how to get my manuscripts to the polished version for submission. Her professionalism and discretion create an atmosphere of trust, which is important to me as I share my vision behind my writing with her. I know she is batting for me and is a loyal supporter as I endeavor to make it to being a published author.”
— Mentee