Mimitoys on the Road 2025: Expanding into the Educational Market
With Mimitoys, I've always been passionate about offering high-quality, educational, and engaging toys for children. This year, I’m taking that passion on the road! As Mimitoys expands into the educational market, I’m excited to attend some fantastic events where I’ll be showcasing our extensive range of puppets and sensory toys to teachers, therapists, special needs professionals, and educators.
Puppets are an incredible tool for communication, emotional development, and inclusive learning, making them invaluable in classrooms, therapy sessions, and special education settings. These events provide the perfect opportunity for me to connect with professionals, introduce Mimitoys to key government bodies, and, most importantly, step out of my office and meet inspiring people who share my passion for child development and education!
Here’s where my 2025 Road Show:
TSK Academy Annual Conference
Ireland's National Neurodiversity in Education Conference "The Trauma Connection"
Sat 22nd March & Sun 23rd March,
Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
TSK Academy is a social enterprise dedicated to empowering neurodivergent individuals and their families through advocacy, tailored resources, and support. I am thrilled to be part of this year’s conference, where I will showcase Mimitoys’ diverse range of puppets.
Puppets can be a powerful tool in fostering inclusive education and supporting neurodivergent individuals, helping with communication, emotional regulation, and creative expression. I look forward to connecting with educators, therapists, and professionals to explore how puppetry can enhance learning experiences for all children.
TSK Academy actively promotes neurodiversity across educational, corporate, and community settings through specialised training sessions designed to increase awareness and develop practical skills for supporting neurodivergent individuals.
Social Care Ireland Annual Conference
The theme of this years conference is‘Creativity, Innovation and play in Social Care – The Power of Possibility in an era of regulation’
Date: 2nd & 3rd of April 2025
Venue: The Fairways Hotel. Dublin Road, Haggardstown, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 E6KC
For the first time, I’ll be attending the Social Care Ireland Annual Conference, a fantastic opportunity to introduce Mimitoys’ extensive puppet collection to professionals in the social care sector. Puppets offer a unique and engaging way to facilitate communication, emotional expression, and connection in social care and educational environments.
This event will allow me to demonstrate how puppetry can support social care practitioners, therapists, and educators in their work with children and individuals who need additional support. I’m excited to engage with attendees, learn from industry experts, and explore how our products can enhance their work.
Social Care Ireland (SCI) is a vital organisation that advocates for its members by providing representation, professional resources, and continuous development opportunities. It welcomes professionals from various social care fields, including managers, educators, and students.
Irish Learning Support Association (ILSA) Annual Conference
ISLA Spring Conference 2025
Friday 4th of April
Clayton Hotel Dublin
I’m delighted to once again attend the Irish Learning Support Association (ILSA) Annual Conference this year! For the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to demonstrate how Mimitoys’ amazing range of puppets can support children with additional and special educational needs.
Puppets are fantastic for engaging students, facilitating social development, and creating inclusive learning experiences. This aligns perfectly with ILSA’s mission of equipping teachers with practical strategies and resources to enhance their teaching practices. I’m looking forward to another great event, meeting educators, and exchanging ideas on how puppetry can be a valuable tool in inclusive education.
Irish Play Therapy Community Association (IPTCA) Conference
A Synergetic Approach for Supporting Children and Caregivers through Anxiety, Fears and OCD Challenges
12th and 13th of April
Dunboyne Castle Meath
This will be my third year attending the IPTCA Conference, and I couldn’t be more excited! This event is always buzzing with creativity, innovation, and inspiration. Play therapists love using puppets and sensory toys, making this the perfect space to showcase Mimitoys’ offerings.
The Irish Play Therapy Community Association (IPTCA) was founded in 2021 by Yvonne Power to bring play therapists together, ensuring high standards while valuing individuality and creativity. IPTCA supports its members with accreditation, Garda vetting, CPD, supervision, and personal therapy. It is a vibrant and supportive community that I’m proud to be part of, and I’m looking forward to connecting with fellow attendees once again!
AUsome Autistic Conference
Minding Autistic Minds Conference 2025 A conference by Autistics for everyone
9am to 5.30pm Fri April 25th and Sat April 26th
Osprey Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare and online
The AUsome Autistic Conference holds a special place for me. It’s a uniquely inclusive and empowering event where Autistic individuals can express themselves freely. This conference, organised by the incredible Evaleen Whelton, brings together inspiring Autistic speakers, champions human rights, and challenges stereotypes while celebrating the brilliance of the Autistic community.
It is a privilege to showcase Mimitoys’ range of developmental toys, sensory toys, and puppets to parents and educational professionals who understand the importance of inclusive play. I look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations and supporting the incredible work that AUsome stands for.
See You on the Road!
2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Mimitoys, and I can't wait to bring our passion for puppetry and sensory play to these amazing events. If you organise such events and would love to see super cool puppets, please get in touch...and if you’re attending any of these conferences, be sure to stop by, say hello, and explore how our toys can make a real impact in education and therapy settings.
Mimitoys on the Road 2025: Expanding into the Educational Market - February 2025