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14 Oct 2025

Past pupil of Offaly primary school earns qualification in England

Katelyn now lives in Leigh on Sea, Essex

Katelyn McEvoy Connolly

Katelyn McEvoy Connolly moved from Ballinamere when she was eight

A PAST pupil of Ballinamere National School has earned a qualification as a mortgage broker in England.

Katelyn McEvoy Connolly moved from Ballinamere, Tullamore when she was eight years old, along with her mother Louise Merrell.

They now live in Leigh on Sea, Essex and Katelyn recently passed her Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice, which means she is now a fully qualified mortgage broker.

Katelynn's mother said: “Even though we moved abroad, Katelyn's great Irish heritage continues to influence her determination and will to succeed.”

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