Is your child struggling to sleep? Contact Ciara at School of Sleep – Your SOS for better rest!
“Ciara was like the cheerleader I needed in those early days to reassure me everything would be okay.”
Natasha
Hi, I’m Ciara
Sleep Consultant, Mum of Two, and Teacher
Welcome to my little corner of the web! I’m a proud mum of two wonderful boys, Oisin and Tadhg, who are just 13 months apart—so believe me, I understand the juggling act of balancing naps, bedtimes, and everything in between!
With 10 years of experience as a secondary school teacher, I bring an educational approach to everything I do, but this time, it’s all about sleep.
I specialise in infant sleep (from newborn to age 5) and hold an OCN Level 3 in Infant Sleep, so I’m here to teach you not just the what, but the why behind better sleep for your little ones.
My mission is simple: parenting is challenging enough, and you deserve restful nights so you can truly enjoy this incredible journey. I'm passionate about sharing sleep science that lasts a lifetime, so you’ll have the tools to help your child—and your family—sleep better, night after night.
If you’d like to discuss how we can work together to help your little one (and you!) get the rest you need, feel free to book a call with me—no obligation, just a friendly chat. I’d love to hear from you and see how I can help!
Testimonials
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Kirsty
We reached out to Ciara with the hopes of setting up a good sleep routine for our newborn to enable her (and us!) to sleep most effectively.
Ciara gave us so many helpful hints and tips which alone might seem obvious, but together made such a huge difference to my little one’s sleep! Initially, I was so focused on her night time sleep, but Ciara made us realise that her day time naps are just as important and that’s where we have seen the biggest improvement! At 10 weeks old, I’m able to put her down anywhere awake for her daytime naps, and she will settle herself to sleep. She also wakes up happily on her own wherever she has been sleeping, without screaming to be picked up, which tells me she feels happy and safe too. She now consistently wakes up just once in the night for a feed and settles back down easily and quickly.
Anytime I’ve had a question or query, I’ve contacted Ciara and she’s got back to me so quickly with further support, all just from that initial newborn sleep lesson! Nothing was ever a silly question or too much for her to answer. Her passion and knowledge shines through, but most importantly to me, it’s her lived experience of it all that makes her so trustworthy. I’ve now recommended her to all my NCT friends! Thank you so much Ciara!
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Rachel
We reached out to Ciara to help with our little one’s sleep just before Christmas and wow what a transformation!
I had accepted that I wouldn’t get much sleep with a 5 month old, but Ciara has taught us that more sleep is possible, and our little boy is so much happier as a result.Ciara is so supportive and knowledgeable, answering all our questions and checking in throughout. I would recommend Ciara to anyone struggling with their little one’s sleep - my husband and I have our evenings back and our baby has gone from waking every 1-2 hours all through the night to just 2 wake ups for feeds.
Ciara completely adapted our plan to meet my needs for extra cuddles and not once have we left our little boy to cry it out. We have implemented a bedtime routine and it’s our favourite part of the day. We are all so much happier and well rested, I didn’t realise quite how much our baby needed the extra sleep he is now getting! Thank you so much for helping us, your support has been invaluable x -
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Natasha
I would recommend Ciara to anyone who is struggling with their little ones in the sleep department, her help has been a game changer for us as a family!
Ciara took the time to really listen to, and understand our family situation, and to personalise her plan to make considerations for our different factors and variables (which we all have!) She listens without judgement, she has empathy because she has lived it, and she is passionate because she really cares!
She felt like the cheerleader I needed in those early days to reassure me everything would be okay. She empowered me to try the approach and believe sleep would one day be back in our lives, and it was quicker than I ever imagined!
Our little girl went from waking for feeds every 2 hours through the night to just one wake up on night 1! And within a few days we were all getting full nights sleep. We can’t thank you enough! Xx❤️❤️
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Jennifer
I approached Ciara for help with my second little girl sleeping, after months of terrible sleep. My eldest was always a great sleeper and although she would often take a while to get to sleep, once she was down, she was down for the night. My second born could not have been more different! We were struggling with all aspects, nap times were inconsistent, despite my best efforts of getting her into a routine and nighttimes would be a disaster, me struggling to get her to sleep only for her to wake again sometimes half an hour later and then every hour through the night.
I have no issues saying I was extremely reluctant to 'sleep train' and had visions of my poor baby screaming for hours on end as I was instructed to ignore her! Working with Ciara could not have been further from this reality. Ciara was so supportive and listened to my concerns, she put a clear plan in place and was with me every step of the way. To my absolute amazement my little one responded very well to it, despite being a little angry with me for literally the first 3 minutes. Within a week my little one was having her feed from me, going into her cot awake and rolling over to go to sleep. She was still waking in the night, but these are down to once a night and Ciara has told me whenever we're ready to drop the feed in the night she will support me in getting there. Getting Ciara's help has undoubtedly made me a better mother, bed times are smooth and calm. I have more time in the evening for one to one time with my eldest and then I can even carve out some time for myself in the evenings. Not to mention that I am definitely not a nice human when I am sleep deprived! I am very grateful for her help and would highly recommend her to anyone who will listen!
SOS Sleep Packages
The new-born Sleep Lesson
Package = £59
Suitable from new-born to 5 months.
1 hour video consultation
Learn how to set up healthy sleep habits
Advice from qualified sleep consultant.
I am on hand after our call to answer any questions that might pop up.
The Sleep Curriculum
Package = £299
Suitable from 5 months to 5 years.
Complete analysis (through sleep logs) of baby’s sleep (day and night).
1 hour consultation
Individualised sleep plan including day and night routines
3 weeks of ongoing support via Whatsapp (7 days a week).
The Sleep Lesson
Package = £79
Suitable from new born to 5 years old.
30 minute video consultation
Advice from qualified sleep consultant
A follow up email after our call
Suitable for those who do not require a full sleep teaching package (can already self-settle).
2 weeks worth of support
The Sleep Residential
Package = £1199
Suitable from 5 months to 5 years
Subject to travel distance from Crawley
1 hour consultation
Individualise sleep plan (including day and night routines).
In-person support on night 1 (12 hours 1:1)
3 weeks of ongoing support via Whatsapp (7 days a week).
Additional nights of support are an optional extra.
Not sure which package to choose?
Book a FREE consultation here.
What does working with me look like?
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Book a free discovery call
The first step in working together is a Free Discovery Call, where we’ll take some time to connect and discuss your baby’s sleep challenges. This call is completely free, with no obligation, and gives us both an opportunity to see if we’re a good fit.
During this call, we'll discuss:
Your baby's current sleep issues and habits
Your goals for sleep (what you hope to achieve)
Your concerns, questions, and any previous attempts at sleep training
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Sleep logs
Once you decide to move forward, the next step is to track your baby's sleep patterns using Sleep Logs. This is an essential tool for us to better understand your baby’s current sleep habits and identify any patterns or issues that need to be addressed.
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Consultation
A 1 hour video consultation where we can deep dive into your goals and challenges, discuss my observations from your sleep logs and talk through my recommendations.
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Sleep plan and support
After reviewing your sleep logs and discussing your goals, it’s time to put the customised sleep plan into action. This plan is tailored specifically to your baby's sleep needs, your parenting style, and your family's routine.
Support
During this implementation phase, I’ll be there for support and guidance every step of the way. I’ll check in regularly to answer any questions you have, troubleshoot any issues, and offer encouragement. If something isn’t working as expected, we’ll fine-tune the plan together.
At School of Sleep, our mission is to empower parents with the knowledge and tools to help their infants develop healthy sleep habits. Through personalised guidance and compassionate support, we aim to create restful, peaceful nights for families, ensuring that every child’s sleep journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible.