Deirdre O'Kane

Current job: Comedian

What School did you attend?

Loretto Abbey, Rathfarnham, Dublin.

Hidden talents at school?

I show off any talents I have, but I wasn't bad at tennis.

Where did you go to college?

I did a year of marketing but dropped out.

Best subject? English, Art

Worst subject? Maths

Most inspirational teacher and why?

Ms Kavanagh (drama), was inspirational and Sister Philippa (music) was a genius.

What's the best thing about the Irish education system?

In my case I found that it gave me a chance to develop artistically.

What's the worst thing about the Irish education system?

I wasn't inclined to push myself academically - perhaps if I had I might have made it to drama school!

What song most reminds you of your school days?

O Holy Night sends shivers up my spine.