The family of the young girl seriously injured in the Parnell Square attack have said she is “becoming accustomed” to a new routine in her “third week at home”.

In the latest update on the family’s GoFundMe page, the family said “Christmas will be special this year” as their little girl spends the holiday at home following more than a year in hospital.

“This is our third week at home,” the update reads.

“Our little girl is already used to sleeping in her bed every day, and we have understood how much having a routine helps with her development.

“She is becoming accustomed to being in her stander, playing with her toys, and announcing when something is not okay.”

"Christmas will be special"

The family have said it is “important for her” to feel that her parents can “understand her sounds and looks”.

“I have managed to put together some activities which are manageable given the home environment,” the family said.

“Christmas will be special this year.”

One year and seven days

At the end of November, the girl’s family provided an update that their “little girl” was home.

The child was in different hospitals for one year and seven days.

“I got quite emotional on the drive home because we got to bring her home,” the girl’s mother said.

“We have a great amount of homework, and lots of plans.

“She will take a break and enjoy relaxation, which is a key part of recovery.

“2025 comes with great promise.”

"Relearn everything"

The little girl spent 281 days in Temple Street after she was stabbed in the attack outside Gaelscoil Choláiste Mhuire on Parnell Square.

The family has previously announced that she will have to “relearn everything” as she continues her recovery.

The attack also saw two other young children and a carer injured.

Gardaí at the scene where a teacher and three children were injured in a stabbing attack, 23-11-2023. Image: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews