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Dept of Education Inspectorate Report 2021-2023

Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 19/12/2024.
Tags: Education And Politics Parenting TeachersDept of Education Inspectorate Report 2021-2023


The Inspectorate of the Department of Education has published the Department of Education Inspectorate Report (2021-2023) and Thematic Review, presenting many positive findings regarding educational provision in schools, early learning and care settings and [end intro} other educational settings in Ireland.

The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the quality of education provision in such settings between January 2021 and December 2023 and a thematic review of a number of aspects of education provision in Ireland.

Across the continuum of education provision for children aged from birth to eighteen years, inspectors found that children and young people generally experienced high-quality education. The report indicates that school and setting leaders, teachers and educators contributed significantly to maintaining stability in the quality of education provision both during the COVID-19 period and since then.

The report also identifies areas that require development and improvement to strengthen the education system in the coming years.

School attendance: The report notes how the Irish education system has been proactive in addressing school attendance issues that have come to the fore since COVID. It also notes that challenges remain in relation to ensuring that school attendance rates continue to improve to pre-pandemic levels. It highlights that strategies to address attendance should be underpinned by an awareness of the critical link between high-quality responsive teaching and consistently good attendance.

Assessment: One element of the provision of high-quality teaching identified as requiring improvement, to varying degrees, is that of assessment. The report identifies scope for improvement in assessment policies and approaches in a significant proportion of schools. In those schools, the capacity to gather and use assessment information and data to develop student learning plans was found to be underdeveloped. This finding is related to an identified need for better differentiation in teaching strategies and learning tasks in these schools to ensure that appropriate and adaptive teaching can facilitate student-centred learning.

Inclusive education: The inspection programme in primary schools, special schools and post-primary schools during the period 2023-2024 placed a focus on inclusion – with particular reference to the inclusion of children and young people with special educational needs. The inspection findings during that period show that the Irish education system has made significant progress towards inclusive provision. However, the findings also indicate that there are still areas that need improvement to ensure that all children have access to high-quality learning experiences and that they feel valued, respected and included in their school community.

Publishing the report, Chief Inspector Yvonne Keating said:

“Our inspections show that there are significant strengths across the Irish education system, spanning early years, primary, and post-primary levels. Important drivers of these achievements are the professionalism, skills, and commitment of those involved in teaching, in leading our schools and early learning and care settings, and in supporting the learning and wellbeing of children and young people. This strong foundation positions us well to make further progress towards educational excellence for all learners.”

Minister for Education Norma Foley welcomed the publication of the report by the Inspectorate:

“I am delighted to welcome this comprehensive and positive report, which draws upon extensive inspection findings and research taken from across our education sectors. The findings paint a picture of a stable and thriving education system; one that has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptability, particularly in the face of recent challenges.

“It acknowledges the significant strides made in creating active and stimulating learning environments, implementing child-centred curricula and striving to foster a sense of belonging among our young learners. These achievements are a testament to the unwavering commitment of our school leaders, teachers, staff members, students, families, and voluntary board members.

“While we should celebrate these successes, we should also recognise the areas identified for further development. The report provides valuable insights into where we can enhance our practices, particularly in the areas of assessment and inclusive education.

“Together, we will build upon this strong foundation to ensure that every child in Ireland has access to the highest quality education, nurturing their potential and preparing them for the challenges and opportunities of the future

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Feeder Schools Lists published for 2024

Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 10/12/2024.
Tags: Parenting TeachersFeeder Schools Lists published for 2024


The college progression data or information on ‘feeder schools’ to third level for autumn 2024 is available today on Schooldays.ie providing school-by-school information on which students have progressed to which colleges this year.

To view the information on your school for the last thirteen years on Schooldays.ie, visit ... click to read full post & comments(1)


Maths & Science performance decreasing amongst girls

Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 04/12/2024.
Tags: Education And Politics TeachersMaths & Science performance decreasing amongst girls


Students in Ireland continue to perform highly in TIMSS 2023 - an international assessment of Mathematics and Science achievement.

  • Ireland’s mean scores for both fourth class pupils and second year students were significantly ... click to read full post & comments


    €12m funding for Leaving Cert Science

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 04/12/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers€12m funding for Leaving Cert Science


    Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD, has announced details of a new Science Implementation Support Grant worth €12 million to support schools with the rollout of revised ... click to read full post & comments


    Prescribed Material for Junior Cycle Irish 2027, 2028, 2029

    Posted by SchoolDays NewsHound on 22/11/2024.
    Tags: TeachersPrescribed Material for Junior Cycle Irish 2027, 2028, 2029


    The Department of Education has issued Circular Letter 0086/2024 setting out the prescribed material for Junior Cycle Irish for students presenting for Final Examination in 2027, 2028 and ... click to read full post & comments


    McCabes Pharmacy School Flu Vaccinations

    Posted by Schooldays NewsHound, on 12/11/2024.
    Tags: TeachersMcCabes Pharmacy School Flu Vaccinations


    McCabes Pharmacy School Flu Vaccination Service are delighted to once again offer their on-site Flu vaccination service to both primary and secondary schools ... click to read full post & comments


    30,000 second-level teachers to stage lunchtime protest

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 12/11/2024.
    Tags: Teachers Parenting30,000 second-level teachers to stage lunchtime protest


    More than 30,000 members of the Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland (ASTI) and the Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) will hold a nationwide lunchtime protest outside schools next Tuesday, 19th November in which they will seek ... click to read full post & comments


    €9M funding to support new primary curriculum

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 12/11/2024.
    Tags: Education And News Teachers€9M funding to support new primary curriculum


    Minister for Education Norma Foley last week announced a significant investment of €9 million to provide school resources and materials for the new primary curriculum.

    This initial funding will ensure that schools have essential resources and materials to deliver a ... click to read full post & comments


    School Counselling Pilot Extended

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 25/10/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingSchool Counselling Pilot Extended


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD last week announced the extension of Strand 1 of the Counselling in Primary Schools Pilot to 61 urban DEIS primary schools in Tallaght, Clondalkin, Finglas, Ballymun and Darndale.

    The schools that will now be included in the pilot have been ... click to read full post & comments


    Plans to establish 5 New Special Schools

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 21/10/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingPlans to establish 5 New Special Schools


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD and Minister of State with responsibility for Special Education and Inclusion Hildegarde Naughton TD have on 18 October, announced plans to establish five new special schools next year to cater for the increasing number of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

    The schools will cater for children and young people with ... click to read full post & comments


    New Wellbeing & Mental Health Supports for Schools

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 02/10/2024.
    Tags: TeachersNew Wellbeing & Mental Health Supports for Schools


    Minister for Education Norma Foley has announced Jigsaw as the successful bidder to provide services to further support wellbeing and mental health in ... click to read full post & comments


    Budget 2025 Education & Parenting Update

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 01/10/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers ParentingBudget 2025 Education & Parenting Update


    A total of €1.3 billion has been allocated to the Department of Education for 2025,
    This will include:

  • Free schoolbooks to be provided up to Leaving Cert
  • Fees will be waived for school State exams next year.
  • 1,600 additional Special Needs Assistants
  • Provision for more than 768 ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    New Schools' Folklore Project announced

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 20/09/2024.
    Tags: TeachersNew Schools' Folklore Project announced


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has announced that her Department is going to establish a new national schools’ folklore project for the 21st century.

    The project will follow in the footsteps of the ground-breaking schools’ ... click to read full post & comments


    Schools participating in new Leaving Certificate Subjects

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 20/09/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers ParentingSchools participating in new Leaving Certificate Subjects


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has today published the list of 100 selected Phase One Schools that will be the first to offer Leaving Certificate Drama, Film and Theatre Studies and Leaving Certificate Climate Action and Sustainable Development from the start of the 2025/26 school year.

    Among the schools participating in phase one, 57 post-primary schools have been ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    12 New & Revised Leaving Cert Subjects

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 04/09/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers Parenting12 New & Revised Leaving Cert Subjects


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has welcomed the publication of 12 new and revised Leaving Certificate subjects and Senior Cycle Programmes. This is part of the Senior Cycle redevelopment which the ... click to read full post & comments


    New School Procedures to Prevent Bullying Published

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 29/08/2024.
    Tags: TeachersNew School Procedures to Prevent Bullying Published


    The Minister of Education last June launched the ‘Bí Cineálta procedures to prevent and address bullying behaviour for primary, post-primary and special schools'. These new procedures have now been ... click to read full post & comments


    Leaving Certificate Results 2024

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 23/08/2024.
    Tags: Parents TeachersLeaving Certificate Results 2024


    60,839 Leaving Certificate students receive their Leaving Certificate Results today after 10am. The figure of 60,839 includes 4,086 students who sat the alternative Leaving Certificate Applied programme - an increase of ... click to read full post & comments


    Pilot in-school therapy supports for Special Schools

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 22/08/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers ParentingPilot in-school therapy supports for Special Schools


    Following the 9th August announcement of Government approval of the pilot for enhanced in-school therapy supports for 16 special schools, Minister O’Gorman, Minister Foley, Minister Rabbitte, Minister Naughton, senior HSE and NCSE officials have today ... click to read full post & comments


    Teacher Recruitment Crisis - ASTI

    Posted by on 16/08/2024.
    Tags: TeachersTeacher Recruitment Crisis - ASTI


    Minister at sixes and sevens as teacher recruitment and retention crisis deepens’ – ASTI leader
     82% of schools had no applications for vacant post/s in ‘23/24 school year
     
    The teacher recruitment and ... click to read full post & comments


    Cyberbullying Training for Teachers

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 16/08/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingCyberbullying Training for Teachers


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has welcomed the news that over 600 teachers have undertaken training to address incidents of cyberbullying. The online training to address cyberbullying is being provided by ... click to read full post & comments


    Wellbeing in Education School Videos

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 07/08/2024.
    Tags: TeachersWellbeing in Education School Videos


    The Wellbeing Policy Statement and Framework for Practice published by the Department of Education includes the intention that all schools will use a School Self-Evaluation (SSE) Wellbeing Promotion process to develop, implement and review wellbeing promotion by 2025.

    The Department has visited six schools to find out about their experience of this process and the benefit it has had on the whole school community. The Department has now published a selection of videos highlighting the fabulous wellbeing work that our schools are doing and are encouraging any schools that have not done so already to engage in wellbeing and complete the SSE process by the 2025 deadline.

    You can view the videos published by the Department of Education HERE




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    Procedures to prevent Bullying Behaviour announced

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 19/06/2024.
    Tags: Education & Politics Teachers ParentingProcedures to prevent Bullying Behaviour announced


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD today launched the ‘Bí Cineálta procedures to prevent and address bullying behaviour for primary, post-primary and special schools'.

    These ‘Bí Cineálta’ (‘Be Kind’) procedures were developed in collaboration with the education partners and are heavily informed by ... click to read full post & comments


    ASTI dismayed at reduction in Summer Programme Funding

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 12/06/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingASTI dismayed at reduction in Summer Programme Funding


    'Shocking’ reduction in funding for Schools’ Summer Programme will impact most vulnerable children

    The ASTI has expressed its dismay at the decision to reduce funding for schools providing Summer Programme education for vulnerable students, including students with ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    18,133 Ukrainian students in Irish Schools

    Posted by on 11/06/2024.
    Tags: Teachers Parenting18,133 Ukrainian students in Irish Schools


    The Department of Education can confirm that 18,133 Ukrainian pupils had been enrolled in schools across Ireland at the beginning of June. Out of that figure, 11,287 of these pupils had ... click to read full post & comments


    Year 2 of Free Schoolbook Scheme for Primary

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 08/05/2024.
    Tags: Parenting TeachersYear 2 of Free Schoolbook Scheme for Primary


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD, Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion Hildegarde Naughton TD and Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform with special responsibility for Public Procurement and eGovernment, Ossian Smyth TD have today (Wednesday 8 May 2024) announced details of year 2 of the Primary Schoolbooks Scheme which provides free schoolbooks to ... click to read full post & comments


    School of Excellence in Creativity Award 2025

    Posted by Schooldays Newshound, on 01/05/2024.
    Tags: Teachers Education And PoliticsSchool of Excellence in Creativity Award 2025


    The Department of Education invites expressions of interest from post-primary schools interested in partaking in a project to review, evaluate and develop creativity in their school.

    Successful schools will ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    Principals call for re-examination of SET allocation Model

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 29/04/2024.
    Tags: TeachersPrincipals call for re-examination of SET allocation Model


    A survey from the National Principals’ Forum has revealed that more than half of primary school principals have reported that they had no faith that their appeal to the Department of Education for extra Special Education Teaching hours would be successful. They cited the administrative burden, the timeframe and the ... click to read full post & comments


    Computer Science Week Launched

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 19/04/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingComputer Science Week Launched



    Minister for Education, Norma Foley TD, has launched Computer Science Week 2024, which is set to take place from 20 – 27 April.

    Events set to take place during Computer Science Week 2024 will focus on the ... click to read full post & comments


    Phased return to normal Leaving Certificate

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 17/04/2024.
    Tags: Parenting TeachersPhased return to normal Leaving Certificate


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has today confirmed that the gradual return to normal Leaving Certificate outcomes will begin in 2025. For students in 2024, there will be no change from last year with grades to stay at ... click to read full post & comments


    New Anti-bullying Initiatives for Schools

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 16/04/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics TeachersNew Anti-bullying Initiatives for Schools


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has announced new initiatives to progress work on addressing bullying in schools from September 2024, as part of the Department of Education’s Cineáltas: Action Plan on Bullying. These will include the roll-out of new ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    Revised Assessment of Need Process for schools announced

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 16/04/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers ParentingRevised Assessment of Need Process for schools announced


    Minister for Education Norma Foley, TD, and Minister for Special Education and Inclusion, Hildegarde Naughton, TD, have announced a revised assessment of need process for schools.

    This revised process has been developed on foot of a recent High Court judgement which found that ... click to read full post & comments


    New Upskilling Programme for post-primary teachers in Irish

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 05/04/2024.
    Tags: TeachersNew Upskilling Programme for post-primary teachers in Irish


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has announced that Trinity College Dublin, alongside Marino Institute of Education, has secured a contract to offer an innovative two-year programme aimed at ... click to read full post & comments(2)


    Animal Assisted Education Programme for Neurodivergent students

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 03/04/2024.
    Tags: Parents TeachersAnimal Assisted Education Programme for Neurodivergent students


    Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland (AADI) has announced the introduction of its new Animal Assisted Education Programme, which is supported by the Royal Canin Foundation in collaboration with University College Cork. The pioneering initiative aims to ... click to read full post & comments


    Dept of Ed statement on Junior Cycle School Book Scheme

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 25/03/2024.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingDept of Ed statement on Junior Cycle School Book Scheme


    Statement issued by Department of Education on the Delivery of the Junior Cycle Schoolbooks advising that additional user-friendly resources and support will be provided after Easter Break

    The new Junior Cycle Schoolbooks Scheme is ... click to read full post & comments


    Location of two new special schools confirmed

    Posted by Schooldays Newshound, on 25/03/2024.
    Tags: Parenting TeachersLocation of two new special schools confirmed


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD and Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion Josepha Madigan TD have confirmed the location of two new special schools in Limerick and Kildare. This follows their announcement on 6 December 2023 of the establishment of four new special schools for ... click to read full post & comments


    Pilot Voluntary Redeployment Scheme for Post Primary

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 08/02/2024.
    Tags: TeachersPilot Voluntary Redeployment Scheme for Post Primary


    The Pilot Voluntary Redeployment Scheme 2024 is available to permanent/CID teachers who are employed in a post primary school:

  • In counties Sligo, Leitrim, Cavan and Monaghan and ... click to read full post & comments


    Schools invited to take part in Creative Clusters

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 08/02/2024.
    Tags: TeachersSchools invited to take part in Creative Clusters


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has today invited schools and YouthReach centres across Ireland to apply to take part in Creative Clusters for the two years commencing ... click to read full post & comments


    18,000 Ukrainian students in Irish schools

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 15/01/2024.
    Tags: Education And Politics Teachers18,000 Ukrainian students in Irish schools


    The Department of Education can confirm that 18,003 Ukrainian pupils had been enrolled in schools across Ireland at the end of December 2023. Out of that figure, 11,165 of these pupils had ... click to read full post & comments


    School STEM Grants Trebled

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 21/12/2023.
    Tags: Education And Politics TeachersSchool STEM Grants Trebled


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD today announced a trebling of the budget for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) grants to €4.7m. The announcement, which comes as a result of ... click to read full post & comments


    Leaving Certificate Oral Examinations 2024

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 18/12/2023.
    Tags: Education & Politics Teachers ParentingLeaving Certificate Oral Examinations 2024


    ASTI and ISSU issued statements expressing disappointment at the Examination Comission's announcement that 2024 Leaving Certificate Oral examinations will once again be held during the first week of the students Easter Break (Saturday 23rd to Thursday 28th March 2024) - see statements below ... click to read full post & comments


    Leaving Cert Reforms Consultation

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 14/12/2023.
    Tags: Teachers Parenting Education & PoliticsLeaving Cert Reforms Consultation


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD along with Arlene Forster, Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA), today formally marked the recent launch of the open consultation on draft specifications for six Leaving ... click to read full post & comments


    Feeder Schools Lists published for 2023

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 12/12/2023.
    Tags: Teachers Education & Politics ParentingFeeder Schools Lists published for 2023


    The college progression data or information on ‘feeder schools’ to third level for autumn 2023 is available today on Schooldays.ie providing school-by-school information on which students have progressed to which colleges this year.

    To view the information on your school for the last thirteen years on Schooldays.ie, visit ... click to read full post & comments(1)


    Four New Special Schools for Students Announced

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 06/12/2023.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingFour New Special Schools for Students Announced


    Minister for Education Norma Foley TD and Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion Josepha Madigan TD have today, 6 December, announced the establishment of four new special schools next year to cater for the increasing number of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). ... click to read full post & comments


    Irish students are Best Performers in Reading Literacy

    Posted by SchoolDays Newshound, on 05/12/2023.
    Tags: Teachers ParentingIrish students are Best Performers in Reading Literacy


    Minister Foley welcomes the publication of PISA 2022 results, showing students significantly above average in mathematics, reading and science. ... click to read full post & comments





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