School attendance among pupils drops significantly since Covid-19 pandemic
About 42% of primary pupils in disadvantaged areas are missing more than 20 days of school, an increase linked to the Covid-19 pandemic
News and advice on the second-level education system.
About 42% of primary pupils in disadvantaged areas are missing more than 20 days of school, an increase linked to the Covid-19 pandemic
Drop-off in numbers sitting French and German for Leaving Cert sparks concern
Feeder Schools data shows how Ireland’s children progress after completing second-level education.
Online hatred and toxicity can be hugely damaging, but are digital literacy classes really enough to tackle it?
Irish-medium schools continue to outperform the national average in third-level progression but figures show cause for concern
Class gap persists with greater numbers from affluent areas attending college
Just two of the 10 schools with the highest third-level progression rate in 2024 were fee-paying
Teaching exodus continues, but educators are collectively doing little to change their lot
Brian Mooney outlines key aspects of third-level progression analysis and some common issues that arise
East Asian countries such as Singapore, Taiwan and South Korea continue to dominate
New global study on maths and science performance reveals strengths and weaknesses in Irish education
Revamped Futurewize course opens a door to careers in science, technology engineering and maths to Junior Cycle students
The revolutionary programme introduced 50 years ago has proved hugely popular - but not all students have equal access to engaging and life-changing experiences
The manifestos of the main political parties put an emphasis on boosting funding for the sector, but what will the new government be able to deliver?
Some teachers believe climbing trees and other outdoor self-directed controlled risk-taking are crucial for fostering self-confidence and resilience
Official estimates point to a near doubling in proportion of children with autism in need of support at school within five years
Unions want Leaving Cert reforms to be delayed, but Norma Foley says millions is being invested to support changes
Minister for Education Norma Foley’s funding for phone pouches has been controversial, but the solution has proved transformative for St Raphaela’s school in Co Dublin
Families who expected a straightforward enrolment process are grappling with the harsh reality of Ireland’s oversubscribed schools
A degree in this area opens a vast array of career pathways and is highly valued around the world
Boy returned after summer break with stud in ear and was told to remove stud, cover it with plaster or get second ear pierced
ASTI and TUI say school day will not be disrupted by planned demonstrations
Many neurodiverse pupils are high achievers, but the education assessment system can present them with unique challenges
Schools are a dense web of educational experiences and social relations. How well does the grind-school offering compare on this front?
Education levels have stagnated or slowly declined across much of the world, says Unesco
Parents should have a right to choose Irish-medium education for their children - otherwise, the status quo will never change sufficiently to meet demand
Additional assessment components worth 40% are being introduced at a time when AI tools are developing rapidly and relentlessly
Enrolment pressure at second level most acute in Greater Dublin Area
Minister for Education urged to ‘urgently’ release draft of long-awaited policy on Irish language education
Rugby stars such as Brian O’Driscoll and Caelan Doris are among the investors in a booming private tuition sector which promises top grades in the Leaving Cert points race. But is it piling too much pressure on students?
As post-primary enrolments climb to highest level on record, Department of Education says there are sufficient school places in most areas
Study based on data collected from more than 600 school leaders in Irish second level schools
Banning phones in schools is just the start – we need to do more to educate pupils on fighting the urge of distraction when they feel uncomfortable or bored
Budget 2025: Last year’s ‘one-off’ €1,000 cut to third level fees extended into the new academic year
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices