Will Irish schools cope with an influx of Ukraine’s refugee children?
Schools have been quick to open their doors, but there is an urgent need for English language supports
Young scientist exhibition: Mask that fights viruses among Covid-related projects
Students examine effects of pandemic from excess deaths to anxiety in dogs
BTYSE 2022 marked by strong mix of technological inventions for benefit of all
Projects include devices to aid with brain injuries, breast cancer diagnosis and resuscitation
‘Know yourself’: 9 steps to choosing the right course after the Leaving Cert
Career guidance experts on what to consider when deciding your career pathway
Making the most of your guidance counsellor
Most schools have one but how should you make use of your guidance counsellor?
Why are there so few migrant teachers in Ireland?
One in ten students is from a minority ethnic background, but this diversity is not reflected in the teaching profession
What to do if you didn’t get the results you wanted: a 10-step guide
I didn’t achieve the points or get offered the course I wanted. What are my options?
Virtual graduations and dance challenges: Schools mark end of turbulent year
Mixed emotions for Leaving Cert students who have missed out on key milestones
What will new gender-neutral toilets in schools look like?
Department of Education guide says new schools will not have traditional toilet layout
Schools given choice of gender neutral toilets in new buildings
Official design guide says most facilities in future will include self-contained cubicles
Schools invited to work together on creative cluster projects from coding to cartoons
Successful applicants will receive up to €15,000 to bring ideas to fruition
Transition year in lockdown: Waste of time or crucial breathing space?
While Covid-19 curtailed many activities, some schools embraced new possibilities
School closures highlight our deeply fragmented education system
To meet challenges facing society, we need a coherent, equality-based system
How did a remote Mayo town become Ireland’s most Covid-infected place?
‘There is a sense of quiet terror’: Belmullet paying high price for festive celebrations
Homeschooling 2.0: ‘It’s very different. I feel the pressure is off this time’
Atmosphere in many home schools is in stark contrast to the panic of last year’s lockdown
How to choose the right secondary school for your child
Education experts and students on what to consider and where to look when considering schools.
Young Scientist entrant designs system using AI to counter ‘deepfakes’
Student in Navan developes mobile application designed to reduce road collisions on rural roads, particularly those with dangerous bends
Don’t focus on one course: be open to whatever is out there
While some students will want to follow their heart, their choice should be based on research and likely realistic outcomes
Open Days: Should you bring your parents?
This year, you can’t leave them at home but they will still be interested in what you do
The sky’s the limit and then some for Edel Thornton
Cork 23-year-old isn’t your average athlete, and she isn’t your average basketballer
Schools in south Dublin among the most oversubscribed in the country
High-achieving schools forced to turn away hundreds of applicants each year
Author and broadcaster Jonathan Bardon dies aged 78
Prolific writer lauded for groundbreaking scholarly ability ‘that brought history to life’
School buildings and the election: ‘Our children are the future’
Many communities are fed up of hanging on for years for permanent school buildings
History ‘special status’ forces big reversal of Junior Cycle reform
Curriculum contradictions must be resolved to instil clarity and cohesion
Students on Thunberg: ‘At the end of the day it is our planet’
Dublin students voice their support for teenage Swedish activist on climate action
Friday’s climate protests in Ireland: When and where they’re on
Ten rallies are being held in Irish towns and cities in support of School Strikes for Climate
20 ‘inspirational’ teachers shortlisted for new national award
New initiative aims to recognise contribution of the teaching profession to society
Before choosing a course, look at your interests
Not sure what career you want? Here’s what you should do before you decide on a college course
Protest over ‘postcode inequality’ in accessing multidenominational schools
Parents in Dublin 8 and 12 say they will be unable to access school on their doorstep
Didn’t get what you hoped for? Nine choices to ponder
The class of 2019 have more options than ever before
Leaving Cert results and CAO helpdesk: Your questions answered
We talk to our career guidance counsellors about the most common queries they receive – and how they answer them
Schoolchildren to stage second strike in call for Government action on climate
Students’ climate group says Government is failing to address global heating
School strikers urge politicians to ‘take a leap’ for climate action
Students tell Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action to ‘stop taking baby steps’
School climate strikes pose dilemma for principals
Any move to endorse walkouts poses welfare and safety risks for students
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