Primary school education

Children can access 8 one-on-one counselling sessions with Department of Education-approved counsellors. From this September, primary school students in counties Cavan, Laois, Leitrim, Longford, Mayo, Monaghan, and Tipperary will be able to access free counselling and mental health supports. These seven counties have been selected to take part in the €5 million pilot scheme. The […]

3 years ago

A “groundbreaking day for education” Education Minister Norma Foley has announced new framework for all primary and special schools in the country. These are the most significant changes to be made to the primary school curriculum in 25 years. This morning she revealed the new plans that she says “places the child at the centre […]

3 years ago