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Make some noise with the Big Busk
You may have heard of The Big Busk, you probably already know how powerful music can be when communities come together for a cause that matters. The Big Busk struck a chord across Ireland. This year, we’re building on that incredible spirit with something new. On Friday 1st May, musicians, supporters, communities and schools –…
SCFE Rebrands as Dublin College Sallynoggin – A unified future for Further Education
For decades, Sallynoggin College of Further Education (SCFE) has been a trusted choice for learners in South Dublin, known for its welcoming atmosphere, innovative teaching, and diverse range of courses. From Art and Design to Exercise and Fitness, Social Studies and Childcare to Performing Arts, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, and Floristry, SCFE has helped thousands of…
Answer the Call with Vocations Ireland
Who do you want to be?Where do you see yourself in 10 years time?What is your plan? A Culture Of Vocation The culture of Vocation is an ongoing journey in life, responding to God’s call. Walking together on this journey helps us to discover who we are and what we have in common. We discover…
The AI Revolution – What’s Changing in Irish Schools?
As we move through the 2025/26 school year, the conversation around Artificial Intelligence has become a nationwide educational reality. From the smallest rural national schools in Kerry to large community colleges in Dublin, AI is no longer a sci-fi concept – it’s an active participant in the learning journey of Irish students. Here’s how the…
Apprenticeships in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering
Who is the programme suited to? People seeking skilled employment often face a challenge that relevant work experience is a prerequisite for many jobs. But for many people, including school leavers, it is difficult to gain the required experience without being in the workplace. An apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and…
Can Dublin’s Teachers Afford Dublin?
If you’ve walked through a school staffroom in Dublin lately, you’ve likely heard a conversation that has nothing to do with the curriculum. It’s about rent increases and tiring commutes from Meath or Kildare. We are currently facing a Dublin Teacher Crisis, and at its heart isn’t a lack of passion for teaching – it’s the…
Beyond The Final Exam – Navigating Ireland’s New 40% Continuous Assessment
For decades, the Irish Leaving Cert was defined by a single, high-stakes fortnight of back to back exams in June. It was a marathon where two years of work boiled down to a few frantic hours of essay writing and problem solving. But for the Class of 2026, the landscape has changed. With the new Senior…
Every School Day Counts: Addressing the Rise in School Absenteeism in Ireland
The landscape of Irish education is facing a significant challenge as school absenteeism remains at concerning levels following the pandemic. While recent data shows modest improvements in some areas, the proportion of students missing substantial portions of the school year is still higher than pre-pandemic figures. For educators and parents, understanding these trends is the…
Is it time up for education technology?
Have we gone too far in expecting technology to educate our students and is the answer a back-to-basics regime in the classroom? Niall Gormley looks at the evidence. In December 2024 the German broadcaster Deutsche Welle aired a news report from a classroom in Sweden. The children were 9-10 years old and the first class of the…