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Restrictive Interventions: Guidance for Educational Settings
A consultation has been launched on “Restrictive Interventions: Guidance for Educational Settings.” The Department of Education has opened a consultation seeking views on its Restrictive Interventions: Guidance for Educational Settings. Consultation Period The consultation will run from 12 March to 4 June 2026. The Department’s preferred method of response is online, using the link at the bottom of this page. ... MoreOpened 12 March 2026 -
Teacher Recruitment and Retention in Northern Ireland
A survey carried out by the Department of Education in June 2024 helped to identify the key recruitment and retention challenges facing schools in Northern Ireland and confirmed that these were particularly acute for post-primary schools. To address this, the Department launched a pilot ITE Bursary Scheme. Commencing in September 2026, the Bursary Scheme seeks to incentivise teaching careers in subjects where recruitment challenges are most acute. The recruitment and... MoreOpened 12 March 2026 -
Department of Education - Attendance Survey - for adults
This consultation relates to DE's new “Attendance Matters” strategy and issues associated with ensuring that children and young people attend school every day. Recent pupil absence statistics show almost 82,500 pupils are currently missing 10% or more of their school days. There has been a significant increase in these figures since 2018/19, and this is a worrying trend that we should all be concerned about. The Department’s updated attendance strategy... MoreClosed 6 March 2026 -
Department of Education - Attendance Survey - for completion by children and young people
This consultation is about DE's new "Attendance Matters" strategy . We also want to hear from you about what it is like to attend school “Attendance Matters” strategy every day. We also want to hear from you about what it is like to attend school every day. Your response will be anonymous, we will not know who you are. Although the majority of pupils attend school regularly, there are some who struggle with attendance and the factors behind poor... MoreClosed 6 March 2026 -
TNIFF Grassroots Facilities Programme - Stream 2
The Northern Ireland Football Fund (TNIFF) is a long-standing Executive commitment to invest in modernising our local footballing infrastructure. The Northern Ireland Football Fund will invest in three areas: • Performance Programme • Grassroots Facilities Programme • National Football Centre Grassroots Facility Programme Pilot Stage The Grassroots Facilities... MoreOpened 4 March 2026 -
TNIFF Grassroots Facilities Programme - Stream 1
The Northern Ireland Football Fund (TNIFF) is a long-standing Executive commitment to invest in modernising our local footballing infrastructure. The Northern Ireland Football Fund will invest in three areas: • Performance Programme • Grassroots Facilities Programme • National Football Centre Grassroots Facilities Programme Pilot Stage The Grassroots Facilities... MoreOpened 4 March 2026 -
RE Drafting Group - Expressions of Interest
The Department of Education is commencing a review of the Religious Education (RE) Core Syllabus. The review will cover Foundation Stage to Key Stage 4 (Year 1 to Year 12). The review follows a Supreme Court judgment that concluded the current RE Core Syllabus does not convey information in an objective, critical and pluralistic manner. The existing syllabus is nearly 20 years old, and the review aligns with the wider reform of the Northern Ireland Curriculum. Find out more about... MoreClosed 27 February 2026 -
Review of Religious Education (RE) in NI - Call for Evidence
The Department of Education is carrying out a review of the Religious Education (RE) Core Syllabus for in Northern Ireland. The review will cover Foundation Stage to Key Stage 4 (Year 1 to Year 12) The review follows a Supreme Court judgment that concluded the current RE Core Syllabus does not convey information in an objective, critical and pluralistic manner. The existing syllabus is nearly 20 years old, and the review aligns with the wider reform of the Northern Ireland Curriculum. ... MoreOpened 23 February 2026 -
Five-Year Education Budget Strategy
The Department of Education has set out its proposals for a Five-Year Education Budget Strategy. This strategy has been brought forward in the context of an exceptionally challenging budget position, which requires the Department of Education to consider significant changes to ensure the long‑term sustainability of education services. We want to hear your views. This is your opportunity to shape how available funding is used to deliver education services. ... MoreOpened 4 February 2026 -
Halloween Revision Scheme - Data Capture & Evaluation Form
Schools that provided a Halloween Revision Scheme to support Year 12 pupils preparing to sit modular examinations should complete this form to detail expenditure incurred and provide an evaluation of the impact of the scheme. MoreClosed 27 January 2026 -
Post Engagement Survey, CCEA Qualifications: School Leaders
At the recent engagement event with school leaders, the Department of Education provided further information on the evidence considered in developing the proposals on the future of CCEA GCSEs, AS levels and A levels and discussed a range of views and concerns that had been raised by respondents to the consultation. The information shared at the events included: Research findings comparing modular and linear assessment structures at GCSE and A level. Evidence relating to the... MoreClosed 26 January 2026 -
CONSULTATION ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A NEW ORGANISATION TO SUPPORT CONTROLLED SCHOOLS
INTRODUCTION The Department would like to hear your views and feedback on its policy proposals to establish, through new legislation, the statutory framework for a new organisation to support controlled schools. This public consultation will form part of a wide ranging and targeted engagement with schools, parents, young people, other government Departments, teacher unions, key interest groups and other stakeholders. We strongly advise everyone to... MoreClosed 11 December 2025 -
Curriculum Review – Curriculum Survey
Help Shape the Future Curriculum As you know, the newly appointed Curriculum Taskforce will soon begin designing a new system level curriculum framework for Northern Ireland. As part of this exciting work, we are setting up subject groups including practitioners to develop the content for each specific subject. We appreciate that not everyone who may wish to be involved can be due to time constraints but it is important that everyone has a chance to contribute. ... MoreClosed 28 November 2025 -
The Future of CCEA GCSEs, AS levels and A levels
Who is conducting the consultation? The consultation is being conducted by the Department of Education (Department). It is targeted at everyone who has an interest in the qualifications available in Northern Ireland, notably students, schools, parents, further education, higher education and employers. Introduction Qualifications represent the formal recognition of knowledge, skills and competencies acquired through study,... MoreClosed 13 November 2025 -
Temporary Variation (TV) Policy Review
Thank you for taking the time to participate in our Temporary Variation (TV) policy review survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand the needs and preferences of those directly involved with schools. Please read the consultation document prior to completing the survey. Where a school is oversubscribed with applications, it may apply to the department to admit additional, named children. The Temporary Variation (TV) Policy ( ... MoreClosed 3 November 2025 -
Strengthening Inspection Legislation for Schools and Other Education and Training Establishments
Inspection is a critical part of school improvement, of supporting and maintaining the professionalism of our teaching workforce and of providing assurances to the public that our schools and other education and training establishments are providing quality education. It is vital to all learners. The prolonged absence of inspection during the past decade due to its inclusion within Action Short of Strike means many schools have not been identified for the... MoreClosed 10 July 2025 -
Department of Education - 16-18 Legislation - Children and Young People
We are the Department of Education and we would like to hear your views on changes to the law. The Department of Education is a government department in Northern Ireland which oversees everything that happens in school and youth services. We work to improve the wellbeing of children and young people and make sure you get the best learning experience possible. We want to know what you think about making changes to the law. These changes would mean that all young people are required... MoreClosed 4 July 2025 -
Department of Education - 16-18 Legislation - Main
Minister’s Foreword This consultation proposes legislation for all learners to participate in education, apprenticeship or training until age 18. It also explores how it will impact schools, Further Education colleges, employers, training providers and the voluntary and community sector. Research shows that investment in education can deliver a better future for all. If sufficient investment is made in the right areas at the right time, the vision is... MoreClosed 4 July 2025 -
Changing the Supernumerary Status
Thank you for taking the time to participate in our Accounting for Children with a Statement of Special Educational Needs: Changing The 'Supernumerary' Status survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand the needs and preferences of those directly involved with schools. This proposed policy will allow the Department to remove supernumerary status after the first year of admission where there has been a change of placement i.e. pre-school to primary, primary... MoreClosed 26 June 2025 -
Changing School Numbers Online Survey
Thank you for taking the time to participate in our Changing School Numbers survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand the needs and preferences of those directly involved with schools. The proposed Changing School Numbers Policy will allow the Department to change a school’s approved numbers where there is sufficient evidence to do so, and the Department does not deem the change significant. This will enable us to respond more quickly to a school's changing... MoreClosed 23 June 2025 -
Department of Education – School admission survey
The Department of Education, the Education Authority and the Council for Catholic Maintained Schools each have important responsibilities for planning school provision across Northern Ireland. Society is changing and we want to ensure that the preferences of parents and guardians are included in that planning process. So, w e are asking parents who have recently made school admission choices for entry into nursery, primary and post primary education about your... MoreClosed 23 May 2025 -
Consultation on the Design Plan for the Roll-out of Smart Electricity Meters in Northern Ireland
Smart meters were proposed as a tool in the Energy Strategy to provide customers with modern meters that give real time information and to help enable the development of an accessible and digitalised energy system where data provides value for consumers and a more efficient system operation. The Department has commissioned a detailed review of implementation programmes in other countries to understand the key risks and barriers to implementation and consolidate knowledge on best... MoreClosed 16 January 2025 -
Consultation on support for low carbon heating in residential buildings
The purpose of this consultation is to evaluate support options for low carbon heating technologies within the residential sector. The views provided will help the Department for the Economy (DfE), with further policy development in this area. We welcome feedback from a range of stakeholders; the public, heat pump installers, heat pump manufactures, third level education, private companies with a vested interest in the low carbon heat industry; and other public... MoreClosed 10 January 2025 -
Consultation on Proposed Changes to Qualifications Performance Measures
We are seeking the views of post-primary schools and special schools with post-primary age pupils on proposed changes to how qualifications are counted for system level performance measures. There are three proposals and you are asked to indicate the degree to which you either agree or disagree with each. If you wish to expand on your reasons for either agreeing or disagreeing with these proposals, or you have any further comments, you may use the free text box at the end of... MoreClosed 25 October 2024 -
Use of Mobile Phones and Other Similar Devices in Schools Survey
The Department of Education has launched a survey for schools and EOTAS settings to gather information on current approaches to pupils’ use of personal mobile devices. The new guidance on pupils’ personal use of mobile phones and other similar devices during the school day is available at DE Circular 2024/14 Guidance for Schools on Pupils’ Personal Use of Mobile Phones and other Similar Devices During the School Day MoreClosed 11 October 2024 -
REVIEW OF SCHOOL UNIFORM POLICY
The cost of living crisis has brought into sharp focus that school uniforms and other such items can be a financial burden, particularly for lower income and large families. The Minister of Education plans to introduce statutory guidance so that all governing bodies will be required to review their current school uniform policy and ensure costs are manageable for parents/carers. This consultation seeks views on what should be contained within any statutory guidance on school... MoreClosed 27 September 2024 -
Careers Service Software for Autistic People
The Department for the Economy’s Careers Service offers impartial and personalised advice and guidance to people of all ages in Northern Ireland, and this is provided by professionally qualified Careers Advisers. We want to help young people with decisions about subject choices when you are at school and we can help with advice and guidance on how to find a college or university course, an apprenticeship, start training or finding a job. We offer advice and... MoreClosed 21 June 2024 -
Education Settings – DE Emotional Health and Wellbeing Survey (February 2024)
Education Settings – DE Emotional Health and Wellbeing Survey (February 2024) The joint Department of Education (DE) and Department of Health Children & Young People's Emotional Health and Wellbeing in Education Framework was published in February 2021 along with an implementation plan . The Framework sets out overarching guidelines to support those working in DE-funded educational settings (pre-school through to post-primary) to help them promote emotional... MoreClosed 21 March 2024 -
Voluntary/Community/Private Organisations – DE Emotional Health and Wellbeing Survey (February 2024)
The joint Department of Education (DE) and Department of Health Children & Young People's Emotional Health and Wellbeing in Education Framework was published in February 2021 along with an implementation plan . The Framework sets out overarching guidelines to support those working in DE-funded educational settings (pre-school through to post-primary) to help them promote emotional wellbeing and strengthen self-esteem and resilience in children and young people. The Framework... MoreClosed 21 March 2024 -
Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) Consultation
Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) The Department of Education has launched a consultation on the circumstances and arrangements which would enable a parent/carer to excuse their child from receiving age-appropriate, comprehensive and scientifically accurate education on sexual and reproductive health and rights, covering prevention of early pregnancy and access to abortion. Consultation Period The consultation will run... MoreClosed 24 November 2023
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