As the professional body for primary school leaders, IPPN recognises the current pressure within the system in terms of a shortage of places for children with complex additional needs in special classes and in special schools in Dublin. IPPN fully supports the principle of ensuring equal access to quality inclusive education for all learners. This […]
Education Partners Condemn Minister’s Spin on Special Education Saturday, 25 June 2022 The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) and the Irish Primary Principals’ Network (IPPN) condemn the politicised decision by the Department of Education to name a small number of Dublin primary schools who have raised reasonable concerns relating to a lack of resources required […]
This online course offers convenient and practical professional development focused on the needs of school leaders. The course includes areas such as Sustainable Leadership and Dignity in the Workplace along with updates on Child Protection, Recruitment & Appointments, Wellbeing and Self Care. New for this year, two Zoom calls will be scheduled during the month […]
Please see staffing 2022/23 key information synopsis 1. Circular 0025/2022 confirms a reduction in the primary staffing schedule by one point bringing class size to an average of 24 in mainstream classes, with lower thresholds applying in DEIS Band 1 schools. 2. The Circular includes at Appendix C the allocation of NCSE hours on foot […]
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