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INTO welcomes free primary book scheme plan
22/03/2023
The INTO welcomes publication of the new free primary book scheme and confirmation that administrative support will be provided to schools to ensure smooth national rollout.
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DE misses chance to tackle climate emergency
15/03/2023
The INTO is disappointed that the Department of Education has excluded vital resources and supports from the 'School Sector Climate Action Mandate', published this week.
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Irish and UK unions oppose Palestine school demolition
14/03/2023
Irish and UK trade unions representing education workers have expressed shock and condemnation over the imminent demolition of another school in the West Bank.
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Time and support needed to deliver new curriculum
09/03/2023
The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) welcomes today’s launch of the Primary Curriculum Framework by Minister for Education, Norma Foley.
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IHREC/INTO anti-racism workshops in March
07/03/2023
These IHREC/INTO interactive workshops support teachers in understanding racism and identity-based discrimination related to race, language, culture and/or ethnicity.
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Primary Staffing Appeals Board – March meeting
06/03/2023
The first meeting of the Primary Staffing Appeals Board to deal with appeals for the 2023/24 school year will be held this coming Friday 10 March 2023.
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Applications open for Asst Northern Secretary position
01/03/2023
Applications are invited for the position of INTO Assistant Northern Secretary based in Belfast. The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm, 15 March 2023.
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INTO Retirement Planning Seminar in May
28/02/2023
Registration is now open for the next INTO Retirement Planning Seminar. This in-person event will be held on 12 and 13 May 2023 in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry, Dublin 9.
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New Equality resource hub on INTO.ie
23/02/2023
In line with the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation's commitment to the principles of equality, inclusion and diversity (EID) and further to a resolution passed at Congress 2022, the union has set up a dedicated EID hub on our website.