Budget statement ignores real challenges in primary education
01/10/2024
The government has failed to address the urgent needs of primary and special schools in Budget 2025. Today's budget speeches lacked the clear commitments necessary to meet the ongoing challenges facing our schools.
Pay increase set to kick in – Circular confirms next increase under Public Service Agreement 2024-2026
30/09/2024
The Department of Education has today published Circular 0073/2024, outlining the latest pay uplift for teachers effective from 1 October 2024. A pay increase of 1% or €500, whichever is greater, on all scale points is due on 1 October 2024.
Series two of Teacher Talk with the INTO podcast is live!
24/09/2024
The Irish National Teachers' Organisation is excited to announce the launch of series two of its popular podcast Teacher Talk with the INTO. Whether you're newly qualified or a seasoned educator, Teacher Talk with the INTO provides valuable support and inspiration.
INTO welcomes publication of PME fee refund scheme circular
19/09/2024
The INTO welcomes the release of the long-awaited circular 0069/2024, detailing the operation of the PME Fee Refund Scheme announced by Minister Foley on Budget Day last October.
Places still available for Retirement Planning Seminar next week
17/09/2024
There is limited availability for our seminar on Friday 27 to Saturday 28 September 2024 in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry. INTO Retirement Planning Seminars are delivered by a team of experts, with topics specifically tailored for primary teachers.
Register now for Single Public Service Pension scheme seminar
16/09/2024
Teachers who began work since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme (SPS). INTO is hosting SPS information seminars for members at a number of locations throughout October and November.
Ireland’s underinvestment in education exposed by OECD
10/09/2024
The latest OECD Education at a Glance report exposes the persistent issues of overcrowded classrooms and inadequate funding for primary education in Ireland, revealing that the country continues to fall behind its global peers.
Principals’ Seminars programme 2024/25 – registration now open
05/09/2024
Registration is now open for our principals’ seminars, which will be held at various locations throughout the country during the 2024/25 school year.
INTO Bursary Deadline 20 September
04/09/2024
The INTO Bursary Scheme 2024 is currently open. Up to six bursaries will be awarded with awards of €3,000 for Doctorate Level and €1,500 for Masters Level/Other.