Catholic patrons advocate participation in Department of Education survey on school choice

Catholic patrons advocate participation in Department of Education survey on school choice

Catholic patrons today welcome the announcement of a survey on primary school choice launched by the Department of Education and Youth.    According to Marie Griffin, chairperson of the Catholic Education Partnership, “The choice of school ethos, and how it can fully realise the potential of each child, is of paramount concern to parents.  Catholic education is about nurturing the whole child – mind, body, and spirit – in an environment where ev…

The National Primary School Survey is Open!

The National Survey of Parental Preference in School Patronage is now live! The Department of Education and Youth has launched the long-awaited Parents’ Survey on School Patronage – giving families across Ireland the chance to have their say on the kind of schools they want in their communities.  Parents of children aged 0-12 are encouraged to take part and use their voice to help shape the future of education.  Complete the survey now …