Latest news
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Enrolments at grant-aided schools 2012/13: basic statistics
~ Wednesday, 12 December 2012
The purpose of this statistical release is to present basic enrolment figures for schools and for children in funded pre-school education for 2012/13.
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O'Dowd welcomes publication of 'hugely significant' report and commends primary school communities
~ Tuesday, 11 December 2012
The attainment of pupils in our primary schools in reading and numeracy is higher than in any other English speaking country in the world according to an international report published today.
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Publication of PIRLS 2011 and TIMSS 2011 results
~ Tuesday, 11 December 2012
The findings from 2 major studies (PIRLS and TIMSS) were released today.
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O’Dowd turns down additional nursery class at Dungannon Nursery School
~ Friday, 7 December 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has turned down the establishment of a third 26 place full-time nursery class at Dungannon Nursery School.
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O’Dowd congratulates teachers at the inaugural Blackboard Awards
~ Thursday, 6 December 2012
Education Minister John O'Dowd has paid tribute to the hard work and dedication of teachers and principals as he attended the inaugural Blackboard awards in Belfast.
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Education Minister visits Templepatrick Primary School
~ Thursday, 6 December 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd paid a visit to Templepatrick Primary School in Co. Antrim today.
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Education Minister congratulates Millennium Volunteers
~ Wednesday, 5 December 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has hailed the contribution made by young people who have become Millennium Volunteers.
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O’Dowd congratulates local teacher on success in technology awards
~ Tuesday, 4 December 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd has congratulated local teacher David Young following his success at the Microsoft Partners in Learning Global Forum.
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New approach to early years education and learning unveiled
~ Tuesday, 4 December 2012
Education Minister John O'Dowd has outlined the future direction for early years education and learning.
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Consultation launched on proposed short-term changes to A Levels
~ Monday, 3 December 2012
The Department of Education has launched a consultation on proposed short term changes to GCE A Levels.
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Physical activity delivers benefits across all aspects of life – O’Dowd
~ Monday, 3 December 2012
Taking part in, and enjoying, physical activity from a young age can have a positive impact on all aspects of life.
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Pre-school admissions process commences
~ Friday, 30 November 2012
The admissions process for entry into pre-school education in September 2013 has commenced today.
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St Luke’s Primary School back on its feet after flooding
~ Thursday, 29 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has visited St Luke's Primary School, Twinbrook, to see the work carried out following flooding earlier this year.
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O’Dowd – good careers advice more important than ever
~ Thursday, 29 November 2012
In today's global economy ensuring that young people are aware of the wide range of career paths open to them is more important than ever before.
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O’Dowd: work commences at Newry Youth Resource Centre
~ Wednesday, 28 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has cut the first sod at the site of a new £1.2million Newry Youth Resource Centre.
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O’Dowd welcomes continued improvement in exam performance
~ Tuesday, 27 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has welcomed the continued improvement of pupils at both GCSE and A-level.
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Years 12 and 14 examination performance at post-primary schools in Northern Ireland 2011/12 (Provisional)
~ Tuesday, 27 November 2012
A statistical press release presenting an analysis of examination performance for pupils in years 12 and 14 at post- primary schools in the north of Ireland for 2011/12 has been published today.
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Appointment of Chairperson and Members to the Education and Skills Authority (ESA)
~ Thursday, 22 November 2012
Appointment of Chairperson and Members to the Education and Skills Authority (ESA)
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Lower paid teachers to be protected from pension contributions increase
~ Wednesday, 21 November 2012
Teachers on lower rates of salary would be protected from further increases in pension contributions under plans proposed by Education Minister John O'Dowd.
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O’Dowd Launches Anti-Bullying Week - ‘Everybody is Somebody’
~ Tuesday, 20 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, today launched anti-bullying week - 'Everybody is Somebody' - focusing on tackling bullying motivated by difference and prejudice.
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Appointment of member to the North Eastern Education and Library Board
~ Tuesday, 20 November 2012
The Department of Education has announced the appointment of one new member to the Board of the North Eastern Education and Library Board.
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Ministers congratulate JP McManus scholarship recipients
~ Monday, 19 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd and Employment and Learning Minister, Dr Stephen Farry have congratulated the recipients of the JP McManus All Ireland Scholarship Scheme at a ceremony in Limerick.
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O’Dowd addresses primary school governors conference
~ Thursday, 15 November 2012
Boards of Governors have a vital role to play in providing strong leadership in our primary schools and raising educational standards.
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O’Dowd attends Hazelwood Integrated College Prize Day
~ Tuesday, 13 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has attended the annual prize-giving ceremony at Hazelwood Integrated College in north Belfast.
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O’Dowd welcomes progress on computer-based assessments
~ Monday, 12 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has advised the remaining primary schools still to complete their Computer-Based Assessments that an interim solution to overcome the technical difficulties has been implemented.
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O’Dowd offers best wishes to all Primary 7 pupils
~ Friday, 9 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has expressed his best wishes for all children in year 7 across the north of Ireland.
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School leaders have a vital role to play in raising standards – O’Dowd
~ Wednesday, 7 November 2012
School leaders have a vital role to play in raising standards across the local education system.
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Putting Pupils First: Improving outcomes; improving opportunity
~ Tuesday, 6 November 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has outlined the next steps in the drive to raise educational standards.
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Area planning consultation closes
~ Friday, 26 October 2012
The consultation period on the future pattern of education delivery closes today (26 October 2012).
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O’Dowd officially opens new autism centre at St Joseph’s College, Coalisland
~ Wednesday, 24 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has visited St Joseph's College, Coalisland, where he officially opened their specialist centre for children and young people on the autism spectrum.
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Survey on cross-border education to commence
~ Tuesday, 23 October 2012
A survey to determine the level of parental demand for cross-border education and to help future planning of the schools estate is to commence next week.
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Appointment of member (general interest - teacher) to the Belfast Education and Library Board
~ Thursday, 18 October 2012
Appointment of member (general interest - teacher) to the Belfast Education and Library Board
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Success in school and life can be influenced at a young age
~ Wednesday, 17 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, today opened the NI British Psychological Society's (NIBPS) annual public lecture.
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Minister turns down proposal to increase capacity at Drumragh Integrated College, Omagh
~ Friday, 12 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has turned down a development proposal to increase capacity at Drumragh Integrated College in Omagh.
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Creative teachers help pupils get the most out of learning – O’Dowd
~ Thursday, 11 October 2012
Creative teachers stimulate, motivate and inspire pupils, empowering them to get the most out of their learning careers.
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Education Minister visits Saintfield schools
~ Wednesday, 10 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, today paid a visit to Academy Primary School and Saintfield High School.
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O’Dowd welcomes investment in literacy and numeracy teaching
~ Wednesday, 10 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has welcomed the announcement by the First and deputy First Ministers of investment in posts for 230 recently qualified teachers to improve literacy and numeracy in schools.
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O’Dowd - Pupils will have opportunity to re-sit English exam with additional support from schools
~ Monday, 8 October 2012
Pupils who took the GCSE English exam with the AQA Awarding Organisation will be given an early opportunity to re-sit their exam and schools affected will be given additional support if they need it.
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Statement on technical issues with school computer-based assessments
~ Thursday, 4 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has responded to concerns raised by some schools in relation to technical issues with the new computer-based assessment system.
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O’Dowd announces funding scheme for Irish Language in Extended Schools
~ Wednesday, 3 October 2012
A funding scheme for programmes that will encourage children, parents and the wider community to develop their Irish language skills was announced today by Education Minister, John O'Dowd.
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Education Minister highlights vital role of early years education
~ Wednesday, 3 October 2012
The early years of a child's life are the most important in shaping their intellectual, emotional, social and physical development.
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Education Bill introduced to Assembly
~ Tuesday, 2 October 2012
The reform of education administration took another step forward today with the introduction of the Education Bill to the Assembly.
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Minister agrees closure of Garvagh High School
~ Monday, 1 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has approved a development proposal to close Garvagh High School.
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O’Dowd launches review of GCSE and A Level qualifications
~ Monday, 1 October 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has announced a fundamental review of GCSE and GCE A Level qualifications in the north of Ireland.
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Changes in admissions criteria for pre-school education settings
~ Friday, 28 September 2012
Pre-school settings will no longer be required to prioritise children born in July and August within their admissions criteria.
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Minister announces working group to establish controlled schools’ sectoral support body
~ Thursday, 27 September 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has announced details of the group that will work to establish a sectoral support body for controlled schools.
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O’Dowd launches consultation on future of Traveller education
~ Monday, 24 September 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, has launched a public consultation on proposals for the future of education provision for Traveller children.
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Minister welcomes Executive agreement to Education Bill
~ Thursday, 20 September 2012
Education Minister John O'Dowd has welcomed the Executive's agreement to the Education Bill, which will see the establishment of the Education and Skills Authority.
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O’Dowd launches consultation on new policy for youth work
~ Monday, 17 September 2012
Education Minister, John O'Dowd, today announced a 12-week consultation on a new policy for youth work within education.
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Ministers launch a public consultation on the future of the Education Maintenance Allowance
~ Monday, 30 July 2012
Employment and Learning Minister, Stephen Farry and Education Minister, John O'Dowd, have today launched a joint public consultation on the future of the Education Maintenance Allowance scheme.
