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Translink issues back-to-school travel advice ahead of September timetable changes
Translink has issued important back-to-school travel advice as thousands of pupils prepare to return to classrooms across Northern...
Aug 30, 2025


COVID legacy hits NI schools: Minister acts on literacy & numeracy gaps as 28% of pupils fall behind
Nearly three in 10 pupils in Northern Ireland are not meeting expected standards in literacy and numeracy by the end of primary school,...
Aug 30, 2025


Hands-On Beef Farming Experience Awaits Year 11s in ABP Angus Challenge
As part of the ABP Angus Youth finalist programme, pupils embark on an international study tour with ABP and Certified Irish Angus....
Aug 30, 2025


Northern Ireland introduces comprehensive SEN policy to support growing number of pupils
In a significant step towards enhancing educational inclusivity, Education Minister Paul Givan has today announced the publication of a...
Aug 28, 2025


NI schools must step up for SEN children: EA’s bold call amid place shortages
In a significant push to address the escalating needs of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Northern Ireland, the Education...
Aug 27, 2025


Education Authority launches recruitment pilot to speed up SEN classroom support
The Education Authority (EA) has launched a new recruitment initiative designed to help schools fill classroom assistant vacancies more...
Aug 25, 2025


Ballymena to host public consultation event on Children’s Emotional Health and Wellbeing Framework
Ballymena will next week host one of the first public consultation events on a new framework aimed at improving children’s and young...
Aug 22, 2025


60,000 pupils to return: Translink issues ‘back to school’ travel advice for new term
As schools across Northern Ireland prepare to reopen on Monday 1st September, Translink has issued essential travel advice to help...
Aug 21, 2025


“Many opportunities available” – Economy Minister GCSE and A-level students to contact Careers Service
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Head of the Careers Service Justin Kerr encourage those seeking advice and guidance following...
Aug 21, 2025


Major £70M drive to grow UK cadet forces by 40,000 with drone pilot training and STEM skills
The UK Government has announced a major expansion of the Armed Forces Cadets, pledging £70 million to increase membership across the...
Aug 20, 2025


Education Minister confirms plans to extend compulsory education and training to age 18 in NI
Education Minister Paul Givan Education Minister Paul Givan has announced that new legislation will be brought forward to ensure all...
Aug 20, 2025


Mission Santa blasts back to Armagh Observatory and Planetarium for a festive space adventure
Families across Northern Ireland are being invited to embark on an unforgettable festive journey as Armagh Observatory and Planetarium...
Aug 17, 2025


Dig into Autumn: Free gardening workshops at Dobbies Antrim & Lisburn
Grow How workshops at Dobbies Garden Centres. Image: Stewart Attwood Dobbies Garden Centres in Antrim and Lisburn are inviting families...
Aug 17, 2025


Students urged to travel smart and save BIG with Translink’s yLink Card
Celebrating their A Level results and their new YLINK cards are Nell, Olivia and Becca. The yLink card is your ticket to cheaper,...
Aug 17, 2025


EA launches Back to School support hub for families across Northern Ireland
The Education Authority (EA) has outlined a wide range of support and advice for families as thousands of children and young people...
Aug 16, 2025


Online grooming survivor backs new PSNI and SBNI campaign to warn young people of digital dangers
A teenager who bravely became the first to report serial online groomer Max Hollingsbee has spoken out to support a new campaign by the...
Aug 15, 2025


Northern Ireland students celebrate outstanding BTEC, AS and A Level Results
Education Minister Paul Givan pictured at Rathmore Grammar School in Dunmurry with Principal Arthur Donnelly and pupils. Education...
Aug 14, 2025


Careers advice key to successful career planning, says Economy Minister
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald and Head of the Careers Service Justin Kerr encourage those seeking advice and guidance following...
Aug 14, 2025


‘Activate Your Curiosity’ opens career pathways for Mid and East Antrim students
Cambridge House pupils photographed during their visit to Moore Concrete Students across Mid and East Antrim have been given a rare...
Aug 12, 2025


‘A world full of wonders’: Specsavers celebrates children’s curiosity across Northern Ireland
Seven-year-old Mila from Whitehead, County Antrim with her wonder of the world! Shoppers in Belfast were treated to a magical sight this...
Aug 8, 2025
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