Big thanks to WorldWise Global Schools for sponsoring our student-led Dublin event. 100+ students, one theme: "Growing Up Now: Navigating a Connected World". Student-led workshops, GCE Fair, plus a great session on misinformation from Global Action Plan. Can't wait for next year! #EducateTogether

The Fight for Multi-Denominational Schools – Near FM – Listen Again

The Fight for Multi-Denominational Schools
Emma talks to Edward Platt from @educatetogether.bsky.social

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TOMORROW is the day! 🚀 We are thrilled to be heading to Stepaside ETSS tomorrow for our second Global Citizenship Education event 🌍

Follow live: Check our Instagram Stories throughout the day for updates! 🙌
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40% of parents with children in religious schools prefer non-denominational A new survey by the Department of Education has found that a large proportion of parents want change

CEO Dr Emer Nowlan: "We know there is a clear preference for #EducateTogether among a majority of parents & staff in many schools." Minister: "The future of each school will be guided by the preferences of its own community." Ireland needs real school choice now! ⚖️

40% of parents want multi-denominational schools - survey Around 40% of parents of children attending Catholic or other religious denomination primary schools would prefer their child to attend a multi-denominational school, according to a national survey…

"Demand for #EducateTogether schools has grown–these results confirm current school provision is completely out of step." – Dr Emer Nowlan, on Government survey. 40% of parents in denominational schools want multi-denominational. BUT 95.1% of schools are denominational.

PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks: Shared Education Podcast series – Episode 9 - National Childhood Network (NCN) We are delighted to invite you to tune in to Episode 9 of the PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks podcast. This week, we welcome Vera Shanahan, an expert in shared education in Ireland. We explore the ethos of…

Our incredible Primary Education Officer, Vera, was on the PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Talks podcast to talk about the #EducateTogether ethos & how this approach drives Shared Education initiatives. Very timely!

Listen to the full episode here: ncn.ie/peaceplus-as...

#SharedEducation #EthicalEducation

Catholic school patrons open to change – but choice is theirs, Minister says Government-commissioned survey found parental support for changing ethos in schools

Survey says 40% of parents want school ethos change. Educate Together CEO Emer Nowlan: "Current provision is completely out of step." Release school-level data. Parents deserve real choice! 🏫 📚

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Most parents of children in denominational schools want to keep existing ethos but more want co-education A majority of Irish parents want schools to maintain their denominational ethos.

40% want multi-denominational education – but just 155 schools exist. Educate Together CEO Emer Nowlan: "These results confirm provision is completely out of step. Release school-level data so results can be acted on." #EducateTogether

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Large number of parents seek shift to multidenominational ethos in schools Almost three-quarters of parents with children in single-sex schools said they would like to see those schools transition to coeducational

Forty per cent of parents with children in denominational primary schools would prefer to see the ethos shift to a multi-denominational one, a Department of Education survey of 200,000 households found - @irishtimes.com

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The National Primary School Survey got 200,000 responses (41% of households). Now Educate Together is calling for school-level data & real investment 🌱

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40% of parents want multi-denominational primary schools. But 95% of Irish primary schools are still denominational 📉 That's a gap of over 1,000 schools.

🔗 Read the press release: www.educatetogether.ie/news/patrona...

At #EducateTogether, we're proud to be an inclusive network, supporting students from all backgrounds to reach their full potential, no matter their needs. We're committed to closing gaps in support for children with additional needs 🤝💚 #AutismAwarenessDay #Neurodiversity #EthicalEducation

📢 Volunteer: Board Chairperson, Castlebar Educate Together NS, Mayo

Seeking building sector experience (architect, engineer, project manager). Voluntary leadership role supporting an equality-based school.

Apply: form.jotform.com/250052660283...

Student councils from #EducateTogether schools in Co. Galway gathered for a regional event—co-run by schools, for schools 🗣️✨ Through a problem–solution tree, pupils tackled climate change—exploring root causes & imagining solutions. When we create spaces for student voice, young people step up!

Another great example of innovation and quality education in action ✨ 11 #EducateTogether schools collaborated on professional learning and innovation, funded by the Féilte Bursary Scheme. Peer observation builds trust, reflection, & collaboration—strengthening practice and benefiting every student.

Student leadership in action 🌍 2L students from Galway, Limerick & Cork ETSS came together for a student-led #EthicalEducation & GCE event. 68 students explored their chosen theme: “Growing Up Now: Navigating a Connected World.”

Proudly supported by WorldWise Global Schools! 💖

Today on #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfRacialDiscrimination, we stand for a world where equality, justice, and inclusion are a reality. At #EducateTogether, we’re proud to foster an education system that celebrates diversity and empowers every student to thrive 📚✊ #EthicalEducation

📢 Educate Together has partnered with Dublin City University (funded by Research Ireland) to launch our first national survey on student participation in school decision-making. All primary and second-level schools are invited to take part!

Let's put student voice at the heart of education 💬

TOMORROW is the day! 🚀 We are thrilled to be heading to Limerick Educate Together Secondary School tomorrow for our flagship Global Citizenship Education event 🌍

Follow live: Check our Instagram Stories throughout the day for updates! 🙌
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🌟 Interested in shaping the future of education? Join an #EducateTogether Board of Management! As a patron, we support schools in upholding equality-based values. Nominate yourself today & help lead a school community 🏫 🤝 #EthicalEducation
Find out more ➡️ buff.ly/UpONH30
Apply here 📩 buff.ly/FcZ3KbY

Happy #InternationalWomensDay to all #EducateTogether staff, students and parents/guardians! Co-education & gender equality are central to the Educate Together ethos & we would like to thank everybody in our network who works towards achieving gender equality everyday 💪📚 #EthicalEducation

Day 2 of the Educate Together Principals' Conference!

Today’s programme includes discussions, collaborative workshops, and sessions on ethos and leadership.

It is invaluable to bring together school leaders to share experiences, insights and expertise.
#EducateTogether #EthicalEducation

March is Anti-Racism Month! 🌍 At Educate Together, we’re committed to ethical education & equality-based schools. Let’s build inclusive, diverse spaces for all students to learn and grow together ✊ @inarireland.bsky.social #AntiRacismMonth #EducateTogether

On March 1st, we celebrate Irish Traveller Ethnicity Day – the anniversary of Ireland officially recognising the Irish Traveller community as an ethnic group in 2017. A powerful moment for equality and cultural recognition 🌍 💚 #IrishTravellerEthnicityDay #Equality #EducateTogether

🚨 Time to shape the future of Irish education! 🚨 The #NationalConversationOnEducation survey is live. Govt wants to hear from everyone – parents, students, educators, etc. It's a real chance to influence the 2026 Convention on Education.

➡️ Survey: gov.ie/educationconvention
➡️ Closes 28 Feb 2026

🚨 Time to shape the future of Irish education! 🚨 The #NationalConversationOnEducation survey is live. Govt wants to hear from everyone – parents, students, educators, etc. It's a real chance to influence the 2026 Convention on Education.

➡️ Survey: gov.ie/educationconvention
➡️ Closes 28 Feb 2026

📢 Volunteer opportunity: Board Chairperson, Castlebar ETNS, Mayo

Looking for someone with an interest in the #EducateTogether ethos and experience in the building sector 🏗️

A great opportunity to lead and support a growing school community.

Apply here:
👉 form.jotform.com/250052660283...

📢 Volunteer opportunity: Board Chairperson, Citywest ETNS, Dublin

Equality-based, child-centred school looking for an experienced leader to guide their Board. Might suit an active retired principal or someone with school leadership experience.

Apply here 👉 form.jotform.com/250052660283...

WorldWise Global Schools in Action - Cork ETSS

Wonderful to see Cork Educate Together Secondary School and their incredible work in Global Citizenship Education profiled in this video! #EducateTogether #EthicalEducation

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Heard the talk about last year’s Principals’ Conference? The feedback was clear: it’s the essential gathering for our school leaders. That same spirit of connection and actionable insight returns in 2026!

🗓️ 5 & 6 March 2026 | 📍 Galway Bay Hotel
Register now: www.eventbrite.ie/e/educate-to...