A Guide to the Irish Education System by The ISSU

Many children and their parents can find the Irish Education System overwhelming, and difficult to understand, especially those who are newly living in Ireland.

The guide aims to give all the information that one might need to better understand the system, make informed choices and have the ability to thrive during their years of education.

But firstly, who are the ISSU?

The ISSU is the national representative body for second-level students in the Republic of Ireland. They strive to uplift, represent and defend the voice of all second-level students by providing a collective voice. They fight for a fair education system that values each individual and allows them to reach their full potential, and they work to end disparity in student services based on socioeconomic backgrounds.

What ages does the Guide to the Irish Education System cover?

The guide covers from early childhood care up to third level education, the ages can range from 2 to 18+.

What does the ISSU Guide to the Irish Education System cover?

Which languages is the ISSU Guide to the Irish Education System available in?

The mission is to help all students and parents new to the Irish school system to understand how it works, so they may thrive. The ISSU is determined to support all students to reach their potential by understanding how our education works.

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If you have any questions, feel free to email info@studyclix.ie.