I received a warm welcome at St Mary’s Primary School in Fivemiletown and enjoyed a tour of the school’s facilities. I met with staff and parents and had the pleasure to chat to the children about the favourite things they love to do in school.

The Department of Education has launched a public appointments competition to appoint Directors to the Board of the Middletown Centre for Autism (MCA). For more information education-ni.gov.uk/news/applicati…

Delighted to have been invited to talk to the CCMS Info Council. A very interesting a productive discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing Education.

Had a great session on leadership in the Houben Centre, hosted by Professor Joanne Murphy, for the Senior Management Team in the Department of Education.

Thanks to Principal Sharon Cassidy and colleagues at Knockavoe School & Resource Centre for the warm welcome and wonderful visit. Education Authority Education and Training Inspectorate

I was delighted to visit St Catherine's PS in Strabane and to meet Principal Bridget Wilders, members of the Board of Governors, school staff and the pupils. I received a fabulous welcome and enjoyed a tour of the school. CCMS Info

I visited specialist provision for young autistic people being educated through the medium of Irish in Coláiste Feirste. An inclusive learning environment which allows young people who require support to be educated in their school of choice with their peers and siblings. Education Authority

The Department of Education has awarded the construction contract for the Strule Shared Education Campus to Woodvale Lowry Joint Venture Limited. The local company will deliver the £375million shared education facility on the site of the former Lisanelly Army Barracks in Omagh.

Education Minister Paul Givan has congratulated young people receiving their BTEC, AS and A level examination results today. The Minister also met with students at belfasthighschool and spoke to them about their results and their plans for the future. Read more –

Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the success of Northern Ireland’s students receiving their GCSE results today. The Minister met with students at Dromore High School and spoke to them about their results and their plans for the future. Read more -

During a visit to St.Columbanus College College the Education Minister, Paul Givan launched new guidance to support school leaders on the use of mobile phones throughout the school day, including at break and lunch times. Read more - education-ni.gov.uk/news/guidance-… Education Authority CCMS Info

The Education Authority (EA) has launched a series of resources to help schools, parents and children and young people address bullying type behaviour in schools. This includes a model ‘Addressing Bullying Behaviour in Schools’ policy template that schools can tailor to support

Education Minister Paul Givan has today issued new guidance to support school leaders in restricting the personal use of mobile phones throughout the school day, including at break and lunch times. Read more - education-ni.gov.uk/news/guidance-… Education Authority CCMS Info

I was delighted to cut the ribbon at Sion Mills Integrated Primary School and Nursery Unit as it transforms to Controlled Status. It was wonderful to meet the Principal, Louise Kingh, the staff, pupils and wider school community. Integrated Education Fund NI Council for Integrated Education (NICIE) Education Authority Controlled Schools' Support Council (CSSC)

The role of EA Chairperson is an exciting opportunity to make real and impactful change to the lives of children, young people and their families in Northern Ireland. Further information and an application pack is available here: clarendonexecutive.com/careers

Final call to provide your views on the School Uniform Policy Consultation. There is less than a week remaining in the consultation period, which runs until 27 September 2024. Information about the consultation is available here - education-ni.gov.uk/consultations/…

It is the final day to provide your views on the School Uniform Policy Consultation. Information about the consultation is available here - education-ni.gov.uk/consultations/… The consultation period closes today, Friday 27 September at 17:00.

Last few days remaining to apply to the public appointment competition for the position of Chairperson to the Board of the Education Authority. Closing date for receipt of applications is 3 October 2024 at 4pm. More info - education-ni.gov.uk/news/chairpers… Education Authority

Thanks to Principal, Bernadette Lyttle Blessed Trinity College for hosting the annual EDLG meeting & for sharing her successful approach to managing attendance. A great opportunity to share & learn from colleagues Education Scotland Department for Education Welsh Government Economy NI

Please support the Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland #AsthmaAtSchool campaign. Schools can download and display a free poster, which includes vital health advice on what to do if a child has an asthma attack and when to call 999: bit.ly/3LRHN5r