Severe staffing shortages to result in schools sharing teachers
The ASTI has described the shortage of staff at second-level as “critical”. From September onwards, Irish secondary schools are set to share teachers across a number of high-demand subjects, due to severe staffing shortages. With unfilled vacancies in almost half of the state’s secondary schools, a Red C poll conducted this week highlighted that as […]
3 years ago
Primary school children in Ireland to be offered in-school counselling
“Students have met many challenges.” Irish children at primary school level are set to be offered in-school counselling. Both parents and teachers have expressed concerns about the rising levels of anxiety among school children, especially those in primary school. To combat the rise in children suffering from anxiety, the Department of Education plans on introducing […]
3 years ago