Low Uptake in Northern Ireland on Responses to Whether Social Media Should be Banned for Under-16s
Any decision made at Westminster to introduce a social media ban for under-16s would also be implemented in Northern Ireland, according to UK online safety minister Kanishka Narayan. The UK […]
Navigating the Worry-Whirlwind: Supporting Our Little Ones Through Anxiety
As parents and carers, we’ve all been there: the Sunday night tummy ache, the sudden clinginess at the school gate, or the repetitive questions about a birthday party that hasn’t […]
Mums Take Lead as Household “Chief Financial Officers”, Study Finds
New research has highlighted the scale of financial responsibility carried by mothers in UK households, with many effectively acting as the family’s “chief financial officer”. The study by Park Christmas […]
Education Minister Launches Consultation on New Strategy for Teacher Professional Learning
Education Minister Paul Givan has launched a public consultation on a new strategy which proposes a step change in how teachers are supported to develop and improve throughout their careers. […]
Are We Over-Parenting Our Kids?
By Katrina Mallon of Destined For Greatness NI – With over 20 years’ experience in EANI’s Behaviour Support Service and a background in leading EOTAS Primary Provision, Katrina is passionate […]
Coffee and Catch-Up with Rachel Duffy
Life has changed quickly for mum-of-three Rachel Duffy, who has gone from everyday school runs to becoming one of the most talked-about winners of The Traitors. Navigating the psychological chaos […]
Pre-School Inclusion Fund is Delivering Targeted Support for Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Education Minister Paul Givan has seen first-hand how the Pre-School Inclusion Fund (PSIF) is enhancing support for children with special educational needs (SEN), during a visit to Holywood Nursery School. […]
Education Minister Publishes Major New Policy Framework for Assessment in Schools
Education Minister, Paul Givan today published a new policy framework for statutory assessment in primary schools and at Key Stage 3. For the first time, Northern Ireland will have a […]
NI Becomes the First Region to Provide Paid Leave to Parents Affected By Miscarriage
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has confirmed that new miscarriage leave and pay entitlements will come into effect from 6 April 2026. The new Regulations build on the Parental Bereavement […]
Easter Holidays: Health and Social Care services
With the Easter holidays approaching, the public are being reminded of the different health and social care services available in Northern Ireland, and how to access them. Over the holidays, […]
Education Minister welcomes NIAO report on the quality of education in Northern Ireland
Education Minister, Paul Givan today welcomed the publication of the Northern Ireland Audit Office’s report Assessing the Quality of Education in Northern Ireland, describing it as an important and constructive contribution […]
Decision to close down summer schools for children with special educational needs “highly regrettable”
Department of Health, Permanent Secretary, Mike Farrar has criticised the Education Authority’s decision to close down summer schools for children with special educational needs and that every effort will be […]
