25th February 2025
INTO Retirement Planning seminars and webinars are delivered by a team of experts and are specifically tailored for primary teachers who are contemplating retirement. We advise members considering retirement to attend a seminar or webinar at least a year prior to their proposed retirement date.
Registration is now open for our Retirement Planning Seminar on 28-29 March in Charleville Park Hotel, Cork. To register, please click here.
Registration begins at 8.30am and the seminar starts at 9.30am and runs until 5pm. On the Saturday morning, the start time is 9.30am and the seminar finishes at 12.40pm. A €50 non-refundable charge includes all teas/coffees throughout the two-day period, full lunch on Friday as well as an evening drinks reception with finger food. A light lunch prior to departure on Saturday is also included. Overnight accommodation is not included. The hotel can be contacted directly regarding accommodation requirements.
Topics covered during the seminar
Our seminar is designed to be informative, enjoyable and engaging. The programme includes topics under the following headings:
- INTO Guide to Pensions
- Introduction to the Retired Teachers’ Association
- Income Tax
- Wills & Inheritance
- Preparing Psychologically for Retirement
- Enjoying a healthy lifestyle
- AVCs and making the most of your investments
Matters to note
Some school computers may not facilitate the entire registration process. Therefore, we advise registration from either a mobile phone, home PC or tablet to ensure registration is completed successfully.
Attendance at our seminars/webinars
As per DE Circular 32/07 Teacher Absences, one-day (only) with substitute cover is provided to attend a retirement planning seminar or webinar. Prior approval of the Board of Management/ETB is necessary. Proof of attendance is required for your Board. Email confirmation for registration is sufficient proof. Please note this is a once-only day’s leave in a teacher’s career.
Find out more about pensions
Read the INTOs Guide to Pensions/Retirement, use the pension calculator and more.
The final Retirement Planning Seminar of the 24/25 year will be held on 9-10 May in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown, Dublin. Registration for this event will open approx. 4 weeks in advance.