5th September 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 10/11 October 2025 – Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry, Dublin.
To register, see 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 with finishes at 12.40pm. A €50 non-refundable charge includes all teas/coffees throughout the two-day period, full lunch on Friday and a light lunch prior to departure on Saturday.
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
- Overnight accommodation is the responsibility of each participant.
- 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. Email confirmation of registration should be provided to your Board/ETB. Please note leave to attend a retirement planning seminar is only available once in your career.
Find out more about pensions
Read the INTO’s guide to pensions, use the pension calculator and more, Pensions & Retirement – Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (into.ie)