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 that if you are considering retirement, that you attend a seminar or webinar at least a year prior to your proposed retirement date.
What is the schedule of Retirement Planning Seminars/Webinars for 2025/26
| Date | Venue | Registration link |
| 10 & 11 October 2025 | Crowne Plaza Hotel, Northwood, Santry, Dublin | Registration link will open here approximately 4 weeks prior to event |
| 14 & 15 November 2025 | Limerick Strand Hotel, Limerick City | Registration link will open here approximately 4 weeks prior to event |
| 6 & 7 February 2026 | Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown, Dublin | Registration link will open here approximately 4 weeks prior to event |
| 17 & 18 April 2026 | Radisson Blu, Rosses Point, Sligo | Registration link will open here approximately 4 weeks prior to event |
| date to be confirmed | Online webinar | Registration link will open here approximately 4 weeks prior to event |
*NOTE – Overnight accommodation is the responsibility of each participant.
Please note some hotels may offer specific rates for INTO members attending the event and wishing to stay overnight. Please contact the hotel directly to discuss further. Please note rates will be available for a limited time only and after such, best available rate will be offered.
Who can attend and what can I expect to find out?
Retirement Planning Seminars/Webinars are open to teachers approaching retirement and are designed to be informative, enjoyable, and engaging. Our seminars/webinars include 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
Any other relevant information?
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.
Registration
There is a non-refundable deposit of €50 payable upon registration for the face-to-face seminars. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis and applications are made online using debit/credit card. Registration will open approximately 4 weeks prior to each event.
Structure and timetable
- 2-day face-to-face seminars
Friday – registration begins at 8.30am and the seminar starts from 9:30am and runs until 5pm.
Saturday – the Seminar begins at 9.30am and finishes at 12.30pm.
There are refreshments upon arrival, coffee breaks and lunch included.
- Online Webinar
The Webinar commences at 9:00am and finishes at 4:00pm.
Details of upcoming seminars/webinars are published in InTouch magazine and published on our social Facebook and Twitter pages on a regular basis.
Retirement Planning Webinar Recording (February 2025)
Updated July 2025
