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Teachers deflated by Budget 2026 – funding uplift overshadowed by wider failures

08/10/2025

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) joined an online briefing on the Department of Education and Youth’s budget for 2026 this afternoon.

Membership portal to undergo essential maintenance today

08/10/2025

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation will be carrying out essential maintenance on its ROI and NI member portals on Wednesday, 8 October from 5pm.

Budget 2026 boosts school funding but overcrowding continues  

07/10/2025

The INTO’s pre-budget campaign mobilised over 35,000 emails to TDs and Senators and secured meetings with more than 130 Oireachtas members. Today’s announcements show government has heard our calls for a much-needed increase in the main source of funding for primary and special education, announcing an increase of €50 in the primary and special school capitation rates, from €224 to €274.

Last chance for schools to retain or gain teachers in 2025

03/10/2025

After two years of the Government’s failure to amend the staffing schedule, the number of primary schools losing mainstream teaching posts has reached critical levels.

Look back at Principals’ and Deputy Principals’ Conference 2025

02/10/2025

The 2025 INTO Principals’ and Deputy Principals’ Conference brought together around 320 delegates and guests in Galway last weekend.

We are Hiring – Communications Team (Official Grade)

01/10/2025

The INTO is recruiting an Official to join our Communications Team. This role will have a strong focus on digital media, leading the creation and delivery of engaging online content across web, social and email platforms.

INTO calls for emergency action on NCSE’s SNA Review Guidelines

25/09/2025

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation is today calling for an immediate redrafting of the SNA Review Guidelines issued by the NCSE, and demands an emergency meeting with the body.

Just 1 day left to apply for INTO Bursary Scheme

25/09/2025

The INTO Bursary Scheme for members is currently open for applications. Up to six bursaries will be awarded with awards of €3,000 for Doctorate Level and €1,500 for Masters Level/Other.

Overcrowding and under-funding threaten new curriculum rollout

22/09/2025

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) welcomes the publication of the new primary curriculum, recognising its relevance to today’s educational needs.