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Parents Invited To Take Part In Major Survey On Primary Education’s Future

Tuesday, 4 November 2025 14:08

By Martin Osborne - Head Of News. Got a story? Email news@kfmradio.com

95 per cent of the country’s almost 3,100 primary schools fall under the patronage of religious bodies, according to figures from Education & Training Boards Ireland.

A survey about the future of primary school education has been launched.

It is the largest of its kind, and will be open until the 16th of December for the parents of children ranging from newborns to 12-year-olds.

95 per cent of the country’s almost 3,100 primary schools fall under the patronage of religious bodies, according to figures from Education & Training Boards Ireland.

Director of Schools at ETBI, Dr Seamus Conboy explains what parents will be asked by the Department of Education.

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