Irish Education System

Education in Ireland

Education is compulsory for children in Ireland from the ages of six to sixteen or until students have completed three years of second-level education.

The Irish education system is made up of:

• Early Childhood
• Primary
• Post Primary
• Further Education and Training
• Higher Education
• Qualifications Recognition
• Educational provision for students with special educational needs
• Provision for disadvantaged students

State-funded education is available at all levels, unless you choose to send your child to a private institution.