Gaelcholáistí named in Sunday Times’ Parent Power survey
June 4, 2013
GAELSCOILEANNA TEO. would like to congratulate the Gaelcholáistí named in the Sunday Times’ Parent Power survey published on June 2nd for their high progression rates to third-level education. 6 Irish-medium schools were named among the top 20 schools in the country, a significant result considering that just 4.9% of post-primary schools in the Republic of Ireland (outside Gaeltacht areas) are Irish-medium schools or have Irish-medium units. This result is testament to the excellent standard of Irish-medium education as well as the commitment and dedication of students, teachers and parents. Long may it continue! This survey shows that the investment made by the Department of Education and Skills in Irish-medium schools is very worthwhile and it supports the continuous applications made by GAELSCOILEANNA TEO. to the Department to increase provision, particularly at post-primary level, so that more students might benefit from an Irish-medium education.
GAELSCOILEANNA TEO. wishes all students sitting the Junior and Leaving Certificate in the coming weeks the very best of luck.
