• Admissions

    APPLY NOW via the Citizen Portal for a pre-school / primary school place in the school year 2021/2022.

    To search for pre-school or primary school admissions criteria, or for further information on how to apply, please visit the ADMISSIONS page.

    If you require assistance on uploading documents see our guide and information videos.  

  • Job Opportunities

    Find out more info and Search all current job vacancies

  • Home to school transport

    The Education Authority has a statutory responsibility for the provision of transport assistance to facilitate attendance at a grant-aided school of pupils for whom fees are not paid and who are resident in Northern Ireland. This guide aims to help you navigate the transport application process.

     

  • Special Educational Needs (SEN)

    Information and guidance for parents, carers and schools to support improved outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs.

  • In an Emergency - School Information

    Important information and contact details for schools when dealing with an emergency, a critical incident, and or adverse / severe weather related scenario.

  • School Management

    A dedicated resource hub providing information, guidance and support for principals, governors and teachers.

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About Us

EA is responsible for ensuring that efficient and effective primary and secondary education services are available to meet the needs of children and young people, and support for the provision of efficient and effective youth services.

Highlights on EA

  • Photo of Mr Barry Mulholland

    New Chairperson appointed to the Board of the Education Authority

    Tuesday, 5th January 2020

    Mr Barry Mulholland has today taken up post of Chairperson to the Board of the Education Authority (EA) following a successful public appointments competition. 

  • catering winners photographs

    Catering wins top excellence award

    Congratulations to our Catering service who were winners at the recent APSE awards. The Association for Public Service Excellence Awards highlights excellence in the delivery of frontline services to local communities.

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    The Supporting Learning website for teachers has launched

    Wednesday, 9th December 2020

    This website was created to support teachers through the 2020-2021 academic year and beyond. It aims to promote the reflective practice of the Teacher Professional Learning strategy, supporting teachers to be learning leaders.