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.

We help with all aspects of your child's journey through education from admission to pre-school, getting transport to school, changing schools, to moving through primary and post-primary.

We are also here to help with newcomer issues, special educational needs and provide support whenever you or your child needs it.

  • What we do

    Information on what we do.

  • How we do it

    The EA's Interim Strategic Plan 2017-2027 reflects our Vision, Mission, Values and Strategic Priorities.

  • Corporate Information

    Find out more about how we are organised, our structures and our finances.

  • Education Authority Board

    Information on the Education Authority Board, Committees and meeting schedule. 

  • Policies

    Policies and Procedures for delivering our services and responsibilities can be accessed below.

  • Freedom of Information

    Under the Freedom of Information Act you have a right to request any recorded information held by a public authority.

  • Privacy and Data Protection

    Information on how we process your personal data in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

    Information on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, the Disability Employment Support Service, fair employment, equal opportunities monitoring, statutory reporting, stakeholder engagement, rural needs, and advice and guidance on anti-discrimination.

  • Collaborations & Partnerships

    The Education Authority works with and alongside a range of organisations.

Last updated: 03/06/2026
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