News

17 April 2026

The Education Authority can confirm that C2k services across schools have now been largely restored following a recent cyber attack.

16 April 2026

Richmond Primary School, St Malachy’s Primary School, Glencull, and St Mary’s Primary School, Ballygawley recently came together for an exciting Shared Education programme, offering pupils a day of creativity, physical activity and collaboration.

16 April 2026

Carrick Primary School  and St Francis Primary School, Lurgan came together this week to host a joint parents’ assembly, showcasing the creative work produced by pupils as part of their PEACEPLUS ASPIRE Shared Education programme.

15 April 2026

The ongoing investigation into the recent cyber incident has now confirmed that there was a targeted attack on a small number of schools which is believed to have compromised some personal data.

14 April 2026

Newry, Mourne and Down has no shortage of young people making a real difference and last month, over 100 guests gathered at Killeavy Castle to celebrate their many achievements.

14 April 2026

A keynote conference will be held this week as part of the consultation on improving classroom support for children with special educational needs.

13 April 2026

The Education Authority is aware of potential fuel protests at a number of locations in Northern Ireland over the next few days. 

13 April 2026

As expected, our Service Desk is currently experiencing a high volume of calls.  

9 April 2026

Schools across NI are advised to ensure their C2k accounts are reconnected before the start of the new school term.

7 April 2026

More than 300 schools were represented at an Information Webinar today on the steps required for pupils and staff to reestablish their C2k accounts.

6 April 2026

EA will hold an Information Webinar for all Principals on Tuesday morning to set out the steps required for schools to ensure their pupils and staff can safely and securely reestablish their C2k accounts as soon as possible. 

5 April 2026

Latest statement from the Education Authority. 

4 April 2026

Latest statement from the Education Authority.

4 April 2026

Latest statement from the Education Authority.

3 April 2026

Work is continuing to safely restore access to C2K systems following the recent cyber incident.

3 April 2026

See below update from the Education Authority (EA) on the cyber security incident.

3 April 2026

Pupils from Saints & Scholars Integrated Primary School and St Malachy’s Primary School in Armagh have immersed themselves in Viking history through their PEACEPLUS ASPIRE partnership, collaborating in creative drama and music activities that bring the Viking era to life and foster meaningful connections between the two school communities.

3 April 2026

See below statement from the Education Authority (EA) which provides an update on school IT systems issue.

3 April 2026

GCSE History students from eight Shared Education partnerships recently took part in an inspiring and interactive learning programme at the Ulster Museum. 

3 April 2026

Post-Primary pupils from Banbridge Academy, Our Lady’s Grammar School, Newry, and Abbey Christian Brothers’ Grammar School recently came together for a unique event featuring acclaimed academic and commentator Professor Deirdre Heenan.