We believe that every family in Ireland should have real school choice and that every child should have the option to attend an Educate Together school if they wish.

Right now, that choice simply doesn’t exist for most families.

A turning point for education in Ireland

In April 2026, the Department of Education & Youth released the results of a national survey on school patronage and the message from parents is clear:

40% of parents with children in religious-run schools would prefer a multi-denominational primary school

Yet over 95% of primary schools remain under religious patronage

This gap is stark and it shows that Ireland’s school system is out of step with the needs of today’s families.

For the first time, there is a real opportunity to change that.

What happens next

The Government is now moving into the next phase of school reconfiguration, where:

Educate Together is ready to support schools, parents and communities through this process but we need the resources to do it.

Why your support matters now

This is a critical window for change.

With the right support:

Without it, momentum could be lost and families will continue to have limited options.

What is an Educate Together school?

Educate Together schools are:

A proven model that works

Change is already happening.

In 2024, St. Mary’s Primary School successfully transferred to Educate Together patronage, becoming Paradise Place Educate Together National School a landmark moment for Irish education.

This shows what’s possible when communities are supported through the transition.

Help us make this happen across Ireland

Your donation will help us:

Every contribution, big or small, helps bring us closer to a more inclusive education system.

Please donate today and share this campaign

Progess so far

Thanks to your support, we’ve already raised €1,911 from 44 donations - a fantastic start towards our goal.

Thank you

Together, we can ensure that every child in Ireland has access to an inclusive, equality-based education.