Last Change:

09/11/2024

Education (Admission to Schools) Act 2018

Year: 2018

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Education

Description

The Education (Admission to Schools) Act 2018 regulates the admission processes for schools in Ireland. The Act prohibits discrimination in school admissions based on gender, religion, or special educational needs, and requires schools to publish admission policies. It also allows for greater involvement of the Minister for Education in addressing overcrowding and ensures the prioritization of local children in cases of limited spaces.