Feeder Schools

Why some institutions’ progression rates are over-reported while others’ are under-reported

Class gap in third level participation persists despite increase, especially in Dublin area

Feeder schools data is just one of many sources of information that can be used to assess schools

Feeder schools data shows how Ireland’s children progress after completing second-level education

Seven of 10 schools with highest progression rate are non-fee paying, feeder-school data shows

Data on how many students from each school progress to third-level colleges is compiled from two primary sources

It is important to understand the component parts: there are two key numbers associated with each school listed.

Feeder schools: We sought perspectives from two experts to present arguments both in favour of and against the use of school tables. In this article, school principal Lesley Byrne argues against

Feeder Schools: What factors should you consider before deciding on a school for your child?

Feeder Schools: We sought perspectives from two experts to present arguments both in favour of and against the use of school tables. In this article, Peter McGuire argues in their favour

Tables highlighting the data collated in Feeder Schools 2022

Tables provide only a partial picture about the academic aspect of a school

More students from Deis schools secured places on high-points courses than from fee-paying schools but disparity remains

Overall proportion of students from disadvantaged schools who secured a college place has fallen

School-leavers from fee-charging sector and affluent areas dominate high points university courses

College data accounts for current and previous students who register in the same year

Data shows the rate of progression from secondary schools to third-level education

All incoming first-year students are included, no matter what year they sat the Leaving Cert

Irish Times feeder school tables to a large extent reflect existing and in-built social inequalities

There are seven counties with no Irish-medium post-primary school provision at all

It is widely understood that high grades contribute to the points race

Whole School Evaluation reports can help parents make a decision when it comes to choosing a school

More students from Deis schools secured places on high-points courses than from fee-paying schools but disparity remains

Ironing out statistical quirks in the school league tables

It is important to understand the component parts: there are two key numbers associated with each school listed

Lists normally includes all schools where 11 or more pupils sat the Leaving Cert exam

Students who attended a Further Education (FE) college are progressing on to further education

This choice can be a significant source of stress and anxiety for parents and guardians.

A secondary school education is not defined by academic performance alone

Our education system is facilitating the aspirations of very many but within the published progression data are major challenges

Gaelcholáistí overrepresented in the Feeder School listings across almost all rankings

Lists should be considered alongside whole-school evaluations and subject inspection reports

Educational inequality: ‘Feeder Schools’ data shows the extent of two-tier schools system

Schools with dramatically falling numbers can have grossly inflated progression rates

Why do some schools send more students on to third-level institutions than others?

Further education expanding to offer apprenticeship and traineeship programmes in finance and IT

School figures also account for all students who sat the Leaving Cert in previous years

School profile: St Eunan’s College, Co Donegal

Schools are finding it increasingly difficult to recruit teachers. We look at the challenges facing the profession

Third-level progression rates are just one part of the puzzle for parents when selecting a secondary school for their child