The Education Minister is 'absolutely determined' to 'close the gap' between Deis and non-Deis schools in new Deis plus plan, she said.
The Education Minister is"absolutely determined" to"close the gap" between Deis and non-Deis schools in new Deis plus plan, she said.
The Department’s new plan focuses on improving opportunities and achievement levels of children at risk of educational disadvantage, meanwhile working towards a more flexible system of supports for schools.The Hard Shoulder “So, since being appointed to the Department of Education, I have said very clearly that I wanted to do more for young people who come from areas of disadvantage, particularly in school.
“So, children might need psychological supports, they might need better focus on their well-being, what's happening outside of school, as well as making sure we have reduced class sizes, increased investment and other innovative ways to help young people who might be struggling,” she said.
“But there's more we need to do - there's still a gap there, and part of the plan as well is to make sure that we have greater connections between our post primary schools in particular and a person moving on to further and higher education or work.
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