Independent Review of Education – interim report released

The Controlled Schools’ Support Council (CSSC) contributed to the report in a written submission and participated in evidence sessions with the panel as the advocacy body representing 49% of schools in Northern Ireland. CSSC will continue to support controlled schools as the review unfolds.

The Panel’s work represents a fundamental review of the Northern Ireland education system with a focus on quality, equity and sustainability of the system.

In September 2021 Minister of Education Michelle McIlveen MLA appointed the following to undertake the review:

Dr Keir Bloomer (Chairperson)

Sir Gerry Loughran (Vice-Chairperson)

Marie Lindsay

Robin McLoughlin OBE

Isabel Nisbet

Further information and key documents can be accessed via Independent Review of Education website.

12 October 2022