Helen McEntee TD

I want us to have a nationwide conversation around education. I am establishing a National Convention on Education & want to hear from students, teachers, school staff, the public, and other stakeholders about what they want to see our eduction system look like into the future.

Fine Gael is committed to improving services for children with disabilities and additional educational needs. That’s why, starting this September, 45 special schools will offer education therapy services for those who need it most. No child should be left behind.

Fine Gael wants to build a better Ireland. Today, we have announced a once-in-a-generation plan to transform our country.

Fine Gael is committed to making it easier for parents to get a school place for their child. That’s why today, we’re launching a pilot programme for common applications.

Great to be in the Oireachtas Committee on Education and Youth today where I took questions from colleagues on issues from special education, school transport, my plans to tackle educational disadvantage and more. Lots to work on and I’ll be updating the Committee again soon

Minister McEntee issues new guidance on mobile phone use in schools, supported by €9m funding 👉 gov.ie/en/department-…

Fine Gael wants schools to be phone-free environments. That’s why we’re banning phones in primary schools and restricting them in secondary schools.

I have announced new measures to support forward planning for special education provision for the 2026/2027 school year and beyond. @Education_Ire

Fine Gael will always back education. That’s why we’re investing in our schools with funding for ICT and Minor Works, ensuring every child can reach their full potential.

It’s always an honour to represent Ireland abroad. Today I’m in Brussels for my first meeting of the Education and Youth Council. Lots to work on as we move towards Ireland taking over the EU Council Presidency in June 2026! 🇮🇪🇪🇺