Together, we shape the learning experiences that shape futures.

 

Dear Principal/Teacher/SNA,

 

Included below is a summary of all CPD events for the upcoming week beginning 19th January 2026 aswell as some other highlights for the rest of January 2026 and beyond.

You can also review all of these Teacher Professional Learning events in either the Primary or Post Primary courses section of the centre website. https://www.cesc.ie/

 

Here is a summary of some other CPD events/initiatives you may be interested in: 

• NCSE Events - Details of any upcoming NCSE Teacher Professional Training can be found here. To register for any of this training please click here.
• Oide Events - Details of any upcoming Oide Teacher Professional Training and how to register can be found here.

 

🌐 ITEN.ie – Supporting Teacher Learning All Year Round

ITEN.ie, our asynchronous CPD platform, has now been empowering educators for over a year. It offers practical, expert‑led courses you can dip into anytime and revisit as needed. Each module focuses on real‑world strategies that make an immediate difference in the classroom. Feedback from Cork schools continues to highlight how valuable it is for both new and experienced staff to access meaningful, flexible professional learning in one place.

 

2026 National Conversation on Education - This survey is part of Ireland’s conversation about the future of our education system.

 

Action Plan for Irish in English-Medium Schools - The DEY has publish this Action Plan for Irish in English-Medium Schools to support the teaching and learning of Irish in primary and post-primary schools that teach through English. The action plan will be implemented within a two-year period, 2025 to 2027.

 

As your local Director, I want to take this moment in mid‑January to acknowledge the incredible dedication shown across our Cork catchment entire school community—teachers who continue to inspire learning, school leaders who guide with vision and steadiness, SNAs who provide essential support with compassion, and every member of staff who contributes to creating safe, vibrant, and inclusive learning environments. Your commitment shapes the daily experiences of children and young people, and it strengthens the fabric of our Irish education system in ways that matter deeply. Thank you for the work you do, the care you give, and the professionalism you bring to every day. I look forward to supporting you throughout the year ahead.

 

With warm regards,

Edmond Hussey

Director

Cork Education Support Centre