Integration Works 2026 5 March, 10am - 3pm at Crumlin Road Gaol This free informal event is designed to provide factual information & feature contributions from Principals of Integrated schools, as well as leaders currently progressing through Transformation forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

The IEF would like to invite tenders for the carrying out of research which will explore, analyse, draw conclusions and make recommendations regarding parental choice and preference in relation to education in Northern Ireland. Deadline: 2 March. For more info see... www.ief.org.uk/2026/02/11/i...

This week’s Research Roundup focuses on Ulster University's ‘Future Schools’ Project. The ‘Future Schools’ Project aims to support school communities who wish to explore sustainable solutions to primary and post-primary school provision in their area.

Fantastic sessions at the Transformational Spaces Primary Conference with Autism NI , PlayBoard NI and NI Council for Integrated Education!

Huge thank you to Mr Mc - On Track With Mr Mc - for his session on outdoor play and learning, along with creative ways to transform outdoor spaces in schools, at our Transformational Spaces Primary Conference.

Becca and Susan are attending the @iefni.bsky.social conference today - 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴: 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 - sharing their insights on supporting children's positive mental health through play.

Delighted to be here at #OxfordIsland today for the Transformational Spaces Primary Conference today! We have stands from NI Council for Integrated Education , Northern Ireland Forest School Association, Autism NI, PlayBoard NI.

“I was lucky enough to attend an Integrated school. It has, without a doubt, shaped the person I am today not only in terms of my friendships across cultural backgrounds, but also in terms of how I prioritise listening, curiosity and openness in my professional life...

Integration Works 2026 Thursday 5 March, 10am - 3pm at the Crumlin Road Gaol We invite you to this free informal and exploratory event, designed for schools wishing to learn more about Integrated Education and the Transformation process. Click the link for more info fb.me/e/6cRqhiiy1

Reminder!

This week’s Research Roundup focuses on ARK_info Report on Research Methods for Assessing Demand for Integrated Education in Northern Ireland. Head to our website to learn more: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...

The IEF invites tenders for 2 research projects: Financial Modelling & Analysis of Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI and Exploring Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI. Deadline: 4pm Mon 26 January. Head to our website for full information: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...

We're looking forward to joining @iefni.bsky.social on 4 February at their 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴: 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 conference. Roberta and Susan will be sharing their expertise on building positive mental health through play. Tickets still available! 👇

Head to the IEF website to see more information on a tender opportunity, for the provision of a Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) System, which has been revised with additional information. Deadline extended to 12 noon on Monday 2 February. www.ief.org.uk/2026/01/13/i...

Following on from our successful Nursery Conference, pictured below, the IEF are delighted to be hosting 'Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference' on Wednesday 4 February at Oxford Island, 9:30am - 3pm.

Invitation to tender: CRM System IEF invites tenders for the provision of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System to support fundraising, donor stewardship, event management, and cross-departmental collaboration. Deadline: 26 January 2026 For full details see: www.ief.org.uk/2026/01/13/i...

This week’s Research Roundup focuses on the 2025 Queen's University research ‘The Strengths and Weaknesses of the Integrated Education Transformation Process’. This research aims to unpack schools’ experiences of the Integrated Education Transformation process.. ief.org.uk/our-work/res...

Lord Dubs welcomed guests to the House of Lords on 20 November to celebrate the crucial role played by the IEF in Northern Ireland. Photos are available in this month's Ulster Tatler, so don't forget to pick up your copy! Read more about this special event here: www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/25/i...

The IEF invites tenders for 2 research projects: Financial Modelling & Analysis of Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI and Exploring Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI. Deadline: Mon 26 January 2026. See here for full details: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...

Tickets now available for Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference on 4 February. Click the link below to reserve your free space: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

Have you ever wondered what becoming Integrated would mean for your school, but aren’t sure where to start? We can help, we can provide Transformation grants to help schools learn more about Integrated education. See our website for more information: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...

Your support, their future. We are so thankful for all our supporters this #ThankfulThursday! Listen to Anthony share why he choose to become a 'Friend of the Integrated Education Fund.' Click here to set up your regular donation: cafdonate.cafonline.org/19034#!/Dona...

Transformational Spaces; Primary Teachers & Leader’s Conference, taking place on Wednesday 04 February 2026 at Oxford Island. For more information & to book your free space see: www.ief.org.uk/support-us/e...

Reminder for all Integrated Colleges! 🚨 The Carson Bursaries fund arts related projects by post-primary pupils. The Carson Bursary application forms need to be completed and submitted to the IEF by 3pm on 5 December 2025. See here for more information: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...

Huge thank you to everyone who attended the annual House of Lords Celebration. Lord Dubs welcomed guests to the House of Lords to celebrate the crucial role played by the IEF. Read more: www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/25/i...

Did you see Bridge Integrated Primary School on ITV News yesterday? The school was talking about how they teach RE, featuring 'Faith and Belief in School’, Guidance for RE, which is available online here www.ief.org.uk/our-work/pub... Watch Bridge IPS online here: www.itv.com/watch/news/n...

Why not go visit your local Integrated school over the next month? Integrated schools will be hosting their Open Days and Nights. Find your local Integrated nursery, primary and post-primary schools here: www.ief.org.uk/integrated-e...

Have you ever wondered what becoming Integrated would mean for your school, but aren’t sure where to start? We can help, the IEF can provide Transformation grants to help schools learn more about Integrated education. Click here to learn more: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...

Massive #ThankfulThursday to Herbert Smith Freehills #Belfast for donating some amazing equipment to Integrated schools across Northern Ireland. Fort Hill IPS in #Lisburn was delighted to recently receive laptops which will support the pupils' studies.

Big #ThankfulThursday to Brian and Sue Dickie, with sister Linda Irwin, for taking time to visit Mill Strand Integrated Primary School and Nursery in #portrush recently. We very much appreciate your generous support for Integrated Education.

Irish News Integrated Education Supplement 2025 out today! Still time to buy your copy.. www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/19/i...

Have you ever wondered what becoming Integrated would mean for your school, but aren't sure where to start? The IEF can help, we can provide Transformation grants to help schools learn more about Integrated Education. Email [email protected] or see: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...

Tara Moyes, a past pupil of Lagan College, recent graduate of Liverpool John Moores University and a multimedia journalist, attended our recent Stand-Up for Integrated Education Comedy Night. #ThankfulThursday to Tara for her fantastic review available online here: www.ief.org.uk/.../10/30/co...

Congratulations to all Integrated schools who won Carson Awards this year. The annual Carson Awards Showcase celebrates the creative talent of Integrated pupils. Read more here: www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/05/c...

The IEF team are delighted to be at the Housing Executive's 'Your Voice, Your Community' conference to chat about the benefits of Integrated Education for local communities and hear from a range of inspiring speakers. #IntegrationWorks

Comics raise over £16,000 for Integrated Education! Massive #thankfulthursday to our comic friends & all those who came to Stand-Up for Integrated Education 2025. Together you raised an incredible £16,000 to help us to support Integrated schools. Photo gallery here www.ief.org.uk/2025/10/30/c...

Huge #thankfulthursday to all those who participated in our Comedy Night raffle on 16 Oct. All monies raised will help us to support the growth & development of Integrated Education.Thank you to Galgorm Resort & Hinch Distillery for donating amazing prizes. Congratulations to the lucky winners!

I had a great time presenting our @ark-ni.bsky.social research on young people's attitudes to environmental goals in Northern Ireland: tinyurl.com/472th54p An inspiring 'Integrated Education: Connecting People, Planet and Peace' @iefni.bsky.social event as part of #GoodRelationsWeek2025 🌳 🌿 🌍🦤🧪🦊

Plans for tomorrow? Start half term with some spooky fun at the 'Integrate My School Family Activity Morning,' including the fabulous Spookarium, at The Imaginarium #Newry! Places are free, but all attendees must register for a ticket, click here to get yours: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/integrate-...

City Hall Lights Up Red as Comics ‘Stand Up’ for Integrated Education! On 16 October some of our most loved comedians performed at Stand-Up for Integrated Education.

The IEF is delighted to be in magnificent Great Hall to launch the Queen's University 'Social Attitudes & Integrated Education’ research report. The public launch will be on 24 November, details to come.

Emer Maguire and a very special comedian guest have now been added to the fanastic line-up for Stand-Up for Integrated Education! Stand-Up for Integrated Education Thursday 16 October Ulster Hall #Belfast £27.50 Tickets selling fast, get yours here: www.ulsterhall.co.uk/what-s-on/st...

Integrated Education: Connecting People, Planet and Peace Tuesday, October 21 10am - 12:30pm Malone House #Belfast How can the inclusive ethos of Integrated Education be used to highlight and address issues related to our environment? www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/integrated...

The IEF would like to invite tenders for the completion of research to explore cross-sector solutions to school provision in Northern Ireland, incl the concept of Jointly Managed Community Schools. Deadline: Weds 15 Oct See our website for more information: www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/24/i...

Three Nurseries Join the Growing Community of Integrated Schools Across Northern Ireland! This September 3 Nursery schools opened their doors as Integrated Nursery schools for the first time: Ballymena NS, Downshire NS in Banbridge and Magherafelt NS... www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/16/t...

The IEF requires the provision of services for media buying. This service will include (but not be limited to) creative media planning, media buying, campaign delivery and reporting. Deadline: Mon 22 Sept For full information please see: www.ief.org.uk/2025/09/08/i...