LATEST | Most parents of children in denominational schools want to keep existing ethos but more want co-educationA total of 3,200 primary schools across Ireland took part in the special survey last yearMinister says decisions on future ethos, language and co-education status will be taken locallyEducation Minister Hildegarde Naughton says the message from Irish parents was “very clear”. Photo: Frank McGrathRalph Riegel Today at 13:05A majority of Irish parents want schools to maintain their denominational ethos.

Source: Irish Independent April 07, 2026 14:13 UTC