This report reports the main results of analyses of the likely impact of the introduction of ?Foundation? levels in the Junior Certificate examination in 1992 on school leavers? educational achievements and employment chances one year after they had completed their second level education. By...

The book describes the results of a study carried out by Damian Hannan, Research Professor (ESRI, now retired), Selina McCoy, Research Officer (ESRI), and Audrey Doyle (former Research Assistant, ESRI). This study was funded by the Department of Education and Science. The study looked at the...

Second-level education has a crucial role to play in Ireland's long-term economic prosperity, as well as being intrinsically valuable, allowing young people to develop intellectually, socially and personally. Much of the debate internationally has focused on how countries compare against...

Inequalities in educational outcomes over time are described. Patterns of educational expenditure are outlined, highlighting differences between and within the primary, secondary and tertiary sectors. Recent policy developments are explored which involve targeting spending on "disadvantaged"...