Operam Education Group acquires Choice Teachers in ninth deal to advance UK recruitment expansion
UK education recruitment specialist Operam Education Group has completed its ninth acquisition with the purchase of Choice Teachers and its Bespoke Education brand. The deal takes the group's revenues beyond £50m and strengthens its presence across the North West and southern England.
Eblana Learning develops primary school AI curriculum following positive Trinity College Dublin review
Dublin-based edtech company Eblana Learning has developed an AI curriculum for primary and secondary schools, independently reviewed by Trinity College Dublin's Learnovate Centre. The programme introduces AI concepts to children as young as five through play-based and ethical learning frameworks.
Trinity College Dublin and Microsoft Ireland report widening AI skills gap between Irish SMEs and large firms
Trinity College Dublin and Microsoft Ireland have published research revealing a widening AI maturity gap between Irish SMEs and large organisations. The AI Economy Ireland 2026 report finds SMEs are more than twice as likely to have no formal AI training in place.
Education Awards 2026 highlights video released following Johnstown Estate gala
The Education Awards 2026 highlights video is now available, capturing the ceremony and celebrations from the 16th April gala at the Johnstown Estate. The footage brings to life a landmark evening for Ireland's education community, featuring recognition ceremonies, award presentations, and networking moments from across the sector.
The Workforce Engine Already Running: Why Irish Employers Must Engage the FET Sector Now
Ireland’s FET sector delivered a record 400,000 learner places in 2024, with a new five-year strategy targeting 500,000 by 2026. Irish employers that engage proactively with Skills to Advance, eCollege, and the incoming FET Strategy will convert a subsidised national resource into a structural workforce advantage.
Building the Future: How Ireland's Largest-Ever School Capital Programme Creates Commercial Opportunity
Ireland’s Department of Education has committed €7.55 billion in school capital investment for 2026 to 2030. Construction firms, fitout contractors, facilities managers, and technology suppliers that position themselves now will capture disproportionate share of a structurally guaranteed pipeline.
Flúirse wins Best Online Learning Experience at the Education Awards 2026
Flúirse bagged the Best Online Learning Experience award at the Education Awards 2026, commended for a proven, scalable online CPD programme that has served Irish primary school teachers for 19 years, integrating UDL principles, AI-supported development, and moderated engagement to deliver consistent results at national scale. The win sets a strong benchmark for online learning providers across Ireland, demonstrating the standard of pedagogical rigour, operational consistency, and measurable learner impact that future entrants in the category will be expected to match.
CodePath and Anthropic launch Knowledge Network to share real-time AI education research findings
US nonprofit CodePath and AI safety company Anthropic have launched a Knowledge Network to share real-time research on AI's impact on student outcomes. The initiative centres on a 15-month observational study across thousands of students at more than 1,000 colleges.
Microsoft commits A$25 billion to Australia with pledge to train three million workers in AI skills by 2028
US technology company Microsoft has committed A$25 billion (€14.6bn) to expand AI infrastructure and workforce skills training in Australia. The investment includes a commitment to train three million Australians with AI skills by 2028.
Quantum Mortgages launches Business Development Academy with Northern Ireland coverage in first cohort
UK specialist lender Quantum Mortgages has launched a Business Development Academy to develop internal talent into sales roles. The programme has already promoted two employees to hybrid business development positions covering England and Northern Ireland.
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