Ireland
Ireland is an EU member outside Schengen, with English-speaking cities and employer-led employment permits such as Critical Skills as the main skilled route.
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Schools & Education in Ireland for Expat Families
State-funded schools are free for most families; English is the usual language of instruction outside Irish-medium Gaelscoileanna, where Irish is used across the curriculum.
Public vs. International Schools
| Public School | |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee | Free |
| Language | English |
| Curriculum | National curriculum |
Public school enrolment
You apply to a school using their admissions application form, which should be on their website. All primary schools must publish an annual admissions notice and an admissions policy. Compulsory education runs from age 6 to 16, or until three years of post-primary education are completed.
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