Revised guidance on schools transforming to integrated status published
The Department of Education has today (Wednesday, February 25) published revised guidance on the transformation process for schools to move to integrated status.
The new Transforming Together guidance explains clearly how schools must comply with the statutory definition of integrated education by demonstrating that they will educate together pupils of different cultures and religious beliefs and of none, including reasonable numbers of both Protestant and Catholic children, as well as pupils from different socio‑economic backgrounds and abilities.
Speaking during a visit to Hazelwood Integrated College, Education Minister Paul Givan said: “Integrated Education is a key element of a sustainable and high-quality education system in Northern Ireland.
“The guidance published today reflects significant developments in recent years, including the commencement of the Integrated Education Act 2022. Transforming Together outlines the principles that underpin the statutory definition of integrated education and sets out the key stages of the transformation pathway, which offers an established and structured route to becoming an integrated school.”
The Transforming Together guidance is available on the DE website at https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/publications/transforming-together-understanding-pathway-integrated-education
“I am confident that Transforming Together will assist and support informed decision making throughout the process for schools that wish to explore transformation. A wide range of advice and support will continue to be available from my Department and from our education partners,” the Minister added.