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The IEF supports the growth and development of Integrated Education in Northern Ireland.
www.ief.org.uk
The IEF would like to invite tenders for the carrying out of research which will explore, analyse, draw conclusions and make recommendations regarding parental choice and preference in relation to education in Northern Ireland.
Deadline: 2 March. For more info see...
www.ief.org.uk/2026/02/11/i...
February 11, 2026 at 12:11 PM
This week’s Research Roundup focuses on Ulster University's ‘Future Schools’ Project. The ‘Future Schools’ Project aims to support school communities who wish to explore sustainable solutions to primary and post-primary school provision in their area.
February 10, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Fantastic sessions at the Transformational Spaces Primary Conference with Autism NI , PlayBoard NI and NI Council for Integrated Education!
February 4, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Huge thank you to Mr Mc - On Track With Mr Mc - for his session on outdoor play and learning, along with creative ways to transform outdoor spaces in schools, at our Transformational Spaces Primary Conference.
February 4, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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Becca and Susan are attending the @iefni.bsky.social conference today - 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴: 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 - sharing their insights on supporting children's positive mental health through play.
Delighted to be here at #OxfordIsland today for the Transformational Spaces Primary Conference today!
We have stands from NI Council for Integrated Education , Northern Ireland Forest School Association, Autism NI, PlayBoard NI.
February 4, 2026 at 10:47 AM
Delighted to be here at #OxfordIsland today for the Transformational Spaces Primary Conference today!
We have stands from NI Council for Integrated Education , Northern Ireland Forest School Association, Autism NI, PlayBoard NI.
February 4, 2026 at 10:13 AM
“I was lucky enough to attend an Integrated school. It has, without a doubt, shaped the person I am today not only in terms of my friendships across cultural backgrounds, but also in terms of how I prioritise listening, curiosity and openness in my professional life...
January 29, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Integration Works 2026
Thursday 5 March, 10am - 3pm at the Crumlin Road Gaol
We invite you to this free informal and exploratory event, designed for schools wishing to learn more about Integrated Education and the Transformation process.
Click the link for more info
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January 29, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Reminder!
Tickets now available for Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference on 4 February. Click the link below to reserve your free space:
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
January 22, 2026 at 1:42 PM
This week’s Research Roundup focuses on ARK_info Report on Research Methods for Assessing Demand for Integrated Education in Northern Ireland.

Head to our website to learn more:
www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...
January 21, 2026 at 2:31 PM
The IEF invites tenders for 2 research projects: Financial Modelling & Analysis of Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI and Exploring Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI. Deadline: 4pm Mon 26 January.
Head to our website for full information:
www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...
January 20, 2026 at 10:55 AM
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We're looking forward to joining @iefni.bsky.social on 4 February at their 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴: 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 conference.

Roberta and Susan will be sharing their expertise on building positive mental health through play.

Tickets still available! 👇
Following on from our successful Nursery Conference, pictured below, the IEF are delighted to be hosting 'Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference' on Wednesday 4 February at Oxford Island, 9:30am - 3pm.
January 16, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Head to the IEF website to see more information on a tender opportunity, for the provision of a Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) System, which has been revised with additional information.

Deadline extended to 12 noon on Monday 2 February.

www.ief.org.uk/2026/01/13/i...
January 19, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Following on from our successful Nursery Conference, pictured below, the IEF are delighted to be hosting 'Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference' on Wednesday 4 February at Oxford Island, 9:30am - 3pm.
January 15, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Invitation to tender: CRM System
IEF invites tenders for the provision of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) System to support fundraising, donor stewardship, event management, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Deadline: 26 January 2026
For full details see: www.ief.org.uk/2026/01/13/i...
January 13, 2026 at 2:42 PM
This week’s Research Roundup focuses on the 2025 Queen's University research ‘The Strengths and Weaknesses of the Integrated Education Transformation Process’.
This research aims to unpack schools’ experiences of the Integrated Education Transformation process..
ief.org.uk/our-work/res...
January 13, 2026 at 11:24 AM
Lord Dubs welcomed guests to the House of Lords on 20 November to celebrate the crucial role played by the IEF in Northern Ireland. Photos are available in this month's Ulster Tatler, so don't forget to pick up your copy!
Read more about this special event here: www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/25/i...
January 8, 2026 at 2:40 PM
The IEF invites tenders for 2 research projects: Financial Modelling & Analysis of Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI and Exploring Potential Cross-Sector School Solutions in NI. Deadline: Mon 26 January 2026.
See here for full details:
www.ief.org.uk/our-work/res...
January 5, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Tickets now available for Transformational Spaces: Primary Teachers and Leaders Conference on 4 February. Click the link below to reserve your free space:
forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
January 5, 2026 at 2:26 PM
December 22, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Have you ever wondered what becoming Integrated would mean for your school, but aren’t sure where to start? We can help, we can provide Transformation grants to help schools learn more about Integrated education.
See our website for more information:
www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...
December 10, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Your support, their future.
We are so thankful for all our supporters this #ThankfulThursday!
Listen to Anthony share why he choose to become a 'Friend of the Integrated Education Fund.'
Click here to set up your regular donation:
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December 4, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Transformational Spaces; Primary Teachers & Leader’s Conference, taking place on Wednesday 04 February 2026 at Oxford Island.
For more information & to book your free space see:
www.ief.org.uk/support-us/e...
December 2, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Reminder for all Integrated Colleges! 🚨

The Carson Bursaries fund arts related projects by post-primary pupils.

The Carson Bursary application forms need to be completed and submitted to the IEF by 3pm on 5 December 2025.

See here for more information: www.ief.org.uk/our-work/gra...
December 1, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Huge thank you to everyone who attended the annual House of Lords Celebration. Lord Dubs welcomed guests to the House of Lords to celebrate the crucial role played by the IEF.
Read more:
www.ief.org.uk/2025/11/25/i...
November 28, 2025 at 5:51 PM