In 2024, ten schools in Ireland transitioned from single-sex to co-educational status, reflecting a broader trend driven by parental demand for mixed schooling environments. Locations included Cork, Dublin, Donegal, and Sligo. The shift highlights a desire for diverse subject offerings…

A new study from the UCD School of Education reveals that children in co-educational schools have more friends than those in single-sex schools. The report indicates that girls in all-girls’ schools have fewer friends and less empowerment, while friendships among…