Attendance has seen a 6% rise in five years.
The rate of attendance at private schools is at an all time high.
Figures from the Department of Education show almost 27,200 students were enrolled in private secondary schools in the 2022/23 academic year.
The Irish Times reports that's an increase of 1,500 or 6% in the past five years.
Westmeath Matchmaker Signals January As Best Time To Find Love
Mullingar's Mairead Loughman says the new year brings a surge of motivation for people to find love.
Maura Higgins To Make US Traitors Debut This Evening
The former Love Island star is stepping into the world of the popular series.
2026 Tullamore Tradfest To Take Place In March
Over 50 events will be held over the weekend of March 27th-29th.
The True Origins Of Nollaig na mBan In Ireland
Nollaig na mBan is being celebrated today.
Rose Of Tralee Makes Blossoming Start To Dancing With The Stars
The duo achieved the top score on the competition’s opening night.
Offaly Acts Set To Feature As New Year's Festival Celebrations Kick Off
Mundy and Chasing Abbey are lined up to play on the third day of the New Year's Festival.
Rían, Jack, Emily And Grace Top Midlands 2025 Baby Names List
Nationally, Sophie and Jack are top of the list for baby names.
Wellness Soul Circle Coming To The Midlands
Further events are planned in Meath, Longford, and Dublin.
Retired Laois Met Eireann Forecaster Releases Book
"They Say It Might Rain " is co-written by Clonaslee woman Evelyn Cusack and Seamus Walsh.
Electric Picnic Highlights Set For Our TV Screens
TG4 is airing the best bits from the 2025 edition in Stradbally.
Laois Music Author Pays Tribute to Chris Rea
The Driving Home for Christmas singer passed away yesterday at the age of 74.
Offaly Woman Abroad Reflects On Australian Christmas Experience
Clonad's Keira Meacle is spending her third Christmas in Perth.
Westmeath Sports Clubs Do 12 Laps of Christmas
The event kicks of tonight.
Look back on Forest Fest 2024
Moments captured from Forest Fest 2024
