That's according to the INTO's Laois rep.
Our bloated pupil-teacher ratio is the biggest obstacle to schools re-opening on time.
That is the view of the Laois representative of the Irish National Teachers' Organisation.
The average primary school class size in Ireland is 25 compared, to the EU average of 20, while we also have numerous super-sized classes of over 30 pupils.
Deirdre Fleming - based in Cullohill, Co. Laois - says it's important to learn from other countries in this regard:
Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €458K In Various Operations
Seizures took place in the Midlands and other counties.
Niall Horan Teases Irish Tour Dates
The Mullingar singer has teased a new tour announcement for his upcoming album.
Midlands Meteorologist Explains Rise In Earth's Climate
A new climate report is showing the past 11 years were the hottest on record.
Westmeath Entrepreneur Goes Global With 'The Raw Network'
The platform is powered by tech and AI to reshape the music industry.
BnM Granted Approval For 100m Offaly Wind Monitoring Mast
The mast is stationed in Cloneyhurke's Garryhinch Bog.
Longford Westmeath TD Criticises 'Hands-Off' Government
Sorca Clarke says Governments response needs to be as serious as the problem.
Evictions In Ireland Expected To Surge
A Laois auctioneer says housing costs will continue to climb.
Westmeath Man Avoids Jail For Dublin City Punch-Up
Another man has been prosecuted separately in relation to the incident.
Midlands Man Uses Survival Skills To Rescue Missing Teenagers
Robert Wallace from Westshore Survival in Athlone assisted a Gardai search on Saturday.
Midlands Ireland Conference Celebrates Regional Transformation
It empowers Local Entrepreneurs.
Westmeath Man Calls for Support In Fundraiser After MND Diagnosis
The 'Drink Tea for MND' campaign is taking place across communities.
House Prices On The Rise In The Midlands
The figures are according to the latest REA survey.
Drug Convictions Soar In Midlands
An Offaly town seen a 180% increase on 2024.
Dog Has New Best Friend After Offaly Rescue
Bru fell down an abandoned well in Birr.
TII Pressured To Provide Update On Major Midlands Road Project
The N4 Mullingar to Rooskey project is currently in its design and environmental evaluation phase,
Edenderry Festival Lineup Revealed
The Tumbling Paddies are set to feature in this year's edition on July 3rd and 4th.
Midlands-Based Student Takes Bronze At Culinary Contest
Lesslie Angeles Terrazas Miguel from TUS Athlone came 3rd in the the Professional Student Chef of the Year.
New Legislation Just The First Step -Midlands Cancer Support Centre
The new legislation concedes with Daffodil Day.
Irish Credit Unions Hit Record Lending Levels
Mortgage and personal loans have soared.
ADHD Ireland Issues Social Media Warning
The information on platforms can be outdated.
