School Building and Design
- Published on: 6 August 2021
- Last updated on: 28 January 2026
NDP Sectoral Investment Plan 2026–2030: Education and Youth
The NDP Sectoral Investment Plan 2026–2030: Education and Youth sets out the department’s approach to prioritised investment in school infrastructure.
Design Guidance
Guidance for school authorities, and their design teams, who are involved in providing new or additional educational accommodation is available using the link below.
It details the design and technical guidance together with the procedures which must be followed where funding is being made available from the Department of Education.
Building works
Information in relation to building works for the construction, extension and refurbishment of schools, including latest project updates, is available on our building works page.
Education Buildings Ireland
The Education Buildings Ireland conference provides a very important networking opportunity for all stakeholders involved in planning and delivery of education infrastructure.
The CPD accredited event is all about discovering ways to help create high quality learning environments for all students and learners. With a focus on the funding, design, construction, management, and maintenance of Primary Education and Post Primary Education school buildings.
Save the date: Education Buildings Ireland | 11-12 November 2026 | RDS Dublin
Website: Education Buildings Ireland 2026