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At the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, we work with learners, teachers, practitioners, parents and stakeholders to develop research-informed curriculum and assessment.

Early Childhood

Early childhood refers to the period from birth to six years.

Primary

Primary education caters for the period from six to 12 years.

Junior Cycle

Junior cycle (lower secondary education) covers the ages of 12 to 15 years.

Senior Cycle

Senior cycle (upper secondary education) covers the ages of 15 to 18 years.

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Consultation Report on draft specifications for Leaving Certificate Irish T1 and T2
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The Primary Curriculum Framework

Find out more about the Primary Curriculum Framework

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Consultations

Throughout the year we invite teachers, practitioners, students, parents and members of the general public to get involved in consultations.

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NCCA Information Booklet

See NCCA Information Booklet here. 

Traveller culture and history research report

Traveller culture and history research report

Guidelines: supporting teaching and learning in…

Guidelines: supporting teaching and learning in care and detention schools

Key Elements of Good Practice to Support the Lea…

Key Elements of Good Practice to Support the Learning and Development of Children Birth-Three
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