Arrangements for the Implementation of the Framework for Junior Cycle with particular reference to school year 2018/19

This circular supersedes Circular 15/2017 entitled “Arrangements for the Implementation of the Framework for Junior Cycle with particular reference to school years 2017/18 and 2018/19” and Circular 29/2017 “Junior Cycle Resources (Professional Time and Administration Grant) and sets out the arrangements now governing the implementation of the Framework for Junior Cycle 2015, with particular reference to the school year 2018/19.

Boards of Management, Principal teachers of all second-level schools, special schools and the Chief Executives (CE) of all Education and Training Boards (ETBs) are asked to ensure that this circular is brought to the immediate attention of all teachers. Boards of Management are also requested to ensure that parents/guardians are advised of these arrangements.

As the phasing of new subject specifications to schools continue up to September 2019, the implementation of the Framework for Junior Cycle continues to be reviewed, in partnership with school leaders, teachers and other education partners.

Sector: Post Primary

Author: Curriculum and Assessment Policy