Proposed NI curriculum to focus on digital skills and cultural awareness (opens original article in a new tab)

Northern Ireland proposes a new curriculum focusing on digital skills, cultural awareness, and subject-based learning, with consultation until 2026 and implementation in 2028.

• New Northern Ireland curriculum emphasizes digital skills and cultural awareness from primary school
• Curriculum shifts to subject-based learning with new Digital Technology subject
• Consultation period ends 30 September 2026, with implementation in 2028
• RE syllabus to be reformed for more objective and pluralistic approach