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Ireland ranked ninth in the world’s best performing education systems
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Ireland has been ranked ninth in the world’s best performing education systems. The Learning Curve, a report compiled by The Economist Intelligence Unit and published by Pearson, aims to explain the influential factors behind the best performing education systems around the world. The ranking is based on a range of indicators, including performance in three respected international testing programmes – Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), and the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).
TOP 10 EDUCATION SYSTEMS - 1. South Korea
- 2. Japan
- 3. Singapore
- 4. Hong Kong
- 5. Finland
- 6. UK
- 7. Canada
- 8. Netherlands
- 9. Ireland
- 10. Poland
According to the findings, not only is Ireland one of the 10 best performing education systems in the world, it also ranks fourth overall in Europe behind Finland, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The report further showcases how Ireland continues to be an attractive destination for international students. High emphasis on innovative research and progressive taught programmes at all levels has given Ireland a strong reputation educationally on a global scale, and graduates from within the Irish educational system remain highly sought after in today's competitive international workplace.
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Dublin prepares to 'Bloom' as summer kicks in
'Bloom', Ireland's largest gardening food and family festival, has become a national favourite and one of the most anticipated and spectacular events on the Irish calendar.
Bloom 2013 was a huge success, attracting 110,000 visitors over the five day event. Visitors to Bloom can expect to see spectacular feature areas accommodating many interests ranging from show gardens and food to craft, art, conservation and family entertainment. Tradtionally an early summer highlight on the Irish calendar, focal points include the spectacular show gardens showcasing the talents of the very best designers from all corners of Ireland.The event, now in its 8th year, will be held in the famous setting of Dublin's Phoenix Park between May 29th and June 2nd and organisers once again expect lively crowds over the five-day event.
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