Class-size lottery: Pupil numbers down but 10pc still being taught in overcrowded rooms

The decline in primary school pupils has led to smaller average class sizes, with an average of 22.5 pupils per class. This is a positive trend showing improvement in education quality.

Despite improvements, one in ten students are still in classes with 30 or more pupils, particularly in counties like Leitrim and Donegal, highlighting ongoing disparities.

Counties like Kildare have the largest average class sizes at 24 pupils, while Longford has the smallest at 20.9, showcasing regional differences in educational resources.

There were 10,000 fewer pupils enrolled in overcrowded classes last year, indicating progress, yet there is still concern for the kids in oversized classrooms.

Read at Irish Independent