AQW 48345/22-27

Mr Nick Mathison
Alliance Party
Strangford

Tabled Date: 10/06/2026
Answered On Date: 24/06/2026
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister of Education for an update on (i) the action contained within his TransformED Delivery plan to make induction a mandatory component of the professional learning journey of our teachers; and (ii) any cost incurred as a result of this action.

Answer:

Making induction mandatory will ensure all early career teachers receive a guaranteed entitlement to high-quality, structured support as a key first step in their professional learning journey. My officials are working with key stakeholders to agree the core content aligned to broader system priorities; enhance the support for both early career teachers and their teacher tutors; and develop processes to implement this mandatory requirement.

To date, no costs have been incurred.