Background: Special classes are dedicated classes within mainstream schools for students with special educational needs (SEN). These classes typically have smaller numbers and more support. The NCSE (National Council for Special Education) provides the necessary resources (like teaching staff, special needs assistants, and training) for these classes. These classes exist within a “continuum of educational … Continued

Overview: It is recommended that boards should cease the use of cheques and start using online banking for all payments. This is more cost effective and efficient for the school. General controls when using cheques for payments: Where cheques are in use there should be two cheque signatories for all school accounts – always the … Continued

Overview It is recommended that boards of management should use online banking for all payments. This is more cost effective and efficient for the school. General controls when using electronic payments: The board of management should have an approved electronic banking policy and has this should be communicated to relevant staff. In order to ensure … Continued

Detailed guidance can be found in our Purchasing Guidelines and Procedures document below. Sample Forms & Templates Sample Purchasing Procedures Template Purchase Order Template New Supplier Set-up Form/EFT Form Sample Conflicts of Interest Policy Sample Register of Interests Template Further Guidance Purchasing Guidelines and Procedures Procurement Thresholds

The Office of Government Procurement have in place an ever increasing number of contracts and frameworks which are available to schools to use. Where no contracts or framework exists the school will need to consult procurement thresholds. For further support and advice on procurement contact the Schools Procurement Unit (SPU). Further Guidance > Procurement Thresholds … Continued