Údar: Jilly McDonough

Borris College help to launch The B!G Idea Strategic Plan 2026-2028   On Wednesday, January 28th, KCETB and students from Borris College attended Leinster House for the launch of The B!G Idea Strategic Plan 2026–2028. This milestone reflects the ambition of the programme to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh Borris College help to launch The B!G Idea Strategic Plan 2026-2028

KCETB Introduction to Thatching on Nationwide   KCETB’s Introduction to Thatching Programme featured on Nationwide on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player at 7pm, or 8pm on RTÉ +1 on Monday 26th January. The Training Cou rse, a collaboration between KCETB and The Heritage Council, represents a strategically significant innovation in heritage ed ucation, redefining how… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh KCETB Introduction to Thatching on RTÉ’s Nationwide

Duiske College ranked third in Ireland among mixed secondary schools in Irish Times Progression Tables Duiske College is celebrating an outstanding national achievement after being ranked third in Ireland among mixed secondary schools for progression to third-level education in the Irish Times School Progression (Feeder Schools) tables. This prestigious ranking places Graiguenamanagh’s Duiske College among the very top mixed… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh Duiske College ranked 3rd in Ireland among mixed secondary schools in Irish Times Progression Tables

KCETB partner with KCLR for Learning Local, new education series   KCETB is proud to announce its partnership with KCLR’s Learning Local, a brand‑new 10‑part radio and podcast series created in close partnership with the Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board (KCETB). The series airs each Wednesday evening at 7pm, and is designed to give… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh KCETB partner with KCLR for Learning Local, new education series

Adult Education Evening Classes in Kilkenny and Carlow Some classes still available to join – please contact each location by email or phone for further information.  

KCETB Youth Office was delighted to welcome staff from the Department of Education and Youth (Youth Affairs Unit) to Kilkenny and Carlow recently. During the visit, the Department officials visited UBU youth services in Carlow and Kilkenny, gaining first-hand insight into the vital youth work taking place to support young people across the region. KCETB… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh KCETB Youth Office Welcome staff from the Department of Education and Youth

KCETB Set to Host Apprentice Expo in Carlow this January   Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board (KCETB) is delighted to announce the KCETB Apprenticeship Expo taking place in Carlow Institute of Further Education and Training on Thursday 29th January 2026. This exciting event will bring together apprenticeship employers, industry experts, learners, jobseekers, and… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh KCETB Set to Host Apprentice Expo in Carlow this January

KCETB honours its Retired Employees at Special Event   Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board (KCETB) held a special event for retired employees to acknowledge their service and thank them for their hard work and dedication in providing education services to the Kilkenny and Carlow region. The event highlighted decades of dedication, leadership, and… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh KCETB honours its Retired Employees at Special Event

Empowering the Future Workforce: Southeast Apprenticeship Graduation Strengthens Ireland’s Skills Pipeline   More than 500 apprentices from Carlow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Waterford, and Wexford celebrated their graduation on Monday at Kilkenny’s Newpark Hotel, marking a major milestone in the southeast’s workforce development agenda. Organised by the Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board (KCETB), the National… Lean ar aghaidh ag léamh Empowering the Future Workforce: Southeast Apprenticeship Graduation Strengthens Ireland’s Skills Pipeline