Question 1

1. Is there sub-cover?

Accepted Answer

The Department of Education have not granted us sub-cover for the conference this year.

Question 2

2. Does that mean teaching principals cannot go or can we use our principal days?

Accepted Answer

This is a decision for you and your Board of Management to decide on how best to approach this. Teaching Principals are eligible to attend the conference. The conference is a continuous professional development event, and is classed as a Board of Management expense and can be taken as one of your principal release days.

Question 3

3. Is there a day rate to attend conference?

Accepted Answer

The Conference fee is an all-inclusive fee; this covers all aspects of the event (excluding accommodation). Currently, there is not a day rate offered for this event or a reduced cost fee if you do not attend an element of the event.

Question 4

4. Is accommodation included in the registration fee?

Accepted Answer

No, accommodation must be booked directly with the hotel. Please check the 'Venue' tab for details.

Question 5

5. Can I change my choice of seminars?

Accepted Answer

Please email online@ippn.ie for assistance. If there is availability for the preferred seminar, the request may be approved.

Question 6

6. Is the conference fee a legitimate Board of Management expense?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the conference is a continuous professional development event and is classed as a Board of Management expense.

Question 7

7. Do we have to be a member to attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes.

Question 8

8. I am unable to attend. Can I send my Deputy Principal?

Accepted Answer

Each situation will be reviewed on an individual basis. Please email online@ippn.ie for assistance.

Question 9

9. Do I need to log in to see my schedule?

Accepted Answer

You do not need to log into this website. Your schedule with selected seminars will be emailed to the registered email address.

Question 10

10. Cancellation

Accepted Answer

Cancellations can be sent by e-mail to jennifer.mccarthy@ippn.ie up to September 30th 2025. Cancellations will incur a fee of €82.50, which is 30% of the conference fee. Refunds cannot be made after this date under any circumstances.

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