Understanding Demand
Information on the demand for Integrated education
Understanding Demand for Integrated Education
Understanding parental demand is central to planning Integrated provision.
The Department draws on multiple sources of evidence to ensure decisions are informed by reliable and up to date information.
These include:
- School admission and preference data
- Parental surveys
- Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey
- Ballots held during transformation processes
- Geographical and statistical analysis
This combined approach supports effective planning and development.
Published Evidence
Parental School Admissions Survey 2025:
https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2025-12/Parental%20School%20Admissions%20Survey%202025%20Updated_0.pdf
Life and Times Survey findings (2024):
https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/publications/demand-integrated-education-findings-2024-northern-ireland-life-and-times-survey
Integrated Education Demand: Evidence, Insights and Limitations (May 2026):
https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/publications/integrated-education-demand-evidence-insights-and-limitations-may-2026
We will continue to publish analytical outputs, including an annual report on demand for Integrated Education.