“As a leader of learning in the school, the principal fosters a learning culture in which Droichead can flourish and supports the PST in facilitating a quality induction process.” (Teaching Council, 2025, p.15)
Droichead is strengthened through collaborative leadership within the school, with the principal working alongside the PST and other staff to support meaningful induction. The resources below are intended to support principals in sustaining a shared learning culture and contributing to a consistent, high-quality experience for NQTs.
Please note that we have updated our school support procedures.
If you have any queries regarding the Droichead process in your school, please email primarydroicheadsupport@oide.ie as your first point of contact. Please include your school’s name, roll number, your contact number and a brief outline of your query. A team member will contact you within 2-3 working days.
If your query relates to Cluster Meetings, please contact NQTInduction@oide.ie
If your query relates to eligible settings and/or registration requirements, please contact conditions@teachingcouncil.ie