Skip to main content

National Parents’ Council Post Primary: savings on school books

NEWS / 23 September 2013

The NPCpp compiled this letter in June highlighting the savings that can be made on school books.

School booksDear parents and friends,
 
As per the attachment I wish to advise you to the huge savings being made by one Irish publisher. The books are compiled by teachers in our education system. They are printed here in Ireland thus proving that it is still possible to be competitive within Ireland. Please note that the ebook required to accompany these publications are supplied free of charge.
 
However as always outlined, National Parents Council post primary (NPCpp) does not endorse one publisher above another but advocates the savings being made by this publisher to parents.
NPCpp will advocate other publishers on this matter should similar savings come about.
 
We are very much aware that the issue of 23% vat on ebooks is a major concern, and we have highlighted this issue to the Minister for Education and Skills.
 
I am bringing this issue to your attention. NPCpp have no vested interest in any publisher nor are they insinuating any publisher has better productions than others. NPCpp is merely highlighting the severe financial burden surrounding the cost associated with school textbooks. 
 
Finally may I remind all, that competition on the cost of books of past exam papers over the last three years has resulted in the significant fall on the cost of these.
 
I would hope that by highlighting this comparative cost of books would do similar.
 
Please click here for more information.
 
Regards
Don Myers
President NPCpp
National Parents' Council pp                      
 
 
[Image: www.sxc.hu]

More News

Subject Blogs, Classics/History, English/Drama, General School News / 30 April 2026
Stratford wins in annual Ides of March Quiz

Stratford wins in annual Ides of March Quiz

Hugh congratulations to Stratford College Classics students who came 2nd and 3rd in the annual Ides of March Quiz in Blackrock College on Tuesday 28th April. Students from schools all over Dublin and further afield participated. Stratford scored an Olympian 41/46 to take second place and 40/46 to take third place.  Thank you to Ms. Donohoe and Ms McGill for coordinating this great event. 

Read more →
General School News, Stratford in the Media / 24 April 2026
Appointment of Delia Donohoe to Permanent Deputy Principal

Appointment of Delia Donohoe to Permanent Deputy Principal

Delia Donohoe has been appointed as Permanent Deputy Principal of Stratford College, following her tenure as Acting Deputy Principal since August 2023. This milestone marks her 21st year as a dedicated member of the Stratford community, where she has made a lasting contribution both in the classroom and in leadership.

Speaking about her appointment Chair of the Board of Management Ms. Aoife Cassidy said: “I am delighted to announce the appointment of Delia as Deputy Principal; she has been a leader and teacher at Stratford College for more than 20 years. During this time, she has served in an acting capacity as Deputy Principal, including over the last three years. She has strong leadership skills and an unwavering commitment and dedication to our school community. We have every confidence that she will continue to lead with the same energy, warmth and dedication in the years ahead. We are delighted to formally confirm Delia’s appointment and wish her every success in the role going forward.


Read more →