Teachers fear poor facilities, class sizes, and stigma are holding back Deis schools

With one in four students now supported through the Deis programme, the new research makes a strong case for increased, targeted measures to address education inequalities. Stock picture: PA

Teachers working in disadvantaged schools have highlighted their concerns over poor classroom facilities, class sizes, persistent stigma, and a lack of transparency in resource allocation.

With one in four students now supported through the Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools (Deis) programme, new research makes a strong case for increased, targeted measures when it comes to addressing education inequalities.