Teacher struck off after inquiry into relationship with former student

The ruling by a Teaching Council inquiry panel followed four findings of professional misconduct against the now 33-year-old teacher over her contact and relationship with the then 18-year-old student. Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

Thu, 07 May, 2026 - 10:05

Sean McCarthaigh

A female secondary school teacher who entered into a long-term relationship with a former student shortly after his Leaving Certificate exams has been struck off and banned from reapplying to the Register of Teachers for a minimum of five years.

The ruling by a Teaching Council inquiry panel followed four findings of professional misconduct against the now 33-year-old teacher over her contact and relationship with the then 18-year-old student from her former school eight years ago.