Ireland

Ireland shows progressing readiness, with important strengths but continued gaps across the system. Its strongest results are in Governance (87, 95th percentile), Infrastructure (73, 92nd percentile) and Innovation (68, 91st percentile).

Uneven scores across dimensions show where readiness conditions are less aligned. High internet adoption enables broad participation in digital learning and innovation. Strong tertiary enrollment expands future talent pipelines and strengthens national innovation potential.

A large research workforce accelerates experimentation, technology adoption, and applied innovation. Policy and regulatory teams coordinate effectively, keeping reforms aligned and providing the stability needed for long-term educational planning. Girls outperform boys in secondary pathways, adding pressure to address male dropout risks.

Regionally, Ireland leads most clearly in Governance, sitting well above the peer average.

Areas with room to grow: School Access and Gender Parity (70, 60th percentile). These dimensions sit close to global norms and could accelerate quickly with targeted investment.