Unlocking Digital Learning: A Guide to Ireland's €35M ICT Grant 2026

Grant Scheme for ICT Infrastructure 2026

School ICT Grant Information

Grant Scheme for ICT Infrastructure 2026

Upgrade Your School’s Technology with Government-Funded ICT Investment

The 2026 ICT Infrastructure Grant helps Irish schools modernise classrooms with interactive displays, collaboration tools, secure networking, and future-ready learning technology.

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Why Schools Choose SMART Interactive Displays

Built for Education

SMART displays are purpose-built for teaching — not repurposed office screens.

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Easy for Teachers

Instant whiteboarding, screen sharing, and intuitive tools teachers actually use.

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Long-Term Value

No subscriptions, no hidden licences, and built to last in busy classrooms.

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Fully aligned with Irish ICT grant requirements

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What Is the Grant Scheme for ICT Infrastructure 2026?

The ICT Infrastructure Grant is provided to support schools in upgrading essential digital teaching and learning infrastructure.

Funding can be used to improve classroom technology, staff collaboration tools, and secure IT systems.

✔ Interactive classroom displays
✔ Teacher laptops & peripherals
✔ Audio-visual & collaboration systems
✔ Networking & cabling upgrades
✔ Secure mounting & installation

WHO CAN APPLY?

Primary Schools
Use funding for classroom displays, shared teaching spaces, and staff collaboration.

Post-Primary Schools
Upgrade subject rooms, specialist labs, and large-format interactive displays.

Special Education Schools
Accessible technology, touch-enabled displays, and inclusive learning tools.

DEIS Schools
Grant-maximised packages designed for value and long-term impact.

WHAT CAN YOU BUY WITH THE GRANT?

Interactive Displays

  • Large touchscreen teaching panels

  • Multi-user collaboration

  • Built-in whiteboarding & wireless sharing

Classroom AV

  • Sound systems & microphones

  • Visualisers & cameras

  • Wireless presentation tools

Infrastructure

  • Cabling & power upgrades

  • Secure wall mounting

  • Network readiness

Installation & Support

  • Professional installation

  • Teacher onboarding

  • Ongoing support & warranty

WHY SCHOOLS WORK WITH CREATIVE SYSTEMS

  • Grant-Focused Advice
    We align every recommendation to grant eligibility — no wasted spend.
  • Education Specialists
    We work with Irish schools every week. We know the rules, timelines, and paperwork.
  • End-to-End Delivery
    Supply, install, train, and support — one supplier, zero finger-pointing.
  • Department of Education
  • Framework Approved Reseller

1. Free Consultation
We assess your classrooms and grant objectives.

2. Grant-Aligned Proposal
Clear pricing, compliant equipment, zero surprises.

3. Installation & Training
Delivered around school schedules.

4. Ongoing Support
We don’t disappear after install day.

Ready to Maximise Your ICT Infrastructure Grant for 2026?

📞 Talk to an education technology specialist and get a grant-aligned proposal tailored to your school.

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Q: Does the ICT Infrastructure Grant cover interactive displays?

Yes — interactive teaching displays are one of the most common approved purchases.

Q: Can installation be included?

Yes. Professional installation and mounting are typically grant-eligible.

Q: Can we combine this with existing equipment?

Absolutely. We design upgrades around what you already have.

Can we try before we buy

Absolutely, we can provide a demonstration in our showroom, advanced booking only.

Can we get training after we buy

Yes, post sales training for teachers is included

Who Can apply for the GRant
  • Eligible Sectors: Primary, Post-Primary, ETB, and Special Schools.
What are the funding rates

Primary: €2,000 basic grant + €25.17 per mainstream pupil (€27.69 for DEIS)

  • Post-Primary: €2,000 basic grant (€1,000 for fee-charging) + €30.20 per student (€33.22 for DEIS).
  • Special Schools: €2,000 basic grant + €30.20 per student.
What can we buy with the grant

Permitted Uses: Purchase of physical ICT equipment (laptops, tablets, projectors) and related software.

It cannot be used for IT support contracts or general maintenance

Can student apply for ICT grants
Individual/Student Eligibility (SUSI)
While schools receive infrastructure grants, students in ICT-related fields can check their eligibility for maintenance and fee grants through SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) for the 2026/27 academic year: 
  • Income Thresholds: From September 2026, the threshold for the €500 student contribution grant increases from €115,000 to €120,000.
  • Non-Adjacent Rates: Students living more than 30km from their institution will see increased maintenance grant rates starting September 2026 (e.g., Special Rate increasing to €7,936).
  • Online Check: You can use the SUSI Eligibility Indicator to verify your status based on income and residency. 
What oter ICT grants are available
Other ICT Grants
  • Standardisation Experts: The StandICT.eu 2026 project offers grants for European experts to participate in international ICT standardisation.
  • Assistive Technology: Individual students with disabilities may qualify for specialized equipment if recommended by professional assessment. 
How a primary school checks ICT grant eligibility (Ireland)

1. It’s handled by the Department of Education

  • The ICT grant is allocated automatically.

  • Schools do not apply, fill out forms, or plead their case.

  • Eligibility is based on data the Department already has.

What the Department checks (behind the scenes)

They use existing records to confirm:

  • ✅ School is recognised by the Department

  • ✅ It’s a primary school (mainstream / DEIS / special schools may get different rates)

  • ✅ Enrolment numbers (big driver of the € amount)

  • ✅ School status for the current academic year

If the school exists on the system → it’s in the queue.

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How the school knows it’s eligible

Schools are notified via:

  • 📩 Official circular from the Department

  • 💻 Esinet / OLCS (school admin portals)

  • 💰 Grant appears in the school’s bank account once released

If the money lands — congrats, you’re eligible. That’s the test.

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