Question:
423 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Education and Science the reason a school (details supplied) in Dublin 12 is losing a teacher; and if he will review this decision. [15928/01]
Written Answers. - School Staffing.
The staffing of primary schools is determined by reference to the enrolment of the school on 30 September of the previous school year. This is in accordance with guidelines agreed between this Department and the education partners.
The enrolment at the school in question has decreased from 217 pupils on 30 September 1999 to 207 pupils on 30 September 2000. An enrolment of 210 pupils on 30 September 2000 was required to retain the post of the eighth mainstream class teacher for the 2001-02 school year. I met with representatives of the board of management and parents of the school recently. The board of management is currently preparing a submission on the staffing situation at the school which I will examine in the near future. The Deputy will be advised of the position when I have considered the case.