School Catchment Areas.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 September 2006

Wednesday, 27 September 2006

Questions (1367)

John Deasy

Question:

1441 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for Education and Science the number of applications for modifications to school catchment boundaries she has received from educational interests in each county for the past two years; the number of modifications to boundaries that have resulted from such applications; the criteria used in determining changes to boundaries; if she will carry out a comprehensive review of catchment boundaries; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30145/06]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Education and Science (Miss de Valera)

The statistical information requested by the Deputy is not readily available.

Reviews of specific catchment boundaries may be carried out where, for example, a new post-primary school is established in an area where previously there was none or, conversely, where a "sole provider" school closes due to declining enrolment.

I do not propose to have a general country wide review of catchment boundaries.