Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 February 2013
74. Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Education and Skills the progress that has been made to date on the drafting of the education (admission to school) Bill; when he expects heads to be approved and for the Bill to be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7606/13]
View answerThe Deputy will be aware that in 2011, I launched a discussion paper on school enrolment. The "Discussion Paper on a Regulatory Framework for School Enrolment" contains suggestions on how to make the process of enrolling in schools more open, equitable and consistent and is available on my Department's website.
I also invited education partners and interested parties to submit their views to my Department. The feedback from this consultation will help inform the nature and scope of a new regulatory framework for school enrolment. I intend to bring legislative proposals to Government this year, the primary aim of which will be to ensure that every child is treated fairly and that every child has a place at school.
