Private Schools

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 September 2014

Tuesday, 23 September 2014

Questions (436)

Seán Ó Fearghaíl

Question:

436. Deputy Seán Ó Fearghaíl asked the Minister for Education and Skills the number of fee paying post-primary schools that have become free schools each year since 2010/11; the estimated cost of this to her Department in each year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35321/14]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

Five fee-charging schools have joined the Free Education Scheme since 2010/11. The estimated cost to the Department, as requested by the Deputy, is not readily available. My officials are currently compiling this information and it will be forwarded to the Deputy in due course.