Denis Naughten
Question:29. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Skills the progress to date in addressing the specific issues of rural schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45089/14]
View answerThursday, 27 November 2014
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Our current configuration of small primary schools has been examined by my Department in a value for money review which I am considering in consultation with my Government colleagues. The terms of reference of the review acknowledge the important role that primary schools play in their local communities and Government is conscious of this. Government will take into account the impact of small schools in dispersed rural communities in considering any planning framework for future provision of schools. My intention is to publish the report of the review on completion of this consideration process. I am not in a position to give a precise publication date at this time.