Capitation Grants

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 April 2016

Thursday, 14 April 2016

Questions (660)

Finian McGrath

Question:

660. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Education and Skills the cost of increasing the capitation grant from €170 to €180 per pupil; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6326/16]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

The cost of increasing the capitation grant from €170 to €180 per pupil in primary schools would be €5.7million.

I have previously indicated that education should be prioritised for investment in the coming years, and I believe that increasing the staffing and funding of our schools should be priorities for such investment.