Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2017
440. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will examine an appeal by a school (details supplied) in connection with its application for an additional teacher for the 2017-2018 school year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38669/17]
View answerThe criteria used for the allocation of teaching posts is published annually on the Department website. The key factor for determining the level of staffing resources provided at individual school level is the staffing schedule for the relevant school year and pupil enrolments on the previous 30 September. The staffing schedule also includes an appeals mechanism for schools to submit an appeal under certain criteria to an independent Appeals Board.
The staffing schedule operates in a clear and transparent manner and treats all similar types of schools equally irrespective of location.
The school referred to by the Deputy submitted an application for consideration by the Appeals Board at its upcoming October meeting.
The Appeals Board operates independently of the Department and its decision is final.
