Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 September 2018
172. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Education and Skills if his attention has been drawn to the concerns of the school community at a school (details supplied) with regard to progress towards permanent buildings to replace the prefabs now on site; if the matter will be investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37056/18]
View answerThe major building project for the school referred to by the Deputy is currently at an early stage of architectural planning, Stage 2(a) - Developed Design. During this stage, the agreed preferred design is fully developed in preparation for seeking statutory approvals and with accurate cost plans.
The Design Team for this school is currently preparing Stage 2(a) documentation. Upon receipt of this submission, my Department will review the design and costings and, if satisfactory, the school can be approved to progress to the next stage.
On completion, this project will provide a new permanent build 24-classroom school for the Senior School and an extension and refurbishment to provide a 24-classroom school for the Junior School with an interlinked GP Room. This major building project is included on my Department's 6-year construction program 2016 - 2021.
