Schools Building Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2021

Tuesday, 11 May 2021

Questions (461)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

461. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education the progress to date regarding the provision of a new school at a site (details supplied); when the next stage in the process is likely to be reached; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24030/21]

Written answers

Minister for Education

As the Deputy is aware, we have previously reached Agreement in Principle with a landowner in respect of the acquisition of a site at Donaghcumper, Celbridge. We are pleased to announce that significant progress has been made recently and we expect the acquisition to proceed to Legal Conveyancing stage in the near future. The acquisition will be subject to contract. The site is proposed to facilitate the permanent accommodation needs of the following 3 schools, on a campus type arrangement:

- St. Patricks NS RN 20257C

- Celbridge Community College RN 91614B

- St. Raphaels Special School RN 18988G

We are also informing the school patrons of this progress and intend to make further announcements in the near future. The matter will remain a priority.