Schools Building Projects

Thursday, 27 May 2021

Questions (205)

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Question:

205. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Education if the plans for a school (details supplied) have been finalised; the number of classrooms it will have; if the yards and associated works are part of the plans; the number of children that will be accommodated at the school; the number of staff that will be required; when a contractor will be appointed; and when the works will begin and be completed given that the school is set to open in September 2021; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28927/21]

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Written answers

Minister for Education

A new special school is due to open in the property referred to by the Deputy for the 2021/2022 school year.

My Department and the National Council for Special Education are working closely with the Patron and the management team appointed by the Patron, on the practical arrangements associated with the establishment of the school. These arrangements relate to a range of matters including accommodation refurbishment, staff recruitment and training, funding and communication with parents.