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Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 June 2021

Tuesday, 22 June 2021

Questions (359)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

359. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education if clarification will be provided on an appeal by a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33033/21]

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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 operates in a clear and transparent manner and treats all similar types of schools equally irrespective of location.

For the 2021/22 school year, an improvement of one point in the appointment threshold in primary schools has been introduced and schools will be provided with class teachers on the basis of of 1 teacher for every 25 pupils.  A three point reduction in the retention scale has also been introduced for September 2021.  These measures will help to ensure that less pupils are required to recruit or retain a teacher. 

The school referred to by the Deputy has been informed of the decision in respect of its appeal.

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