Cathal Crowe
Question:834. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Education if she will consider an application by a school (details supplied) for a full-time EAL position. [19494/22]
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Questions (834, 930)
Cathal Crowe
Question:930. Deputy Cathal Crowe asked the Minister for Education if she will ensure that the required additional teaching posts for a school (details supplied) are sanctioned before the commencement of the new school term. [20696/22]
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 834 and 930 together.
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 30th September.
The staffing arrangements also include a provision whereby schools experiencing rapid increases in enrolment can apply for additional permanent mainstream posts, using projected enrolment. A staffing appeals process is also available to schools. Information and application forms are available in Circular 25/2022.
As set out in a letter issued to all schools on 5th April, EAL support is available to schools that have enrolled Ukrainian pupils. The school referred to by the Deputy has been allocated EAL support of 15 hours per week until the end of June.