Vol. 505 No. 1
247 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Education and Science the progress, if any, on the construction of the new St. Wolstans school at Ballymakealy, Celbridge, County Kildare; if he has satisfied himself that the work will be completed in time for the opening of the new school year in September 1999; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13122/99]
I am pleased to inform the Deputy that works are on schedule in regard to the completion of the new St. Wolstans school at Ballymakealy, Celbridge, County Kildare. It is anticipated that the school will be ready for occupation in September.
248 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Education and Science if he will sanction the purchase of a site at Lumville, Kildare town, for Gaelscoil Chill Dara, County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13123/99]
My Department has been investigating the suitability of a site at Lumville, The Curragh as a permanent location for Gaelscoil Chill Dara.
The Department of Defence have indicated that they are not in a position to provide access to the site. My Department has advised the school authorities of this and has requested them to inquire locally regarding alternative access to the site.
It is not possible for my Department to purchase a site which does not have a clearly defined access.
249 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Education and Science when the required extension to St. Mary's college, Naas, County Kildare, will proceed to stage six; the timescale envisaged for seeking tenders and completion of the work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13127/99]
The provision of extra facilities at St Mary's college, Naas, County Kildare is currently at architectural planning stage. When this stage is completed officials of the planning and building unit of my Department will be in touch with the school authorities in order to progress the project to tender stage.
I will keep the Deputy informed of developments.
