I have been informed by my officials that there is sufficient classroom accommodation in the existing schools in Clane to meet current demand.
Since the Deputy last raised the question of primary school accommodation in Clane, a report on the accommodation requirements in St. Patrick's boys' national school has been received from the local schools inspector. This report, in conjunction with the school's application for additional accommodation, is currently being examined and a decision in the matter will be issued shortly to the board of management.
With regard to post-primary provision, the position is that an extension to Scoil Mhuire community school is currently at the final stages of construction and, when completed, will bring the enrolment capacity of the school to 850 pupils. Current enrolment is 740 pupils.