Bernard J. Durkan
Ceist:150 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Science whether he will improve the pupil-teacher ratio in primary or second level schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5531/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 19 February 2004
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The ratio at both levels has improved significantly in recent years.
At primary level the ratio has fallen from 22.2:1 in the 1996-97 school year to 18.0:1 in the 2002-03 school year. At second level the ratio has fallen from 16.0:1 to 13.6:1 in the same period. The projected ratio at primary level for the current school year is 17.35:1 and at post-primary level the projected ratio is 13.48:1. In line with Government policy, my Department will continue to provide further reductions in the pupil teacher ratio within available resources and subject to spending priorities within the education sector. Priority will be given to pupils with special needs and those from disadvantaged areas.
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