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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2004

Wednesday, 29 September 2004

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Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

632 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Science the position in regard to acquisition of a site and permanent structures for a school (details supplied) in County Kildare; the progress over the summer months of 2004; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22915/04]

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Gaelscoil Nás Na Ríogh commenced operation with provisional recognition from my Department in 2002. Newly established schools are generally required to undergo a period of provisional recognition, during which the operation of the school and the growth of pupil numbers are monitored. During that period, it is the responsibility of the school patron to provide suitable accommodation. This accommodation should be capable of fully meeting the needs of the developing school until permanent recognition has been secured and my Department is in a position to provide permanent accommodation.

An application for permanent recognition was recently been received for Gaelscoil Nás Na Ríogh. It is currently under consideration in the school planning section of my Department. As part of the examination, factors such as the long-term viability of the school, current and projected enrolments and suitability of accommodation will be considered. A decision on the school's application will be made as soon as possible.

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