Language Schools

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 May 2011

Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Ceisteanna (115)

Dominic Hannigan

Ceist:

138 Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Education and Skills the grants available for setting up an international language school to teach English to international students; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13484/11]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills (Deputy Ruairí Quinn)

English language schools targeted at international students are primarily operated by the private sector. There are no grants available from my Department to fund the start up costs of such schools.