John Browne
Ceist:66. Deputy John Browne asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to change school patronage at primary level; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17526/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 17 April 2013
Ceisteanna (66)
Freagraí scríofa
Following on from recent publication of the results of the surveys of primary school patronage, I have written to the Catholic Patrons in the 23 areas where parental demand for change has been confirmed in the recent surveys. I requested they now consider options for reconfiguring schools under their patronage in order to allow the transfer of a school to a new patron. I have asked the Catholic Patrons to submit an interim response within three months and a final response with detailed proposals on divesting schools within six months. Earlier surveys had been conducted in five pilot areas and as a result options for change are also being considered in respect of these.