Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 June 2013
289. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will list the public secondary schools, either boys or co-ed, in the greater Dún Laoghaire area of Dublin; and if these schools adequately provide for the boys in this area. [30620/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise the Deputy that the public second level boys' and co-educational schools in the Dún Laoghaire/Rathdown area are as follows:
Coláiste Eóin, Stillorgan
Oatland's College, Mount Merrion
Clonkeen College, Blackrock
St. Benildus College, Stillorgan
St. Laurence's College, Loughlinstown
De la Salle College, Churchtown
Newpark Comprehensive School, Blackrock
Ballinteer Community School
Cabinteely Community School
Holy Child Community School, Sallynoggin
St. Tiernan's Community School, Balally
The Forward Planning Section of my Department continuously analyses demographic trends to determine where additional school provision will be required into the future. My Department considers that there is sufficient capacity to cater for pupil numbers in the greater Dún Laoghaire area. As the Deputy is aware, my priority is to ensure that there is sufficient school accommodation nationally to meet projected pupil enrolment increases over the coming years. The 5 year Capital Investment Programme outlines the major school projects that will commence construction over the duration of the Programme. These have been prioritised on the basis of meeting significant demographic needs. In addition, my Department will consider applications by schools for funding for additional classrooms, which schools may provide on a permanent basis, where an immediate enrolment need is arising. Should any additional needs arise in the area referred to by the Deputy, they will be identified and met under this process.
