School Accommodation

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2014

Tuesday, 21 October 2014

Ceisteanna (527)

Alan Farrell

Ceist:

527. Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Education and Skills in view of the fact that in parts of Malahide and Swords, County Dublin, the number of students at primary school level who will be progressing to second level education in the coming years is greater than the capacity of the secondary level schools in the area, her plans to resolve this issue and ensure there is adequate capacity for these students as they progress to second level education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40210/14]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Skills

My Department is currently analysing the latest demographic data on a nationwide basis to determine where additional school accommodation might be needed from 2015 onwards. This process includes an examination of the Malahide and Swords areas. When this exercise has been completed arrangements will be made to make additional accommodation available where it is needed.