Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 October 2017
182. Deputy Bríd Smith asked the Minister for Education and Skills his views on the condition of buildings being used by a school (details supplied) for children with a diagnosis of autism in Kilbarrack, Dublin 5; and if capital funds will be allocated to ensure the school is provided with a permanent building of the highest standard and of sufficient size to allow the school meet the growing demand for its educational services. [41505/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe school to which the Deputy refers is co-located in a permanent school building with another school in Kilbarrack which has spare capacity. In late 2015, my Department provided funding for reconfiguration works in the building to provide improved accommodation for the school.
As the Deputy will be aware, my Department’s current priority is focused on the provision of essential classroom accommodation to ensure that every child will have access to a physical school place and where an additional teacher is being appointed.
My Department considers that the school's accommodation needs are being met in the existing building.
