Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2020
176. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Education and Skills if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to a school will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12023/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe criteria used for the allocation of teaching posts is published annually on the Department website. The key factor for determining the level of staffing resources provided at individual school level is the staffing schedule for the relevant school year and pupil enrolments on the previous 30 September.
The staffing schedule operates in a clear and transparent manner and treats all similar types of schools equally irrespective of location. The staffing schedule includes an appeals mechanism for schools to submit a staffing appeal under certain criteria to an independent Appeals Board. The Department has received a staffing appeal from the school referred to by the Deputy which will be considered by the Primary Staffing Appeals Board. The school will be notified of the decision shortly.
