Richard Boyd Barrett
Ceist:572. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Education her plans for the return of outstanding classes in secondary schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16528/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2021
572. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Education her plans for the return of outstanding classes in secondary schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16528/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has developed a plan with the relevant education stakeholders for the phased return to in-school learning for children in primary, post-primary and special schools. During March all primary level, fifth year post primary students and final year Leaving Certificate students returned to school. This phase also saw a return to full attendance for children in special schools.
The full re-opening of our schools for all students in line with public health advice remains a top priority for Government and my Department is focussing on the safe return of the last group of post primary students set to return to school after the Easter Break.