Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
806. Deputy Réada Cronin asked the Minister for Education if her Department is confident that the premises of a school (details supplied) on same will place it in a position to cater properly for the needs of current and prospective students from the beginning of the new academic year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41949/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, it is intended that the permanent accommodation needs of the school to which she refers will be met in the former Maynooth Post-Primary school building.
The school is currently located in temporary accommodation in Manor Mills pending delivery of permanent accommodation.
In the interim, my Department has approved funding to the school's patron to undertake refurbishment works in a property to facilitate access to additional specialist accommodation by the school. This accommodation includes science, woodwork and home economics rooms.
The delivery of the refurbishment project has been devolved to the patron of the school for delivery and the patron has advised my Department that the works are near completion. My Department will continue to engage with the patron regarding the school's accommodation needs.
