Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 October 2022
107. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Education if she will seek best advice on whether any additional funding strands can be accessed in order to assist a local school (details supplied) in respect of developing its outdoor area for children with special educational needs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53695/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise the Deputy that my Department has approved capital funding for the school in question under the Additional Schools Accommodation Scheme. The project has been devolved to the school authority for delivery and will include 8 mainstream classrooms, 2 SET rooms and 5 Special Educational Needs classrooms. The provision of sensory gardens and a 250m² secure soft play area form part of the accommodation brief for the Special Educational Need Bases.
