Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 10 October 2023
182. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Education for an update in relation to the provision of school accommodation for a school (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43542/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe school to which the Deputy refers, was granted funding under my Department's Additional School Accommodation (ASA) Scheme for the provision of 19 general classrooms, 7 SET rooms, 2 meeting rooms, 1 DP office, 3 classroom SEN base, 1 art room, 1 home economics room, 1 graphics room, 3 science labs, 2 prep areas, 1 construction studies, prep area, 1 engineering room, 1 tech prep room, 3 project stores, 1 staff room, 1 GP/dining area along with alterations to existing building and accommodation to be delivered once the standalone building is converted to a PE hall, use of which includes a fitness suite and storage.
A Stage 1/2A report was submitted and reviewed by my Department's Professional and Technical team. Subsequently, comments arising from this review issued to the school along with approval to proceed to the planning stage.
Whilst this project has been devolved to the school authority for delivery, the Department is engaged directly with the school to provide whatever practical assistance and advice is necessary to implement this important project for the wider school community.
