Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am committed to ensuring that parents, students and young people have that choice. In our county of Meath, we can see the huge number of developments and, in particular, the number of Gaelscoileanna that have been built in recent years in the south of the county. We also have established Gaeltacht areas, of which we are all proud. When children go to post-primary school, I want them to have the choice of moving to Gaelcholáistí. That is why the plan is important to ensure we have the right structures in place and an understanding of what is needed. The survey will feed into that and help us to discover the demand at primary level. That then helps to feed into the post-primary level. There is work to do. I am committed to working with all stakeholders and, in particular, ensuring that we support our níonraí, teachers and parents to make the right choices for them and their families. When children are in school, we must ensure the best possible curriculum for them. That is why the reform of the junior cycle and the review of it is important. As we progress the senior cycle review, it is important we get it right and work with stakeholders.

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