I have met parents who have had to bring their children to primary schools outside Lucan because they could not get school places in the area. I have also heard of many other such cases from friends and relatives of those affected. Many parents have contacted me because they are concerned that when they apply for school places for their children next year or in subsequent years, they will not get a place in Lucan. Many of the children involved are due to start school next year. I have heard stories about parents who fear they will have to keep their children at home until they are five or six years of age.