Michael Lowry (Tipperary North, Independent)
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Question 376: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if her attention has been drawn to the issues regarding a school (details supplied) in County Tipperary; if the school will be included in this years building and modernisation programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14024/06]

Mary Hanafin (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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The school's application under the additional accommodation scheme 2006 was not successful. Based on the information supplied by the school, it became evident that a more major project was required to address the school's accommodation needs into the future.

In order for the need to be thoroughly assessed, the management authority has been advised to complete an application form for major capital investment. This will enable the school planning section in my Department to fully determine the school's long-term accommodation needs. Factors such as current and projected enrolment, demographic trends in the area, and the likely impact of recent and proposed housing developments will be considered as part of my Department's assessment in determining the school's long-term needs. When this is fully determined, a decision will be made on how best to address the school's needs going forward. Consideration will also be given to the project's suitability for delivery under the small schools scheme at the appropriate time.