Seán Crowe (Dublin South West, Sinn Fein)
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Question 133: To ask the Minister for Education and Science if she will introduce a primary school database in order to assist with tracking and combating early school leaving. [25804/06]

Mary Hanafin (Dún Laoghaire, Fianna Fail)
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My Department is developing a Primary Pupil Database which will monitor the progression of individuals through the education system. The database will be a very useful tool for the Department in evaluating the effectiveness of educational initiatives and I am anxious that it be developed as soon as is practicable. However, I am sure the Deputy will appreciate that the project must be developed carefully to ensure that the final product meets the needs both of schools and of the Department.