Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 175: To ask the Minister for Education and Science his plans for the development of a school (details supplied) in County Dublin and the school's buildings; the timescale of such plans; the cost of same; the status of the plans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13712/09]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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The proposed extension/refurbishment project at the school to which the Deputy refers is at an early stage of architectural planning. The progression of all large-scale building projects, including this project, from initial design stage through to construction, is dependent on the prioritisation of competing demands on the funding available under my Department's capital budget. The project will be considered in the context of the Department's multi-annual school building and modernisation programme. However, in light of current competing demands on the capital budget of my Department, it is not possible to give an indicative timeframe for the progression of the project at this time.

Brian Hayes (Dublin South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 176: To ask the Minister for Education and Science the number of new schools planned to be built in 2009; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13713/09]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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I understand that the Deputy's question relates to the number of building projects planned for new schools which are starting for the first time in September 2009. In this regard, my Department plans to recognise two new post-primary start-up schools in 2009 in the North Dublin area. One of these schools, Ardgillan Community College, Balbriggan, will be accommodated in a new school building which will provide accommodation for up to 350 pupils initially. The second school, Luttrellstown Community College, will be initially provided with temporary accommodation. It is intended to provide permanent accommodation for this college at a later stage.