Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 November 2025
382. Deputy Jen Cummins asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she is aware of any secondary schools in Newbridge seeking deposits from parents to secure places; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [65467/25]
View answerSection 64 of the admissions act specifically prohibits the charging of fees or seeking payment or contributions for an application for admission to a school or at the time of accepting the offer for the enrolment of a student in a school.
Therefore, no charge can be requested or implied as a condition of admission for a school placement. This section applies to all recognised primary and post primary schools with exceptions only for fee charging secondary schools, boarding schools and schools that provide post-leaving courses or courses in further education in respect of these courses.
The Department has not been made aware of any school in the Newbridge area seeking deposits from parents. In instances where the Department is made aware of schools charging fees that are prohibited by section 64, the Department will follow up with the school(s) concerned.
