Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 March 2025
308. Deputy John Connolly asked the Minister for Education for an update of the development of a new school (details supplied); the plans for the temporary location of the school while the new building is being developed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13044/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe joint major building project for the school referred to by the Deputy is currently at an early stage of architectural planning - Stage 1 – Preliminary Design, which includes an assessment of the site and location suitability, and initial sketch scheme. This project is being delivered as part of the Departments ADAPT Programme.
The ADAPT Programme uses a professional external Project Manager to co-ordinate and drive the Design Team to achieve the best possible timeframe for the project through the stages of Architectural Planning to Tender and Construction.
The project brief is for the delivery of 2 new replacement 24 classroom primary schools and classrooms for pupils with special educational needs, at the existing site in Renmore, the demolition of the existing buildings, and removal of the current temporary accommodation.
As part of the Stage 1 - preliminary design stage of architectural planning, a viable decant solution is required to be identified and cost planned, in order to progress the project.
To assist the Design Team and the School Authorities, Department officials are considering decant options and once a feasible option is identified, the Department will revert to the School Authorities and the Design Team.
