James Geoghegan
Ceist:531. Deputy James Geoghegan asked the Minister for Education and Youth to review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29781/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 28 April 2026
Ceisteanna (531)
Freagraí scríofa
The key factor for determining the level of staffing resources provided at individual school level is the staffing schedule for the relevant school year and pupil enrolments on the previous 30 September. The staffing schedule operates in a clear and transparent manner and treats all similar types of schools equally.
The primary school staffing arrangements for the 2026/27 school year are set out in Circular 0025/2026. These arrangements contain an appeals mechanism for schools to submit a staffing appeal under certain criteria to an independent Primary Staffing Appeals Board. Information and application forms are available in Circular 0025/2026. The Board will meet in May to consider staffing appeals received from schools.
The Primary Staffing Appeals Board operates independently of the Department and its decision is final.