The Government has confirmed funding for three new mainstream classrooms at Scoil Naomh Fiachra in Illistrin.
Efforts to secure more space at the school has been ongoing for a number of years.
Welcoming the announcement Deputy Joe McHugh said:
“Government funding has been secured this week for f three new classrooms at Scoil Naomh Fiachra in Illistrin. The three new mainstream classrooms, when completed, will enable pupils of the school to learn and to develop in a modern educational setting. Each classroom will be 80 square metres.
“I have been working with Illistrin NS on accommodation and resource issues for a number of years. I would like to compliment parents, board of management and teachers for securing this funding.
“The installation works are now a matter for school management. I look forward to the completion of the works.”