School Patronage

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 October 2022

Tuesday, 25 October 2022

Questions (405)

Alan Farrell

Question:

405. Deputy Alan Farrell asked the Minister for Education the role that her Department plays in the funding and management of Sudbury schools which are located around the country; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53303/22]

Written answers

Minister for Education

The primary schools referred to by the Deputy are private fee charging primary schools. Private fee charging primary schools are not recognised schools under the Education Act and my Department has no role in their funding or management.