Mr. John D. TaylorTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what was the enrolment in each of the most recent five years at Moneyreagh primary school; what plans there are to replace the temporary accommodation at this school with permanent accommodation; what provision is being made at this school for the increasing population at Moneyreagh; what proposals he has for nursery education at Moneyreagh; and if he will make a statement about education opportunities at Moneyreagh.
§ Dr. MawhinneyThe enrolments at Moneyreagh primary school in the last five years were as follows:
Year Number 1988 134 1989 136 1990 133 1991 129 1992 136 Note: The enrolment figures given are for January in each year.
The school's approved enrolment and maximum admissions numbers for September 1992 are 171 and 26 respectively and are considered sufficient to meet the immediate demand for places. The position will be kept under review in light of enrolment trends; at present, the South-Eastern education and library board has no plans to increase the accommodation at the school or to replace the temporary accommodation.
The provision of nursery education at Moneyreagh is, in the first instance, a matter for the South Eastern education and library board; to date no proposals have been made by the board.
My right hon. and noble Friend the Paymaster-General is satisfied that the school is able to provide appropriate educational opportunities for children in the area.