Menu
03/03/2011
Fermanagh Primary School Building Begins
Building work on a new primary school in County Fermanagh is now underway, with the NI Education Minister, Caitríona Ruane welcoming the development.
Being both a fillip for the parish of Aghadrumsee and for the local construction sector, the building of the new school opposite St Macartan's Church will facilitate the amalgamation of the existing Corranny Primary School, Knockmacrooney, Roslea and Cornagague Primary School, Magheraveely.
The Minister said: "This is a momentous day for Corranny and Cornagague Primary Schools. The start of construction work on their new amalgamated school building represents an investment of £1.58m by my Department in the future of this area and its community.
"Since taking office in May 2007, 50 major capital school projects have been completed. I have worked to raise standards in schools, both educational and in relation to providing good accommodation. I have spent the capital funding allocated to me and will continue to put the case for sustained funding for education," the Sinn Fein Minister said.
Elsewhere, the Minister also approved a development proposal for St Paul's Nursery School, Belfast, to close and re-open as a 52 full-time place Nursery Unit with effect from 1 September.
Commenting on the decision, Minister Ruane said: "Quality pre-school education can help the development of children and improve their social and communication skills. I wish the children attending St Paul's Nursery Unit well as they embark on this exciting journey which will provide them with a sound foundation for future success."
(GK)
Being both a fillip for the parish of Aghadrumsee and for the local construction sector, the building of the new school opposite St Macartan's Church will facilitate the amalgamation of the existing Corranny Primary School, Knockmacrooney, Roslea and Cornagague Primary School, Magheraveely.
The Minister said: "This is a momentous day for Corranny and Cornagague Primary Schools. The start of construction work on their new amalgamated school building represents an investment of £1.58m by my Department in the future of this area and its community.
"Since taking office in May 2007, 50 major capital school projects have been completed. I have worked to raise standards in schools, both educational and in relation to providing good accommodation. I have spent the capital funding allocated to me and will continue to put the case for sustained funding for education," the Sinn Fein Minister said.
Elsewhere, the Minister also approved a development proposal for St Paul's Nursery School, Belfast, to close and re-open as a 52 full-time place Nursery Unit with effect from 1 September.
Commenting on the decision, Minister Ruane said: "Quality pre-school education can help the development of children and improve their social and communication skills. I wish the children attending St Paul's Nursery Unit well as they embark on this exciting journey which will provide them with a sound foundation for future success."
(GK)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
02 March 2018
Schools Closures Across NI
The Department of Education have published a list of all schools across that have confirmed they will be closed today, Friday 2nd March, 2018 due to the adverse weather conditions.
Schools Closures Across NI
The Department of Education have published a list of all schools across that have confirmed they will be closed today, Friday 2nd March, 2018 due to the adverse weather conditions.
22 January 2013
Heavy Snow Closes Over 80 Schools
Over 80 schools across Northern Ireland have been closed as the heavy snow continues to cause disruption on Tuesday morning. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, as the snow is continuing to affect many roads. Areas which have been majorly disrupted include Lisburn, Castlereagh and Carryduff.
Heavy Snow Closes Over 80 Schools
Over 80 schools across Northern Ireland have been closed as the heavy snow continues to cause disruption on Tuesday morning. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, as the snow is continuing to affect many roads. Areas which have been majorly disrupted include Lisburn, Castlereagh and Carryduff.
06 December 2024
New Bill To Make School Uniforms More Affordable
Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the Executive's decision to allow the preparation of a new School Uniforms Bill. The proposed legislation aims to make school uniforms more affordable for parents by requiring schools to prioritise affordability in their uniform policies.
New Bill To Make School Uniforms More Affordable
Education Minister Paul Givan has welcomed the Executive's decision to allow the preparation of a new School Uniforms Bill. The proposed legislation aims to make school uniforms more affordable for parents by requiring schools to prioritise affordability in their uniform policies.
11 August 2016
Fire At L'Derry Primary School Being Treated As Suspicious
A fire at a L'Derry primary school is believed to have been started deliberately. The fire at the Good Shepherd Primary School, in the Waterside area of the city, was reported shortly before 8pm on Wednesay night, 10 August.
Fire At L'Derry Primary School Being Treated As Suspicious
A fire at a L'Derry primary school is believed to have been started deliberately. The fire at the Good Shepherd Primary School, in the Waterside area of the city, was reported shortly before 8pm on Wednesay night, 10 August.
13 October 2022
Education Minister Opens New Irish Medium Primary School
Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has welcomed pupils and staff at the official opening of the Gaelscoil na gCrann, Irish Medium Primary School in Omagh. The new £3.85million school includes a seven class primary school and single nursery unit.
Education Minister Opens New Irish Medium Primary School
Education Minister Michelle McIlveen has welcomed pupils and staff at the official opening of the Gaelscoil na gCrann, Irish Medium Primary School in Omagh. The new £3.85million school includes a seven class primary school and single nursery unit.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:The day will be very windy with strong to gale force westerly winds becoming occasionally severe along the north coast. Sunny spells will be interspersed with scattered showers. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:West to northwest gale force winds, severe along the north coast, will continue overnight. Frequent showers persist, merging into longer periods of rain at times and turning wintry. Minimum temperature 1 °C.
