New projects approved for three County Roscommon primary schools

New projects have been approved by the Department of Education for three County Roscommon primary schools, according to Senator Eugene Murphy.

Senator Murphy has welcomed confirmation of initial project approval for three SET rooms, and a two classroom SEN base at Naomh Michael Agus Padraig, Cootehall; reconfiguration work to existing accommodation to provide an SEN class at Camcloon National School, Ballydangan; and reconfiguration works to provide a mainstream classroom at St. Anne's NS, Castlerea.

“SEN and SET rooms are crucial, so those with special needs are catered for within mainstream schooling,” said Senator Murphy. “The reconfiguration of school buildings makes absolute sense, as a valuable use of existing space.” 

Senator Murphy also welcomed the provision of mainstream classrooms. “Both, Minister Foley and I are responding to necessary education requirements within County Roscommon,” he said.