266 Mr. J. Breen asked the Minister for Education and Science when the application for approval to extend a school (details supplied) in County Clare will be approved by her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37275/06]

The School Planning Section of my Department is in receipt of an application for the Small Schools Scheme 2007 from the school referred to by the Deputy. The closing date for this devolved scheme was 27 October 2006. The application will be assessed by my officials and publication of the list of successful applicants for the scheme will be published as soon as possible.