372 Deputy Mary Wallace asked the Minister for Education and Science the position regarding the planning, design and building of a school (details supplied) in County Meath; if he is in a position to appoint a design team to enable this school to proceed to the next stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46561/09]

The project to which the deputy refers, was included in the list of 25 major school building projects which I announced on the 12 of February last to enter into architectural planning. Officials in my Department are currently assessing the most appropriate construction model for this project. I anticipate that my officials will be in contact with the school authorities shortly.