THE Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has today announced the sanction of a new, four-classroom school building for Knocknagoshel National School.
In total, the build will provide for four general classrooms, a GP room, a library/resource area and ancillary accommodation.
This project has been approved under the Department’s Major Capital Programme as part of Project Ireland 2040.
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A Service Level Agreement (SLA) between Kerry ETB and the Department will be formally agreed before a design team is appointed to deliver the project.
Minister Foley said: “I am very pleased to announce the news that a new school has been sanctioned for Knocknagoshel national school.
“This is a welcome development for the close-knit rural community in Knocknagoshel and its hinterland. This announcement is a recognition of the importance of the provision of excellence in education to boys and girls in a rural community.”