Education Minister Norma Foley said there would be more support for schools in disadvantaged areas. Half of primary pupils – from junior infants to second class – are in the first phase of the return along with 63,000 Leaving Cert candidates. All other primary pupils, and fifth years, are pencilled in for a March 15 return, while post primary classes from first to fourth year will have to wait until after Easter. Schools have been working hard in recent days to prepare to welcome pupils back. Meanwhile, Education Minister Norma Foley has announced an enhanced package of supports for schools in disadvantaged communities, effective from September.

Source: Irish Independent March 01, 2021 02:26 UTC