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Does the application process for school places need reform after all ?

 On Friday, families across Ireland received school place offers.  In many areas in the country...

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12.46 17 Nov 2025


Does the application process for school places need reform after all ?


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12.46 17 Nov 2025


 On Friday, families across Ireland received school place offers.  In many areas in the country where acute population growth has been recorded, many families struggle to secure school places for their children. Despite a pilot scheme being rolled out to remove the need to apply for schools individually in towns facing shortages. Louise in Greystones joined Lunchtime live to discuss her challenges in securing a place for her child.  Louise was also joined by other listeners with similar stories and Aontú Education Spokesperson and Assistant Principal in a Secondary School in Limerick.


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