AQW 45003/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education
To ask the Minister of Education for an update on the provision of a new 500-pupil special school, including a precise location, as referred to in the Assembly Chamber on 28 April 2026 during questions on the NSMC Education Sectoral Meeting.
Asked by Paula Bradshaw MLA on 28 April 2026
- Answered
- Written
- Priority
- Tabled
- 28 April 2026
- Answer due by
- 7 May 2026
- Answered
- 1 May 20263 days after tabling
- Department
- Department of Education
- Priority question
- Yes
Answer
My department, working with the Education Authority, is currently exploring a number of potential sites in the South Belfast area to deliver the new 500 pupil, 3-19 special school.
The preferred location for the school has not yet been determined, as with all major capital projects, this will be confirmed through the business case process.