Use of School Premises

In 2005, the Department issued Circular Letter Prim 16/05 to all Boards of Management in respect of the Sharing of School Facilities with the Community. The purpose of this circular was to urge Trustees and Boards of Management to give serious consideration to such requests where possible.

In urging and encouraging the Trustees and Boards to respond sensitively to this need, the Department fully appreciates that the decision ultimately lies with the relevant Board or Trustees and that the first priority at all times should be the interest of the school, its teachers and pupils. Boards of Management should familiarise themselves with the content of this Circular which is available here.

It should be noted that the use of school premises during the school day, for purposes other than regular school business must have the prior approval of the Minister for Education and Skills.