Tánaiste opens new €525,000 extension in Balla National School [education.ie]
- Published: 12 November 2010
The Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills, Mary Coughlan TD, today opened a new extension in Balla National School, Co. Mayo.
The school has an enrolment of 159 pupils.
The new school extension, completed at a cost of €525,000 has three new classrooms.
In addition, the funding allowed for the replacement of the flat roof on the linkage area, alterations to the school drainage, sewage and heating system, upgrades to electrical works and the provision of car park and drop off areas.
Speaking at the school, the Tánaiste commended the school's principal, Patricia Flatley, teachers, pupils and the local community for working so diligently to bring the project to completion.
The Tánaiste also praised the school for its involvement in the Green Schools Programme.
"The programme is an international education initiative involving a whole-school environmental management approach.
"In participating, students learn the importance of environmental issues and, more importantly, how to take practical steps in tackling green issues in their school and home lives.
"Achieving the standards necessary to be awarded a green flag is a significant undertaking by any school.
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