Construction work has started on a £1.3 million development scheme for Gaelscoil Ghleann Darach in Crumlin.

The new four classroom-based system build accommodation, funded through the Department of Education's Accommodation Fund, will replace the school's existing mobile accommodation.

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Education Minister John O’Dowd said: "This new purpose- built accommodation will give teachers and pupils at Gaelscoil Ghleann Darach four new teaching spaces, along with ancillary space and multi-purpose rooms. Development plans also include a hard play area as well as informal grass play areas for sport and leisure activities so children can develop their skills outside the classroom too."

Work is expected to be complete in October 2015.

(CD/MH)