Local stories show demand for change in school patronage (opens original article in a new tab)

A national survey shows significant demand for multi-denominational schools in Ireland, with some areas showing majority support, though changing patronage involves complex challenges including property ownership and funding.

• 42% of parents planning to send children to religious-run schools prefer them to be multi-denominational
• Some areas like Greystones show majority support for changing school patronage to multi-denominational
• Switching to multi-denominational requires consultation, property agreements, and funding