Kildare school claims it is being ‘punished’ by department after enrolling extra class

St Corban’s National School in Naas is facing potential class cancellations after enrolling an additional class that was formally requested by the Department of Education. The school claims it's being punished for this move since the department has refused to allocate the necessary teacher. This situation highlights ongoing tensions between schools and the department over resource allocation and funding, raising questions about the support provided to educational institutions and the impact on students' learning experiences. The dispute underscores a broader issue regarding teacher shortages and school autonomy in Ireland.