A Development Proposal (DP) is required under Article 14 of the Education and Libraries (Northern Ireland) Order 1986 before any significant change can be made to a school.

Development Proposals Overview

Development Proposals are the statutory means by which proposed changes of significance to education provision can be effected. The changes proposed must align with the current Area Plan for education provision and Operational Plan. 

The Department has published detailed guidance describing the development proposal process and supporting guidance on implementing school amalgamations and guidance on the procedure for the transfer of a voluntary school to controlled status.

Development Proposal Guidance - October 2024 

Circular 2018/15 - Guidance on Implementation of  Approved Development proposals for School Amalgamations.

Procedure for the Transfer of a Voluntary School to Controlled Status

 

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