Ireland – Economic Research Services: Strategic Assessment and Business Case for Irish-Language Early-Years Facilities in Dún Garbhán

Croí na nÓg, a voluntary organization managing Naíonra Garbháin (an Irish-language immersion pre-school), seeks consultancy services to develop a Strategic Assessment and Preliminary Business Case for expanding early-years and pre/post-school facilities in Dún Garbhán, a Gaeltacht Service Town. The organization has recently purchased land adjacent to Scoil Gharbháin (Irish-language primary school) and requires expert analysis to determine the most efficient use of this land to meet growing demand for Irish-language educational services. The consultant will assess current facility capacity, project future demand from the expanding local population and working parents requiring childcare services, and develop a comprehensive business case following Infrastructure Guidelines. This engagement aims to enhance the continuity of Irish-language education from pre-school through primary school and ensure adequate pre- and post-school services for families relying on these facilities.