Parents get access to list of 'top schools'

PARENTS will be able to choose the best schools for their children after Education Minister Noel Dempsey cleared the way for the publication of league tables.

Mr Dempsey said the ban on the publication of information allowing parents compare schools based on exam results was "an extreme measure".

However, he suggested additional information other than just league tables based on Leaving Certificate performance should be made available for the benefit of parents.