School welcomes pupils back after TB outbreak

AMID a sprinkling of rain and a smidgeon of apprehension, parents yesterday walked their children through the gates of Scoil Iósaf primary school into the media spotlight and a new school term, albeit a week behind schedule.

There to greet them was school principal Denis O’Sullivan, delighted finally to open the doors after public health officials gave the green light for the return of pupils to the school at the centre of a TB outbreak.

“We’re delighted to be back at school this morning, albeit a week later than scheduled, and our focus this morning here in Ballintemple primary school is very much about creating a routine for the children,” Mr O’Sullivan said to waiting reporters.