The controversial merger of three schools in Co Down will go ahead, it's been confirmed.
St Mary's High School, De La Salle High School and St Patrick's Grammar, all located in the Downpatrick town, will become one – a new "co-educational 11-19 voluntary grammar school". It is believed to be opening next year.
The new school will utilise the three school buildings "pending capital investment for a one-site solution" and will have an admission number of 250 pupils. Up to 40% pupils will be admitted through academic selection.
