Dozens of schools have been forced to reduce the number of science subjects and higher level maths classes they offer as a result of education cutbacks.

Research carried out by the Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland revealed that a quarter of secondary schools in one part of Galway no longer have some science subjects on the curriculum, the Irish Times reports.

"The findings - due to be published shortly - are an embarrassment for the government; it has identified science education as a key part of its plans for a smart economy," the newspaper noted.

Furthermore, 20 per cent of schools in the east Mayo region have also been forced to cut back on physics, chemistry and biology classes.

In related news, the Irish Independent reported earlier this week that a paper recently compiled by a government advisory body states that most pupils make no progress in maths or reading during their first year of secondary education.

Written by Donal Walsh

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