It has been moved into the planning stage.
A new midlands school building has taken a step closer to being delivered.
A site designated for Coláiste Dhun Masc in Portlaoise has moved into the planning stage.
600 students are currently learning in three separate buildings.
A meeting was held in late November between the Department of Education, and representatives from the LOETB to discuss the future of the school.
Portlaoise Sinn Féin councillor, Caroloine Dwane-Stanley says she doesn't want to put a timeline on the process: