Dáil debates

Tuesday, 11 October 2022

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions

Special Educational Needs

10:45 pm

Photo of Josepha MadiganJosepha Madigan (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As I have mentioned, the review is ongoing and we expect it to be completed by mid-2023. It will involve a consultative element. There will be consultation with relevant stakeholders and we will be inviting them to participate. It is really important that we stay on top of technological advances all the time and that we are forward thinking with the technological assistance we can give to children with additional educational needs. Examples include laptops with modified software and audiological support for students with hearing impairments. Braille is also available. Children with more complex disabilities require essential specialist equipment to access the school curriculum. Schools not in a position to provide assistance to them through their normal resources may apply to the National Council for Special Education under the terms of the scheme.

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