Dáil debates
Thursday, 17 July 2025
Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions
Special Educational Needs
4:35 am
Michael Moynihan (Cork North-West, Fianna Fail)
We have had many discussions in recent weeks. The Deputy mentioned the deputation from the Down Syndrome Ireland Galway branch who were here yesterday to discuss mild general learning classes. ASD classes are opening across the country based on the need being presented. We have to be mindful of children with other additional needs and ensuring they are accommodated within the school system. That point has been well made by groups throughout the country and it is one we are very conscious of and keeping under constant review.
On the issue of admissions and the inspectorate report, my understanding is that a circular was issued after that review. It is important that the admissions policy is kept constantly under review because it will enable children to get into schools. We need to put an awful lot of thought into it in future as well.
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