Jan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour) | Oireachtas source

That is specifically in regard to special schools rather than regular schools. The Teaching Council has expressed the view that all teachers should have the relevant teaching qualification. I understand the Senator's concerns, however. The intention is that the legislation will be reviewed regularly. I acknowledge that Montessori teaching requires a qualification but the council's view is that registration should be in accordance with qualifications for primary and post-primary schools. The issue is not specifically mentioned in the legislation because it is set out in regulation rather than primary legislation.