Joan Collins (Dublin South Central, Independents 4 Change)
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459. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if she will provide a progress report on the future of a school (details supplied) as an ASD-specific school for children aged five years of age plus. [40513/20]

Josepha Madigan (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael)
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The National Council for Special Education is continuing its engagement with schools, patron bodies, parents and others across the South Dublin area to bring additional special education placements on stream.

A potential location in terms of the provision of additional special school places has been identified and my Department has had engagement with its owner in this regard.

Discussions are ongoing regarding the next steps in utilising this accommodation for special school places.

This work will continue until every child has access to a suitable education. In the meantime, Special Educational Needs Organisers are available to support both families and schools who need help or advice.