Eoghan Kenny (Cork North-Central, Labour)
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384. To ask the Minister for Education and Skills if it is possible to review or appeal the application for a pupil (details supplied) to have assistive technology; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7130/25]

Michael Moynihan (Cork North-West, Fianna Fail)
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Under the Assistive Technology Scheme, as set out in my Department’s Circular 0010/2013, funding is provided to schools towards the cost of computers and specialist equipment, which are required for educational purposes.All equipment provided under this scheme supports children with more complex disabilities who, in order to access the school curriculum, require essential specialist equipment. It must be clear that the existing I.T. equipment in the school is insufficient to meet the child's needs. Where necessary, schools may also purchase new or additional equipment or software for students from normal school resources or funds.

Officials from my Department have contacted the school concerned. The school have confirmed that no application for Assistive Technology has been submitted in respect of this child.

It is open to parents to liaise with their school or contact SENOs directly to discuss their child’s special educational needs, using the contact details available at: