Colman Noctor: We need to bridge the post-school gap for children with additional needs
For many parents of children with additional needs, the school journey is turbulent. Whether it is fighting and campaigning for support or resources in times of scarcity or the constant worry as you watch your child progress through different stages of their educational journey.
Yet, the parental struggle often pales in significance to the experiences of the young person trying to manage these dynamics daily.
Many students and parents long for the day they complete their educational journey and no longer have to be reminded of their struggles. However, as the completion of their school journey approaches, a new set of worries and concerns often emerges. As challenging as navigating the school environment is, the adult world, without familiar supports and relationships, can be equally daunting.
Published by The Examiner, 25th March 2025