Common application system for children applying for special schools to be introduced
The minister for educaton is planning to introduce a common application system for children applying for special classes or schools.
Currently, most families apply to many schools in the hopes of securing a place and the process can be incredibly stressful.
On Thursday, the Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee plans to launch the 2025 summer programme.
The programme, formerly known as July provision, is designed for children and young people with special educational needs and those at risk of educational disadvantage.
Speaking in the Dáil this week, Ms McEntee said the introduction of a common application system for children applying for special classes or for special schools has the potential to be a "game changer" for parents.
Published by The Irish Examiner, 13th February 2024