Paul Kehoe
Question:177. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Education when a school (details supplied) can expect to receive appointments for NEPS assessments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43497/23]
View answerTuesday, 10 October 2023
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My Department’s National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) provides educational psychological support to all primary and post-primary and special schools.
The NEPS service provides access for all schools to:
• Psychological support in the event of a Critical Incident
• A Casework Service for individual children where there is a need for intensive consultation and assessment via a NEPS psychologist or through the Scheme for the Commissioning of Psychological Assessments (SCPA).
• A school staff Support and Development Service, to build school capability to provide a comprehensive continuum of support in schools and
• Ongoing access to advice and support for schools.
In relation to the school referred to by the Deputy, I understand that the school has been informed of the name of the psychologist assigned to them for this school year. A planning meeting will be held with the school to agree priorities for the year.