Vol. 537 No. 4
176 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for Education and Science the proposals he has to provide education for a person (details supplied) who suffers from ADHD and who is at present not receiving any education; and if he will ensure that a suitable placement is found immediately. [16472/01]
My Department is not aware of the case referred to by the Deputy. Enrolment in second level schools is the responsibility of the managerial authority of each individual school and my Department does not interfere in decisions made by schools in such matters. My Department's main responsibility is to ensure that schools in an area can between them cater for all pupils seeking second level places in an area. This may result, however, in some pupils not obtaining a place in the school of their first choice.
The national educational psychological service, NEPS, is available to all post-primary schools recognised by my Department. NEPS can advise on the management of any difficulties that pupils might experience and which may present problems in a school setting. Where appropriate it can also advise on any educational supports which might be required to ensure that a pupil's time in school is as productive and positive as possible
