Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 November 2004
349 Mr. Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Science when a decision will be made on an application by a person (details supplied) in County Roscommon for education in the specialised autism unit commencing in Summerhill national school; the reason for the delay in making a decision on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28054/04]
View answerMy Department recently sanctioned the establishment of an autism class in the school referred to by the Deputy. The staffing level of the class will comprise of a teacher and two special needs assistants. My officials are liaising with the National Educational Psychological Service regarding the application for the pupil in question. A decision will be conveyed to the school as soon as this process has been completed.
