Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2012
266 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Skills if it is possible to facilitate access to an ASD unit as soon as possible in the case of a minor (details supplied) in County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11486/12]
View answerThe National Council for Special Education (NCSE), through the local special educational needs organisers (SENOs), is responsible for processing applications from primary and post primary schools for special educational needs supports including the approval of special classes for autism. The NCSE operates within my Department's criteria in allocating such support. All schools have the names and contact details of their local SENO. Parents may also contact their local SENO directly to discuss their child's special educational needs, using the contact details available on www.ncse.ie. I have arranged for the matters raised by the Deputy to be forwarded to the NCSE for their direct reply.
