Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 June 2013
239. Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Education and Skills his policy in respect of dual enrolment when children with autism and autism spectrum disorders are concerned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26766/13]
View answerMy Department does not facilitate the dual enrolment of children in schools. As such, SENO's can only allocate resources to schools in respect of those pupils enrolled in a school. However, dual placement arrangements are a regular feature of transitional plans for children who are transferring from one placement to another and should be managed locally by the relevant Boards of Management. In addition, some children with special educational needs in special schools or special classes may also attend mainstream classes on a part-time basis in line with their abilities and local arrangements are made by the relevant boards of management.
