Denis Naughten
Question:507. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Education and Skills her plans to extend the July provision; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42569/15]
View answerTuesday, 1 December 2015
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July Provision is available to all special schools and mainstream primary schools with special classes catering for children with autism that choose to extend their education services through the month of July. My Department also provides July Provision for pupils with a severe/profound general learning disability. Where school based provision is not feasible, home based provision may be grant aided.
There are no immediate plans to extend the July Provision Scheme. The National Council for Special Education (NCSE) has recently submitted their Policy Advice on Educational Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. In developing this policy advice, the NCSE has consulted widely with parents, professionals and other stakeholders and interested parties while also conducting research. The policy advice is currently under consideration in my Department.
My officials will consider and report to me on any recommendations in the report which relate to the issues raised by the Deputy.