Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 April 2021
1013. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Education the efforts being made by her Department and the NCSE to ensure a person (details supplied) obtains a placement in a school suitable to their specified educational needs. [19203/21]
View answerEnabling children with special educational needs to receive an education appropriate to their needs is a priority for this Government.
This year, over 20% of the total Education budget or €2bn will be invested in supporting children with special educational needs. As a result, the numbers of special education teachers, SNAs and special class and school places are at unprecedented levels.
The National Council for Special Education (NCSE) has responsibility for coordinating and advising on the education provision for children nationwide.
NCSE has confirmed that it is aware of the case referenced by the Deputy and, through the local Special Educational Needs Organiser (SENO), remains available to support both the family and the school concerned regarding a suitable placement.
