Fiona O'Loughlin
Ceist:260. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Education and Skills the way in which a person (details supplied) can continue education; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13002/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 21 March 2017
Ceisteanna (260)
Freagraí scríofa
This Government is committed to ensuring that all children with Special Educational Needs, including those with autism, can have access to an education appropriate to their needs, preferably in school settings through the primary and post primary school network.
Such placements facilitate access to individualised education programmes which may draw from a range of appropriate educational interventions, delivered by fully qualified professional teachers, with the support of Special Needs Assistants and the appropriate school curriculum.
In respect of children with ASD who cannot be accommodated in mainstream education, they may be enrolled in special classes or special schools where more intensive and supportive interventions are provided. Special classes are for students who have a recommendation for a special class placement in their professional reports.
Parents/guardians of children with special educational needs, who may need advice or are experiencing difficulties in locating a school placement should contact their local Special Educational Needs Organiser who can assist in identifying an appropriate educational placement for their child. Contact details are available on the NCSE website at www.ncse.ie.
The SENO can also advise parents in relation to supports which may be available to support children with special educational needs, including special transport arrangements which may be made available.
In addition, the NCSE has published a Guide for Parents and Guardians of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs on Choosing a School, which is also available on their website.