children with disabilities

Survey reveals only 14% of children with disabilities are thriving in Irish schools

Survey reveals only 14% of children with disabilities are thriving in Irish schools

A new survey has found that just 14% of children with disabilities are thriving in school, while more than a quarter have experienced physical restraint, according to research presented to the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Disability. The findings, compiled by Inclusion Ireland, paint a concerning picture of the educational experience for children with disabilities in … Read more

Nearly 17,000 children with disabilities await overdue assessment as school year begins

Nearly 17,000 children with disabilities await overdue assessment as school year begins

Almost 17,000 children with disabilities are facing delayed assessments of need as the new school year approaches, representing an increase from the same period last year. HSE figures show 16,593 children were classified as “overdue” for an assessment of need (AON) at the end of June, highlighting ongoing systemic delays in providing crucial evaluations that … Read more