Ireland
Autism pre-school to get extra resources
Tuesday, 21 March 2006 22:20
A Co Wicklow pre-school for children with autism has received word that the Government will provide it with additional resources.
The news came as parents of pupils at St Catherine's Pre-School in Barnacoyle protested outside the Dáil over the school's possible closure.
The school has received word from the National Council for Special Education that a third pre-school class for children with autism was being sanctioned with immediate effect.
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This news should ensure an education future for the 16 existing pupils, plus another five who are awaiting placement.
Audio & Video
- Nine News: Mary Wilson, Legal Affairs Editor, reports that extra funding is to be made available for a Co Wicklow pre-school for children with autism as parents staged a protest outside the Dáil
- Six One News: Mary Wilson, Legal Affairs Editor, reports that parents protested outside Leinster House to put pressure on the Govt to secure the future of St Catherine's Pre-School in Barnacoyle
