(Ireland) Dublin: Special school reduces hours due to 'severe staff shortages'

Oct 5. 2026, Dublin special school forced to cut DAYS from class timetable over 'severe staff shortages' as parents 'under pressure'

A DUBLIN special school has been forced to reduce school timetables due to “severe” staffing shortages.

An Cosan Community Special School in Dublin 7 is still awaiting the recruitment of three teachers, three Special Needs Assistants, and replacements for two SNAs on long-term leave.

In a statement, the school principal stated that there are no longer sufficient staff to safely operate a normal school week.

It added that junior pupils would attend school on Mondays and Tuesdays only, while senior pupils would attend from Wednesday to Friday from this week.