(IRELAND) Northern Sound: 5 schools approved for more special classes
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Jan 12, 2026, News Northern Sound: Five schools in region to receive special education class
"There is such pressure on schools now. To have the special education class sanctioned is a real help to the school in terms of the resources they can access."
A number of schools across the Northern Sound region have been sanctioned for special education classes.
Breifne College in Cavan Town, St. Michael’s National School in Cootehill, Killinkere National School, Scoil Éanna in Ballybay, and Corracrin National School in Monaghan, will all benefit from the news.
The classes were announced by the Minister of State at the Department of Education and Youth, Michael Moynihan this morning.
Speaking to Northern Sound, local Minister of State Niamh Smyth welcomed the news.
She acknowledged that main stream schools are under pressure to provide specialised care for children with additional needs.
The Fianna Fáil TD said that the sanctioning of special education schools is welcome news to schools, parents, and students.
Minister of State Smyth said: "There is such pressure on schools now. To have the special education class sanctioned is a real help to the school in terms of the resources they can access. . . .
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