News - Autism
New Autism school places announced for Athlone
Parents have been highlighting the lack of school places in recent months.
Jul 13, 2022 18:53
Boost for extra classrooms plan at Ballinasloe Special School
The hope is that a new school will be in place by 2026.
Jul 1, 2022 12:55
Athlone mother calls for more school places for children with autism
Many are travelling long distances to school.
Apr 13, 2022 13:12
Roscommon CBS principal confirms major expansion of autism unit
A major expansion at the school was confirmed last week.
Mar 8, 2022 17:29
Longford Senator calls for change to language around Autism
Senator Carrigy believes a change is needed.
Feb 11, 2022 17:47
New autism unit opens in Granard school
The new unit has been widely welcomed by parents and staff.
Aug 31, 2021 17:41
Longford TD hoping Longford special needs primary school will be fully staffed
The school is due to open in September but there are worries over how many staff will be on site
Jun 29, 2021 10:37
Local autism support network urge parents to ask for help when needed
Secretary of the Group says asking for help is not a show of weakness
Jun 26, 2021 14:04
Longford Councillor calls on local secondary schools to spearhead creation of autism support units
A Longford Councillor is calling on the Minister for Education, Norma Foley, to change legislation in order to require secondary schools to provide mandatory autism
Jan 22, 2021 13:09Shannonside Newsletter
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