Staff burnout key reason for schools not doing Summer Programme

The survey of more than 100 schools centred on the programme, which caters for children with complex needs. It has previously been criticised for low take-up among schools. Picture: Larry Cummins

Staff burnout and a lack of financial incentives are some of the key reasons behind less than half of special schools saying they will offer the Summer Programme this year, a new survey has found.

The survey of more than 100 schools centred on the programme, which caters for children with complex needs. It has previously been criticised for low take-up among schools.