Taoiseach-backed special schools model 'not working for many children', parents say

Parents from Carrigaline Community Special School (pictured) and Belmayne Community Special School have raised issues about the level of available supports for their children, and the impact this model has had on their education. Picture: Chani Anderson

The new model for State-funded special schools, backed by Taoiseach Micheál Martin, is not working for the benefit of many children, concerned parents have warned.

A group of parents, whose children attend two recently established Community Special Schools, which both opened quickly and without the adequate resources fully in place, are to take their concerns to TDs in Leinster House on Wednesday.