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Kerry schools face reduction in special needs assistants

At least 10 SNAs are to lose their school roles in the Killarney area following review

Schools described the move as 'disappointing' and likely to impact adversely on early intervention for pupils with additional needs.

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026 - 12:48

Anne Lucey

Primary schools in Kerry have been told of plans to cut the numbers of special needs assistants.

Schools described the move as “disappointing” and likely to impact adversely on early intervention for pupils with additional needs.

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