New special school to open in Rochestown

Three other Cork special schools will expand their places

There has been a growing demand for special school placements in Cork in recent years, in particular for post-primary students with autism and complex learning needs. 

The Government is set to confirm on Wednesday that a new special school is to open in Rochestown, Cork, next academic year for children and young people with autism and complex learning needs up to 18 years of age. 

Furthermore, three other Cork special schools will be expanding their place numbers.