New special school to open in Carrigtwohill in September 

The school, one of two to open nationally in September, will prioritise children who do not yet have a school place

Education Minister Norma Foley and Minister of State for Special Education Josepha Madigan are announcing today that the two new special schools will be established for the 2023/24 school year. Picture: iStock

Two new special schools set to open in September, one in East Cork, the other in Dublin, will prioritise children that do not yet have a school place.

Education Minister Norma Foley and Minister of State for Special Education Josepha Madigan are announcing today that the two new special schools will be established for the 2023/24 school year.