Initial approval for special needs classroom in Laois school

Minister Sean Fleming has confirmed that initial approval has been granted for an extension to Rosenallis National School. 

The Minister for State at the Department of Finance said the initial approval is for a Special Educational Needs classroom.

Provision of SEN (Special Educational Needs) Classrooms in our schools is to support every child to have access to an educational experience that supports both their academic and personal development, said Minister Fleming. 

“I would like to acknowledge the great work by the teachers, SNA’s and support staff in Rosenallis National School for all their great work and support to ensure that every student has access to a school place which meets their needs,” he remarked. 

He said “as this is an initial project approval for Rosenallis School no further details about funding/construction is yet available.”