 

A new ASD class has been sanctioned for Our Lady of Mercy Primary School in Sligo, providing additional specialist places for children with autism.


The approval brings the total number of new ASD classes across Sligo, Leitrim and South Donegal to 17 this year.


The move is being welcomed as important progress for families, allowing children to access education and support closer to home.


Speaking to Ocean Fm news Minister Marian Harkin says the expansion reflects ongoing commitment to strengthening autism education provision across the region.

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A new ASD class has been sanctioned for Our Lady of Mercy Primary School in Sligo, providing additional specialist places for children with autism.
 The approval brings the total number of new ASD classes across Sligo, Leitrim and South Donegal to 17 this year.
 The move is being welcomed as important progress for families, allowing children to access education and support closer to home.
 Speaking to Ocean Fm news Minister Marian Harkin says the expansion reflects ongoing commitment to strengthening autism education provision across the region.

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