SNA Appeal

What is an SNA Appeal?

An SNA Appeal refers to the process by which a school in Ireland can formally challenge the outcome of an SNA Review

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Eligiblity criteria for an SNA Appeal


An appeal can only be submitted by a school if a review of the school’s SNA allocation (i.e. an SNA Review) has already taken place before May 30th, 2025.

Guidelines

This section provides school leaders with a guidance document that contains details on eligibility criteria and outlines the process for submitting an appeal of a decision arising from the outcome of an SNA Review.

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SNA Appeal

Guidelines for an SNA Appeal

The guidelines outline the process and criteria for schools to appeal decisions arising from an SNA Review.

Appeal Form

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SNA Appeal

Appeal Form

Please complete the Appeal form and submit it as an attachment on the NCSE Portal. See the Submit your application tab.

NCSE School Portal

Submit your application for a SNA Appeal through the NCSE School Portal. Ensure to attach the completed Appeal Form.

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NCSE School Portal

Submit your application for an SNA Appeal

To submit an application,
– Login to the NCSE School Portal
– Create a New support ticket
– Select SNA Appeal from the Type menu.
– Attach your completed Appeal Form
– Click Apply

Once this request is received, NCSE will contact you, either through the portal or by phone, within ten school days.