Guidelines and Applications for School Leaders
School Leaders
Information and guidelines on services and supports provided by NCSE
Find information on Assessment of Need, School TPL Support, Special School Curriculum Support, SNA Review, SNA Appeal, SET Review, Assistive Technology, School Transport and the
National Nursing Pilot Programme.
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Assessment of Need
The Assessment of Need (AON) is a statutory process under the Disability Act 2005. It allows parents or guardians to apply to the HSE to assess the health and education needs of a child or young person born on or after 1st June 2002. If the HSE determines that education needs may exist, they request the NCSE to assist by gathering input from schools to help identify and describe those needs.
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School TPL Support
School TPL Support refers to a reimagined model of Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) designed to enhance teaching practices and improve outcomes for students with special educational needs.
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Special School Curriculum Support
Special School Curriculum Support is a service designed to assist special schools in implementing national curricula at the primary level.
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SNA Review
An SNA Review is a formal process through which a school evaluates its current allocation of Special Needs Assistant (SNA) support and applies for adjustments based on the evolving care needs of its students.
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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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SET Review
A SET Review is a formal process through which a school evaluates its current allocation of Special Education Teachers (SET) support and applies for adjustments based on the evolving care needs of its students.
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Assistive Technology
The NCSE process applications for Assistive Technology for students with special educational needs.
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School Transport
The NCSE process applications for School Transport for students with special educational needs.
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National Nursing Programme Pilot for Children with Complex Healthcare Needs
The NCSE coordinates the National Nursing Programme Pilot in partnership with the HSE, managing applications, confirming eligibility, and supporting schools and families to ensure children with complex healthcare needs can access nursing care during the school day.