If you are seeking a specialised school place for your child (for example an autism class in a secondary school), you must notify the National Council for Special Education (NCSE). The parent’s notify portal is now open for families to contact the NCSE if they are seeking specialised educational placement for the 2026/2027 school year.
https://ncse.ie/notify-ncse-special-class-special-school
Families are advised to contact the NCSE before October 1st 2025. The eligibility letter from the NCSE must accompany a child’s application for enrolment for a Special Class or Special School placement.
