Education Policy
Seanad Éireann — 2024-05-16
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Jack Chambers (FF), Dublin West

I thank the Senator. I will reflect the feedback and perspectives he has given on the success of what is happening in Breifne College, Cavan, as well as the need to make sure all children and young people are given the opportunity to thrive based on their ability. The Senator's point is that we must mainstream that in a much more significant and substantive way within our education system.
In the context of my taking this Commencement matter on her behalf, the Minister has set out to me that we have a framework that enables that. Yet, the Senator's point is about the outworking of that in schools and how they do it on a practical basis. I will reflect the points the Senator raised today to the Minister. We must ensure that everyone in our classroom, including those who need exceptional levels of support and everyone else, can fulfill their opportunity within the education system. I will bring that to her attention and I appreciate the Senator for raising this today.

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Sitting date: 2024-05-16