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flag Ireland may lack spots for up to 1,000 special needs students by September 2026 due to surging demand and insufficient school capacity.

flag A surge in demand for special education placements in Ireland could leave up to 1,000 children without spots by September 2026, exceeding government capacity despite budgeted expansions. flag Applications have grown exponentially, with projections showing a 67% increase in students with complex needs since 2020. flag While the government has allocated additional funding and pledged no cuts to Special Needs Assistants, officials acknowledge a shortfall of 200 special classes. flag Families face long waits and transportation challenges, with some children traveling hours daily. flag The situation has drawn criticism over planning and preparedness, with lawmakers warning of potential political fallout.

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