Potential disruption to NCSE services due to planned Industrial Action from 30 September 2026

Potential disruption to NCSE services due to planned Industrial Action from 30 September 2026


We wish to advise schools, parents/guardians and our stakeholders that, due to planned industrial action by a significant cohort of our staff, some of our services may be disrupted from 30 September 2026.


While every effort is being made to maintain our core services and minimise inconvenience, delays may occur in our engagement with you, including responding to your queries, processing applications, carrying out reviews, and providing other supports.


Please be assured that every effort will be made to prioritise urgent and time-sensitive matters during this period.

Parents Notify: Parents/Guardians should continue to inform the NCSE when seeking a specialist placement for 2027/28 by making submissions via our portal. https://www.ncse.ie/parents/current-application-processes/parents-notify-special-class-special-school-placement/


We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank families, schools and stakeholders for their patience and understanding.


Updates will continue to be provided on our website and through our usual communication channels, as further information becomes available.
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