The Admission Policy requires review in light of the Department of Education’s Circular Letter 0039/2025 Approach and key measures to support the Forward Planning for Special Education Provision for the 2026/2027 school year and beyond. Essentially the school is mandated to include a new paragraph in relation to the requirement for a letter from the NCSE for admission to the special class.

Along with the mandated change, the Board is proposing to the Patron some minor administrative changes/additions.

Please see the draft policy marked up for your convenience below. Comments or observations should be emailed to the Secretary, Board of Management at eoin.norton@newparkschool.ie.

Newpark Comprehensive School Admission Policy, draft revised policy September 2025