A special school in Cork, previously highlighted for its suspensions crisis, has closed to “work through a number of issues” including dysregulation among pupils and injuries sustained by staff. Carrigaline Community Special School, a school for students with a dual diagnosis of autism and an intellectual disability, has been closed since Friday morning following an incident at the school last Thursday during which staff members were injured. In a letter to parents seen by the Irish Examiner, Cork ETB director of schools Pat McKelvey said the school plans to reopen on Monday, March 9. It has been granted an additional supernumerary teacher and an additional special needs assistant (SNA) based on identified needs in the school. These additional staff will assist with providing a consistent staffing in the school in the event of any staff absences."

Source: Irish Examiner March 03, 2026 18:26 UTC