The NCSE Parents Notify service is now available for parents and guardians seeking a Special Class or Special School placement for their child for the 2027/2028 school year. A Letter of Eligibility is required when applying for a place in a Special Class or Special School. It confirms that your child meets the NCSE eligibility criteria to be considered for this type of placement.
Parents/ Guardians must notify the NCSE by 1st September 2026 and have all relevant documentation to support the application by 15th September 2026. Information required for this application along with the link to complete the form can be found by clicking here.
After submitting the form, you will receive a confirmation email with a reference number. The NCSE will review your information, and your local SENO will contact you with the outcome. If your child meets the eligibility criteria, you will receive a Letter of Eligibility, which is required when applying to Special Classes and Special Schools.
It’s important to remember that Parents Notify is not an application for a school place. You must still apply directly to schools for enrolment.
If you have any questions, please contact your local SENO or visit www.ncse.ie for more information.