21SPR59 Transition to Post-primary for Pupils with Special Educational Needs

This webinar will explore:

·        Legislation, policy and indicators of good practice relevant to transition from primary to post-primary

·        Explore the difficulties and challenges experienced by pupils with special educational needs during the transition process

·        Consider activities and strategies which may ease transitional difficulties.

·        Consider transition strategies during Covid 19

·        Investigate reading, resources and materials to assist in managing the transition process

Facilitators:

Geraldine O Loughlin is a teaching principal.  She is currently on secondment with the National Council for Special Education, working as a member of the Primary Inclusion Team.

Rose-Marie Flanagan currently works as a SENCO, special class teacher and mainstream class teacher.  She has just returned to her school after completing a five-year secondment as an Advisor with the NCSE. Rose-Marie also works as an Associate with the NCSE.