Jan 7, 2025, Irish Independent: Taoiseach Simon Harris acknowledges ‘incredible work’ of new special school in Wexford at official opening
Staff and students of Gorey Hill School were delighted to welcome An Taoiseach, Simon Harris and Minister Hildegarde Naughton to its official opening on Tuesday, January 7.
With a mission to provide a nurturing and supportive environment, Gorey Hill School is committed to fostering inclusive learning experiences tailored to the needs of each student.
The school features state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced and committed staff.
Speaking after the official opening, Principal of Gorey Hill School Kerrie Wickham said: "We are thrilled to welcome An Taoiseach and the Minister to officially open our school. Our dedicated staff members have worked tirelessly to create an environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their fullest potential."
Gorey Hill School is a Special School that provides an appropriate education for students, aged 4 to 18 years old who have a diagnosis of autism and complex learning needs or complex learning needs, with a professional recommendation for a special school. . .
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He commended the staff and said that he wished to thank them for their work, especially in regard to individual education plans, designed specifically for each and every child. “I know from talking to the teachers and the SNAs, that they are already seeing progress in the children in this school, even in a very short space of time, and it’s great to see children being happy to return to school,” he said.
The Taoiseach also thanked “everybody who made this beautiful building a reality and I want to acknowledge the work required to get from concept to school, to happy children in such a short period of nine months, which is something I don’t take for granted”.
Government Chief Whip and Minister for Special Education & Inclusion, Hildegarde Naughton TD said: “I am so happy to see Gorey Hill Special School officially opened. This is such an exciting and important day, especially for the children and young people who are at the very heart of everything we celebrate today.”
