special school

British

noun

a school for children who are unable to benefit from ordinary schooling because they have learning or physical disabilities, etc

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"There will always be some pupils whose needs are so great that they require support in a special school, and it's crucial the government's plans ensure all children get the support they need at the right time in the right setting," Paul Whiteman, general secretary of the union, said.

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Independent special schools charge an average of £63,000 per child per year, more than twice the £26,000 cost of a state special school.

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Bernie Davis, the principal of a special school in Belfast, said there is a "lack of support" as staff are expected to "make decisions about things that you've never been trained in or never experienced before".

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Davis has worked at Park Special School in Belfast for more than 30 years and been the principal for 10.

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Caroline Campbell's autistic son Oscar is coming to the end of his time in his special school.

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