The figure is now up to 12 in the region.
Two extra special classes are being approved for the 2026/27 academic year in Offaly.
Scoil Bhríde in Croghan and Clonlisk National School are set to receive approval, which now brings the total number of schools in the county with special classes for the upcoming school year to 12.
Fine Gael TD for Offaly, Deputy John Clendennen says it's a timely move:
More Action Needed To Tackle Adult Abuse Says Safeguarding Ireland
16% reported deliberately choosing not to act.
Athlone Drag Queen Brings Glamour To The Midlands
How Athlone based drag performer and founder of the The Haus of Kwén grew into a sell-out act and why LGBTQ+ spaces matter in rural Ireland.
BnM Lodges Windfarm Plans On Offaly Border
An Coimisiún Pleanála is due to decide the case by October 28th next year.
Carlow GAA Expresses Its Sympathies To Family After Work Related Inicident
Gardaí and emergency services were called to the county grounds at Netwatch Cullen Park at half past 10 yesterday morning.
Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike
Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice
Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Two People Taken To Hospital Following Midlands Crash
The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster
Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
