The NSW Parliament General Purpose Standing Committee No. 2 recently commenced a new inquiry into the provision of education to students with a disability or special needs.

The Committee is currently seeking submissions from interested individuals and organisations. The Committee is looking at:

• the adequacy of current funding for children with a disability or special needs attending NSW schools,
• best practice approaches in determining the allocation of funds,
• the adequacy of current special education places, and
• the provision of support services to students with a disability or special needs.

 The closing date for submissions is Friday 19 February 2010. Public hearings will be held on 22 and 23 March 2010.

Resources

• The full terms of reference and further information about the inquiry can be found on the Committee’s website at: http://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/gpsc2

Information

• Rhia Victorino, Senior Council Officer - Committees
  Legislative Council
  Parliament of NSW
  Macquarie Street
  Sydney NSW 2000 
  ph: 02 9230 3508
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