Shortening Timeframe for Identifying Students with Special Needs in Mainstream Schools to Expedite Support and Interventions

Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament

Mr Christopher de Souza, Holland-Bukit Timah GRC

Question

To ask the Minister for Education (a) what is the current average timeframe for identifying special needs students in mainstream schools; and (b) whether this process can be expedited or reviewed more regularly to ensure timely access to appropriate support and needed interventions for them.

Response

1. This question has been addressed by the written answer to oral Parliamentary Question Nos 30-31 on 3 February 2026.