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A little hello from a newbie

Mum2L&C

Hi All,
 
I'm Em and I am Mum to 2 fabulous boys; L is 12 years old and C is 3 yrs old.

L has recently moved to senior school and they have suggested that he is on the Sprectrum and they need assistance to manage him.

Throughout his school life I have been in and out of school for multiple reasons, we have had CAF's and mental health team assistance but the schools were able to offer lots of assitance and extra help. Sadly Senior's is very different and L is struggling every day to cope and manage his school/home life.

We have just had the Early Year Assesment team refer him to CAMH's but they have said he is on the 'Choice' list and we will be contacted when they can see him as currently they are only seeing those in "immediate and significant risk".

I have no knowledge in this area and am in need of some support as I'm desperate to help my lad any way I can.

We have looked into a private assessment and would find the funds if we thought it beneficial but from what I have read - it seems to be unhelpful to schools.

I'd love to hear any positive experiences with private assessments and any general advice for managing meltdowns and routine changes please.

Many thanks in advance,
Em x

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  • There are many posts on this forum regarding issues with the transition to secondary school, predominately mainstream, so suggest you have a look around.

    I have two sons with ASC in mainstream ed, both have statements, which has helped somewhat.

    My primary advice to you is to get as much "professional" assessments / reports as you can, including private if that option is open to you.  The more evidence that you can provide that supports your case the better.

    In the interim there is no harm in approaching your childs secondary school and offering some suggestions that may make his school life happier.   My sons are given quiet spaces in which to go if they feel anxious, allowed to leave lessons 5 mins earlier to avoid the stampede and allowed to eat their lunch in a private room.  These concessions are also available to other students, so see if this can be done for your child,  if appropriate. You never know.

    Good luck.

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  • There are many posts on this forum regarding issues with the transition to secondary school, predominately mainstream, so suggest you have a look around.

    I have two sons with ASC in mainstream ed, both have statements, which has helped somewhat.

    My primary advice to you is to get as much "professional" assessments / reports as you can, including private if that option is open to you.  The more evidence that you can provide that supports your case the better.

    In the interim there is no harm in approaching your childs secondary school and offering some suggestions that may make his school life happier.   My sons are given quiet spaces in which to go if they feel anxious, allowed to leave lessons 5 mins earlier to avoid the stampede and allowed to eat their lunch in a private room.  These concessions are also available to other students, so see if this can be done for your child,  if appropriate. You never know.

    Good luck.

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