School bullies

My 7 year old son goes to an all boys school. He’s high functioning autistic and up to now we’ve had few issues at school. He doesn’t have any firm friend but he’s ok. 
but since year 3 started 4 children are now being physical and verbally bullying to him. He’s then lashing out and pushing and hitting back. This is happening most days. 
I have a meeting with the school tomorrow. I know he’s doing it because he’s feeling threatened. The school say they can’t separate them in the playground. What else can I ask them to do to help him feel safe at school and prevent these outbursts?

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  • Hi Helen, welcome.

    Good for you for listening to your son and seeing how he's reacting to everything. I wish my own parents had been as keen on how I was doing at school!

    I see you've had a lot of helpful replies already so just want to say good job and take things slowly.

    It's a journey for you and your son and together you will get through the difficult times.

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  • Hi Helen, welcome.

    Good for you for listening to your son and seeing how he's reacting to everything. I wish my own parents had been as keen on how I was doing at school!

    I see you've had a lot of helpful replies already so just want to say good job and take things slowly.

    It's a journey for you and your son and together you will get through the difficult times.

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