Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi,
Hope all of you are well in these difficult times?
My son has Autism and attends mainstream school. Some things he finds challenging, some very easy. He is 'high functioning' though I find that misleading as it suggests it's not so tough for him!
My question is around his expected level of attainment. He is doing ok in school, and without an EHCP at the moment. The school is going through the process of applying for one for him.
My question: Should we expect he get given support to achieve his full potential or just a sufficient education? He's very clever and I think with help he could achieve a very high standard of education.
Does anyone have experience of the education system in this circumstance?
Would appreciate any advice out there!
Andy
I am not a professional but my penny's worth
You say he is good at some things well I would certainly encourage them and help as much as possible. As for the other subjects, also encourage but do not force, that will make it worse.
Do not pamper to him and let him get his own way all the time. All children need boundaries.
This is from my personal experience.