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sports & autism in school

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My son was diagnosed with ASD and ADHD in March of this year - since then we have experienced a catalogue of incidents at school as a result of his teacher leaving and the handover not being managed properly. 

I am highly concerned about him starting his next year at this school where there is a huge emphasis on interschool games.  My son does not respond well to being knocked in any means- as a result of his ASD and finds it hard to emotional regulate post the event.  The school have threatened suspension as a result of meltdowns before.

Where do I stand if he is unable to participate and the school exclude him as a result? I would like to know from a legal perspective - if this could be classed as a reasonable adjustment, if he is unable to play these interschool sports? And what legislation could I point to.

Many thanks for your help.

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J 

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  • I’ve not experienced this exactly - although my children definitely struggled with sport in school. Your son is entitled to reasonable adjustments - there’s no question about that. If I were in your shoes I would put all your concerns in writing in an email to the school. It’s always good to put things in writing to make clear what your concerns are and what adjustments you would like to request. Always try to keep the relationship with the school as positive and friendly as you can. Have the approach of ‘how can we work together to help my son to do as much as he can without getting overwhelmed’. Show willingness to listen to the schools suggestions too. Keep things calm and friendly. Often schools can be very defensive in these situations so it’s important you don’t give them any excuse to be unhelpful. 
    After long years of dealing with my son in educational settings (both my sons are autistic - I am also autistic - and my youngest also had selective mutism in all educational settings) I’ve learned that keeping a good relationship with the school is essential. Even if at times you might be extremely annoyed with a lack of support etc from the school it’s important to always keep as calm and polite as possible and keep things as friendly as you can. Friendly but firm is the best approach, and make sure you have things in writing. Good luck! 

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  • I’ve not experienced this exactly - although my children definitely struggled with sport in school. Your son is entitled to reasonable adjustments - there’s no question about that. If I were in your shoes I would put all your concerns in writing in an email to the school. It’s always good to put things in writing to make clear what your concerns are and what adjustments you would like to request. Always try to keep the relationship with the school as positive and friendly as you can. Have the approach of ‘how can we work together to help my son to do as much as he can without getting overwhelmed’. Show willingness to listen to the schools suggestions too. Keep things calm and friendly. Often schools can be very defensive in these situations so it’s important you don’t give them any excuse to be unhelpful. 
    After long years of dealing with my son in educational settings (both my sons are autistic - I am also autistic - and my youngest also had selective mutism in all educational settings) I’ve learned that keeping a good relationship with the school is essential. Even if at times you might be extremely annoyed with a lack of support etc from the school it’s important to always keep as calm and polite as possible and keep things as friendly as you can. Friendly but firm is the best approach, and make sure you have things in writing. Good luck! 

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