Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello,
I wonder if anyone can advise me please? My daughter is in year 6, she has learning difficulties, she's diagnosed autistic, dyslexic, dyscalcula and possibly dyspraxic. Her learning is at a pre school level. The struggle is causing her high anxiety. She is too nervous to ask for help.
I already signed her up for a mainstream high school but I've changed my mind. I would like to apply to other schools more suited for her needs. Where do I start? How do I change her school? I have considered the idea of home schooling until we find her a suitable place.
I think I need support for planning this. I am autistic myself.
Thank you for taking the time to read my message.
Does your child have an EHCP? If so, you can ask for a review and say you would like the LEA to consider naming a special school for her.
Hi NAS64584,
You may find it helpful to visit our online advice and guidance which explains more about getting extra help in school, assessments, education plans, reviews and school transport.
Extra help at school in Wales
Extra help at school in Scotland
Extra help at school in Northern Ireland
Extra help at school in England
If you require further support, you may like to contact the following organisations:
Wales
Scotland
Northern Ireland
The Children’s Law Centre provides a free legal advice service and legal representation for children and young people.
The NI Commissioner for Children and Young People (NICCY) and their work is focused on making sure children and young people have access to their rights in their day-to-day lives, so they have the best opportunity to reach their full potential.
England
If you need support with an appeal against a decision about a child or young person’s educational needs, your local tribunal administration may also be able to help:
First-tier Tribunal (special educational needs and disability) in England
Special Educational Needs Tribunal for Wales
Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal (Northern Ireland)
First Tier Tribunal for Scotland Health and Education Chamber
Kind Regards,Rosie Mod
I certainly think that one-on-one tutoring, and visual learning methods, would help your daughter. She could very much excel at certain areas of interest. And it really depends on whether or not your daughter is high needs, or low needs. I went to a mainstream school growing up, so I don't really know how things would be at a special needs school. But I hope that someone else may know something, and could post resources for you. Maybe a mod could help.