My autistic 5 year old did not get an offer for school when he turned four in Spring last year. As a result he has not started reception but the nursery was happy to have him until the term he turns 5 which is now,. He finishes nursery in December. We are aware there are 2 SEN schools offering a place to start next academic year in 2026. Between Jan and July next year he will be out of school. I am wondering if anyone has been in a similar situation and what you did for your child diring that gap. What help and support is available. He is non verbal and not yet potty trained.
We were offered to name a mainstream school on his EHCP but we did not as he needs to be in a specialist setting. Until 2026 September, we do not want him to stay at home and have no interactions or learning for 2 terms. We are having a final meeting with the nursery and early years support end of November for his EHCP.
This is worrying us the parents and I am lacking sleep from this situation.
