DS is autistic and has a statement. He wants to do Maths, Further Maths and Physics as A levels (as these are his best and "easy" subjects), in order to do Maths, or Computing, or Engineering at University.
With his IGCSE results this seem to be falling apart. He got Bs instead of predicted A* and seem not being able to meet his 6 form offer.
We are really at loss what route to take, given his ASD.
The thing is because of his ASD, his difficulties with interaction and communication, DS would struggle in those mid level service jobs in which normal people thrive. He needs something very technical, but doesn't seem to have the grades for it.
What went wrong? Not clear. Mostly nerves. DS underperforms under pressure. Not good at exams. Not good at explanations in those science exam papers.
What is DS good at, what does he enjoy? Playing Minecraft, working on the computer. He learned to program.
What other routes are there into Maths and Computing degrees?
How to come back from a set back at GCSEs?
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HisMum4 · 20/08/2014 18:45
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