Not literally, obviously.
DS is 8 and just started year 4. He's bright but he's very small for his age and he's in a big class - 32 children of whom at least 20 are boys and 4 have special needs.
Increasingly over the last year or so, I feel like he doesn't get noticed or get any attention in class. I'm not pushy so I find it hard to speak up too - but I'm now really worried about it. His teacher and TA are both new to the school this year and we also have a new head share arrangement so I feel kind of lost about how to help him or who to speak to. He's following a bright, high achieving big sister and while he is equally able, he doesn't believe in himself because he never gets noticed or praised in class. I'm worried that if they continue to ignore what he can do, he'll stop trying and become naughty/disruptive.
Is it worth having a chat with the teacher or will I just look like a pushy parent? And would you be worried about the dynamics of such a big, boy biased class?
Thanks.
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My son is invisible - what can I do?
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JemTheAngel · 23/09/2016 11:12
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