Hi,
We removed DS1 (nearly 6) from school in mid-Sept due to issues with his teacher. He has always had difficulty writing (inc holding his pen properly) and they were being 'very angry' (teacher's words) with him for refusing written work. He was kept in at lunchtimes and punished. He was also getting into trouble for poor listening and never changing for PE on time. We thought he was struggling and was unhappy so we removed him. He has been mush happier since and is making progress with his writing with me.
DS is actually very bright and could free read basic books at 2.5 and has an excellent understanding of science especially physics. He does find it hard to sit still and doesn't look at people when they speak to him. He is definitely not AS as he loves metaphorical language and is very cuddly etc.
Anyway, someone who turned out to be an occupational therapist pointed out to me today that his problems areas and also lack of self-organisation and dexterity (as well as other factors) suggested mild dyspraxia. I have looked it up online and he hits most of the checklist.
Anyway, I really don't want to take him to see anyone. He has epilepsy and a heart block and I just don't think he could take any more 'labels'. He is coming along well in his own way and I am sure he will get there in the end.
I was wondering if anyone else has gone down this route. Also how can we help his self-organisation, his constant leg-swinging and wriggling and his listening skills. The not looking at people thing is particularly bad as it affects his social interactions. He can do it if he is prompted or particularly interested but often just doesn't choose to do it. Any tips?