Hello,
Background-DS 6 (ASD) doesn't like school. Moved to new area in March. School not providing good enough support.He has a 1-1 all day. This school year so far has been a battle getting him in.
Last year didn't like going in but was always told at end of the day that he'd had a good day.Is always getting stickers and when I have seen his books have actually been impressed (as he won't put pen to paper at home).
BUT he really doesn't like going in, says it is boring,he doesn't talk,is too shy,it makes him angry.
He is really motivated by his own interests and I've 'fantasised' about what we could do if we HE. From mere daydreams I am now seriously contemplating removing him from school so we can tailor everything completely to his needs.
It does scare me though as he will not do any 'traditional' work which I am fine with (I keep telling myself) but I do wonder then how long do I let him 'get away with not writing' as although I know he can type if he wants,there will be times when he will need to fill out forms,etc.
the social aspect does concern me too as although he is okay on a 1-1 or very small groups, he does not like new big groups so it would be a trial to get him to any group activities (although that one we can work on).
His sister has just started the nursery of the school he would be leaving so would still have to have contact.
Other people tell me to look around for other schools but I haven't mentioned to anyone (except DP and my mother) that I'm thinking about HE. And yes their reaction and the need to explain and justify my reasons make me nervous too.
I know at the end if the day it is just down to what is best for my son but I am do scared of making the wrong decision but not realising until its too late.
Not any questions as such but just a massive incoherent ramble.if nothing else, it's made me feel better typing it out!