We've Moved from NW8 to W2 recently.
We have a DS who is 3 and while verbal, has a statement for special needs for Autism. We're under the impression that he is high functioning because he isn't disruptive, and can follow directions/is verbal does not seem to have disruptive sensory needs. He was awarded a 1 to 1 who helps him to go from one activity to another, but he does everything else himself. He is still quite quiet and only speaks when he really wants to. To most people he just seems shy. He see's a speech and language therapist through the NHS once a week, and privately has several tutors who give him lessons. So far he is hitting all of his milestones on time and is progressing nicely. We hope his improvement continues.
His name was down for a few schools from Birth, most of them in the NW8 area, before we ever encountered the word 'Autism'.
Now we hadn't planned on changing his school plans, once we had a confirmed diagnosis for our son we told our choice schools (our first choice is still a school in NW8, the school has experience with ASD and seem to be quite understanding of my son's needs). However, we've met neighbors who also have a DS with ASD and they find the Fox Primary School fantastic. I live .3 miles away from the school itself.
What are my chances of getting in? How good is it really? What should I expect when comparing it to a school like Arnold House?
I never expected us to live in NHG so didn't put his name down for Wetherbys, but I have spoken to Cheapstow House and am told they aren't quite full yet.
...I am also liking the sound of the fee's to be paid at the Fox Primary School--it's FREE! (I didn't know anything in London could be free).