DS (7 with sensory problems and possible ASD) is due to go on a school trip on Friday to a Sikh school. He is quite keen and I asked school how they are going to ensure his inclusion because he has issues about eating and the Sikh school are feeding the children. DS is, as many ASD children are, a very picky eater who has problems with smells and tastes.
The Head is away but his teacher spoke to me today and basically suggested he stay off as going into another class for the day would be stressful for him and they clearly weren't interested in accomodating him but described it as not wanting to cause him distress.
I said he was looking forward to the trip and the only worry was lunch. I called DS over and he agreed
I pointed out that they would have to make arrangements if a child had an allergy or other dietary problem but the teacher just then referred me back to the SENCO.
I have offered to go but there's no room on the bus apparently.