Advice on School Options for Daughter with SEMH and Possible ASD

[Momi77]

Hello,

My daughter is 13 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges and some traits of ASD (undiagnosed). She missed Year 8 classroom lessons but attended Haven, a calm supportive setting. She needs 1:1 support, speaks selectively, and is not verbally aggressive. I’m looking for advice on schools or provisions that could meet her needs, including Farney Close, Hambrook, Philpots Manor, or LVS.

I replied on the thread you posted on asking for SEMH school suggestions, but with the extra information in your OP here, I would avoid (most) SEMH settings. Most SEMH settings would be unsuitable for DD because most SEMH settings are aimed at those with challenging behaviour. With the further information, I doubt Hambrook and Farney Close will be suitable. Typically, LVS like a diagnosis. Still worth looking/asking. Another one to look at is Northease Manor. Although it will be a long journey at school run times.

Thank you for your response. I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts. My daughter’s mental health needs developed during a period when she was self-harming, which led to a few A&E visits, though she is now have safety plan in place. I also contacted LVS, but they explained that all their pupils need a confirmed ASD diagnosis, and my daughter is still waiting for her assessment through Right to Choose.