Found an excellent ASD school!

[StarlightMcKenzie]

Woodcroft. It isn't huge with huge grounds, or an awful lot to look at but OMG at the level of expertise and sheer knowledge of the staff. The Headteacher is AMAZING and KNOWS, not just about ASD but what parents have to go through.

Just thought I'd share. Sadly it is independent (not that expensive, although probably out of the range for most parents purses) but if you get a chance to see what is 'out there' then do.

oh I am glad for you! I take it the price is to cover your .................ahem reputation?? heheheheeee

Starlight, is it in your price range?

Looks great, but you'd need the LA to fund it?

do LAs do part funding???

Where is it star? Anywhere near Surrey, Richmond or Feltham?

North London, Chigwell way. Loughton, I think.

Too far for dh to drive to work, shame.

No, I doubt it is in my price range but they don't take privately funded children anyway, - only those funded by LA.

Sadly there are a few reasons why it isn't the right placement for ds. One of those is simply the particular cohort for his year group being too small a group. But I was impressed nonetheless and the HT has invited me to call her at any time for advice even if ds isn't going there and they are SO supportive of parents.

please tell me it is down the road? and free?

damn. not down the road or secondary.

Sorry AYC. Should have been more clear.

I know it isn't in a convenient location for many, but if anyone is considering moving, you can live in Waltham Forest rather than Essex. Essex is a bit of a horrendous LA to take to tribunal but Waltham Forest are just idiots and likely to be easier to win against.

And WF really has NOTHING to offer as an alternative.

s'ok star. doing some intensive school googling. got excited for a mo.

AYC, Have you considered Blossom House? Not sure if it is suitable but looks good.

i'm in wilts.
only at the very beginning of looking at alternatives - all suggestions welcome.