Today I spoke with one of the 'nuture' staff at my DD's school (9 poss. AS) about what support is in place for her as she was upset the previous day after a noisy afternoon in class. I suggested that perhaps she could go somewhere quieter to do her work in the afternoons as the class is more unstructured and the noise levels tend to rise. I asked if there was anything in writing to ensure everyone is aware of her 'difficulties' and that she may need extra support. Especially as she is very quiet and not likely to speak up if there's a problem, she would just put up with it then be upset with me at the end of the day.
The staff member said that as her issues have only recently come to light (in the last 8 months or so) that perhaps once she gets a diagnosis the 'ball will start rolling' for support for her. I said that she is the same child now before diagnosis, with the same problems, so what's the difference with her having an official 'label'? Nothing will change, she's not going to suddenly become more 'autistic'! Grrrr! Just frustrates me! In the mean time does she just have to struggle on?
Nuture teacher going to speak to CT and SENCo, I don't hold out much hope!
I think they'll be sick of me up the school if this doesn't get sorted sharpish!