6 year old DD

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DD is 6 in year 1.

Has a full EHCP with 32.5 hours 1-1.
Is on a reduced timetable 11-3. She isn't really coping with that. She had two days off school this week and 12 hours in school. During those 12 hours in school she achieved 20 minutes (in 2 x 10 minute blocks) learning activities. The other 11 hours 40 minutes were either lunch time or attempting to regulate her.

One of the issues we are finding with specialist provision is she is too academically capable as she doesn't have a learning difficulty. She's 2 + years behind in reading & writing. 1-2 years behind in maths.

She hasn't had a cognitive assessment yet. I'm not entirely convinced she doesn't have a learning difficulty and if it's confirmed it may help with choosing suitable schools. Any ideas on the best way to proceed or if I'm clutching at straws?

Was DD not assessed by an EP during the needs assessment? She should have been.

Do you think the EHCP is reflective of DD's needs or do you think you need an early review or reassessment of needs?

Why is DD on a reduced timetable? Unless it is short term and working towards reintegration it is illegal.

Have you looked at all the special schools within travelling distance, including independent and out of area? And any additional/enhanced resource provision/units?

Apologies for so many questions.

@10brokengreenbottles not in person due to lockdown.

The ehcp itself I think is fairly good but the catch is the environment. We are meant to be working towards reintegration but she's struggling with the 11-12 increase. Purpose of the reduced timetable is so she is better able to manage following adult instruction.

I've looked at all of them, age and gender seem to be our Achilles heal :(

I would ask for an EP assessment

If your think any of the SS within ~45mins will work then push for them. Or even further away since many do travel more than the recommended travel time. Don't just let the LA tell you they aren't suitable if you think they could be.

Do you think another MS may be better? Smaller or more outdoor space or one well regarded for being flexible.

I have a DS who has an EOTAS package because there isn't any appropriate provision. Would that be an option?