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Here are some suggested organisations that offer expert advice on special needs.

Summer schools for children with learning delays

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MojoLost · 29/06/2010 05:19

Does anyone know if there is such a thing in the UK?
Apparently in the US there are all sorts. We live abroad and I would like to take DS to England for the summer.

In my ideal world, I would love to find a summer school that has lots of play but also "language based activities" and other things that kids with learning delays need.

Any ideas???

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Davros · 29/06/2010 09:42

There are lots of holiday schemes here, either run by Local Authorities or charities. I haven't seen one that does "work" on communication but they would certainly use visual strategies and PECs/Makaton/Singalong. They might, for instance, do a music or art project or workshop and use communication strategies, but built into play/fun activities. Personally I've never wanted DS to "work" at a scheme, I think he'd get confused. Of course, what you can get and the quality varies.

MojoLost · 29/06/2010 17:23

Thanks Davros.
Since I don't live in the UK currently I wonder if I woudl qualify. Do you know how I can find out? I have googled but all I find are summer camps and nothing about children with delays.

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