At primary school level there tend to be three types of school settings available for children with special educational needs; mainstream primary schools, schools with specialist classes/units and specialist schools. Choosing which type of school is most suitable for your child can feel a little pressurised. Here is a little run down of what the different types of schools offer and the advantages of each.
Read MoreWhen introducing a new routine, visual support is particularly important as children have a lot to get their heads around! For children starting preschool or primary school we recommend using a weekly visual calendar.
Read MoreReading stories about school is a fun, non-threatening way to help children to begin to think about what school might be like. Talking about relatable characters, rather than themselves, may help them to gain some understanding before talking about their own feelings. There are so many lovely children’s books on this topic, here are a few of our favourites to share whilst preparing for transition into education.
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