This weeks FAQ Friday asks the question my child has additional support needs, or experiences anxiety, Can they get extra support when starting primary or high school? This weeks thematic colour is a strong royal blue background with blue headlines and black writing on a white background. Card 1 of 4.
Part one of a three part answer highlights that yes, if your child has additional support needs or experiences anxiety they are entitled to extra support to help with the move. This is called an enhanced transition. An enhanced transition helps children and young people with their move to primary school or high school by putting additional support in place throughout the process. Card 2 of 4.
Part two of the answer explains support could be extra visits to the new school to meet some of the staff and become more familiar with the new environments. It also usually involves opportunities to meet with staff from the current school, the new school and any other professionals involved with your child to identify what support would be best. Card 3 of 4
The final part of the answer encourages you to speak to tthe person responsible for transition planning in your child's school if you feel an enhanced transition is needed. Remember the transition process should always be tailored to a child's incividual needs and interests as well as pace of adjustment to any move. Card 4 of 4.
We are often asked is 'Can my child get extra support when starting or moving school?'
YES! If your child has additional support needs, including anxiety, they might benefit from an enhanced transition.
Visit our website + search 'enhanced transition' for more info.
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