School years form an important part of a child’s development and preparation for later life. Children with Down’s syndrome will require additional support when they start school, and therefore, it is important to choose the school that will be able to meet your child’s needs.
Children with Down’s syndrome have a right to be educated within a mainstream school alongside other children. Education authorities should provide education in mainstream school. However, there are certain circumstances where this may not apply.
Even if your child has been attending mainstream provision, you still have the right to place them in a specialist provision if this is more appropriate for their needs.This also applies if your child has been attending a specialist provision and you wish to consider mainstream school.
You have a right to visit various schools before making a decision about the school you would like your child to go to. If you require any further information on choosing schools please contact us on 0131 313 4225 and we will be happy to support you.
