Hi,
In Boston. Need something for my 3rd grader with mild dyslexia/slow processing speed. So far, Carroll and Landmark said no to her. Where to now? Any true insights?
Not really needing a high end prep feeder. Just a school with REAL expert attention to her dyslexia. Many say they have a “learning center” but frequently they are not robust.
So why not public? Yes, it’s still an option. We will move if needed. Sudbury, lexington? But, overcrowding and large classrooms would not be optimal. Plus being pulled out is a confidence killer. Thinking socially, a smaller private school maybe better.
You could look into the Hope Graham program at Bancroft School in Worcester. I don’t have personal experience with the school but had just started looking at it before landing a spot elsewhere.
I know kids with various mild-er LDs that have been successful at Atrium and Fayerweather. I believe Acera has a lot of twice-exceptional kids too. My understanding is that parents think very small classes and focus on learning processes were helpful. Those all (I think?) have dedicated learning specialists to help with additional math and/or reading supports. It’s been awhile since I was looking at K-8 in detail.
FWIW I have been warned away from Lexington public by a number of people in personal and professional capacities. They have great testing results, but the stress and focus on academic achievement and perfection at all costs seems off-the-charts competitive and harmful to many kids. (Far more so than in neighboring towns that also have excellent college matriculation and well prepared students). It is awesome for some, I am sure.
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(Also to note, a LPS with a good system may be ideal if willing to move. They do have more types of services and will be legally obligated to meet them (though you may argue if they are being met;)
I just am not familiar enough on each town’s nuances to give good advice!)
Your son sounds like my son, who was first diagnosed as mild dyslexic , then was re-evaluated again and was not found to have dyslexia anymore, but he has a slow processing speed especially when doing math problems and writing assignments.
He is now a graduating 6th grader at the Learning Project in downtown Boston. He did well in school despite his learning challenges. We supplemented it with extensive tutoring with a Orton Gillingham tutor. PM is you want more info about the Learning Project.
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