Transitioning to secondary school can be daunting for any child, especially for one on the autism spectrum. As your son prepares to enter a selective grammar school, it’s important to focus on maintaining his authentic self while encouraging social connections. His invitation to a classmate’s birthday party is a positive step, indicating he has been noticed and included. Emphasizing that every new student shares feelings of nervousness can help him relate to peers, creating opportunities for engagement without compromising his identity.
The invitation to the birthday party indicates that your son is already being held in mind by peers, which is a positive sign for his social integration.
Encourage your son to embrace his true self while also understanding that fitting in is a common challenge for all children entering secondary school.
Every child and new teacher will be feeling nervous about transitions, which creates common ground for your son to connect with others.
The transition from primary to secondary school can be daunting for any child, prompting worries about fitting in that can affect social relationships.
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