Boy’s family wins permission to challenge school placement

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A boy with autism was granted permission to bring a High Court challenge over his school placement on 5 July 2024. The family says his current school cannot meet his needs and seeks an appropriate ASD-specific place.

The National Educational Psychological Service assessed the boy as having autism and a moderate intellectual disability, and recommended an ASD-specific school. His parents said a dozen suitable schools they approached were full.

The proceedings seek an order requiring the respondents to provide suitable education and a declaration that they failed in their duties. The case was due to return to court later that month.