Yay- University Offer For My Son (With ASD, ADHD and other things)

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Probably shouldn't post on here but wanted to as sure there are other parents on here who get a bit weighed down by the difficulties in getting their children (with or without special needs) through school.

My son has not had a good time with schooling, been bullied by both teachers and peers, was told not to bother coming back to college last year (a couple of days before the term started). This meant he had to get a loan (because he turned 20) to finish his BTEC elsewhere. We were also made homeless.

But persistence has paid off, he's been accepted by a really good university with a course that will equip him for the working environment as well as enable him to meet his potential, in an area he has special talent in.

Couldn't be happier for him. Course suits him down to the ground.

And of course, am the proudest cluckiest mamma ever lol.

Fireflyaway

Ah well done that's great news. Nothing compares to knowing you have a mum who loves you and believes in you so be proud of yourself too! I'm sure your love helped him to have the confidence to carry on.

fairy_lights

That's fantastic, you must both be over the moon!
Ive followed your posts and know what a difficult time you've had so its lovely to hear you've got such good news.
Hopefully he will find university a much more supportive environment than college.

ladymarmalade

Great news! Glad to hear he's not let the setbacks hold him back!

Gigervamp

That's brilliant news Deanna, you've had such a tough time it must feel wonderful to have something good happen.

Well done to your son, I hope it helps him to become more independent.

harrys_nan

Wonderful news, many congratulations to your son and also to you for being the fighter you have been for you kids xx

LilElvis

Congratulations to both of you. Having shown such perseverance to get this far he will go far - and it will be well deserved. X

Aced2016

Good for him

Mabye this is the start of good things for you both !

kingfisherblue

Oh wow Deanna - you must be over the moon! Well done Deanna's son! I know it can't have been easy, and the future will bring more challenges, but that is such great news. I'm so happy for you.

Message for Deanna's son - good luck at university, work hard, and enjoy.

KFB xx

Mojisola

deannatrois wrote: »

But persistence has paid off, he's been accepted by a really good university with a course that will equip him for the working environment as well as enable him to meet his potential, in an area he has special talent in.

Make sure everyone at the uni who needs to know about his difficulties is aware of them.

The arrangements the uni made for my son made the difference between his getting through the first year and having to withdraw.

Housing in particular were thoughtful in giving him some special treatment.

Mrs_Ryan

Many congratulations to your son!
He can also claim Disabled Students Allowance which will help with the costs of anything that may help him with his studies.