Proud mum bragging alert!

[random]

Just had Myles parent's evening last night and I am so pleased I am just telling everyone I know at the minute so please forgive me.

Only thing academically he is on par with his age for is his handwriting which he finds difficult as he isn't the best with motor skills and we are still concerned about his social skills but otherwise he is way above his age in everything, for maths and English he is at the level they would like him to be next year when taking his SATs and in his reading he has came out with the same ability as the 'average' 9 year old and he is just 6!

As some of you know, we have been concerned that Myles may be aspergers or at least to some degree on the Autistic spectrum. We are looking more into the possibility of our worries over his social skills after the summer and perhaps have someone in to see how he does in school but his teacher has said that he has improved over the year, when he first moved to her class in 'activities time' he would only play on his own with the train set (as he did in reception) but she has tried to push him into doing other things and now he will do a few different activities but still he has the things he will do and is reluctant to do anything else, and his motor skills are improving but it all points in the same direction at the moment so finally biting the bullet I guess which i'm quite nervous about.

But all in all very pleased and very proud!

[angieh]

So glad Myles is doing well and exceptionally in some areas. I don't know that much about child developmental milestones, but all children are individuals and some take longer at some skills than others. I am sure you have let him know that you are very proud of him! Well done Myles.

[yola]

Fantastic; well done Myles!! Dominik is similar, not quite 6 and achieving a reading age of just under 9, it's great when you hear news like that isn't it?

I think Myles is still quite young and it could be that there are confidence issues which are hampering his progression rather than any kind of tangible 'illness' cause.

There is a little boy with Aspergers in the class below Dominik and his symptoms are very pronounced . . . so if Myles has this he must be a very mild case because poor Aidan really does struggle with anything outside the absolute norm.

However, I would just urge caution with engaging specialists, especially through the school because once he is badged 'special needs' it can be more of a handicap than a benefit as he goes through life.

[Leesy]

That is great news about Myles`s parents evening (well done Myles)
It sounds like he is doing fantastic and WOW at the level of a 9yr old at only 6 yrs for his reading i bet your head couldn`t fit through the door on your way home

[Mags]

You have every reason to brag, Random........very well done to Myles...

You have a delightful son who has a very caring mum..... good luck with his progress...

[angieh]

Just have to add that in my book any child who loves and respects animals as Myles (and Domi and Sebi) obviously do are the tops in everything else too! Shows a nice loving and caring nature - long may it last for these lads.

[Leesy]

Originally Posted by angieh

Just have to add that in my book any child who loves and respects animals as Myles (and Domi and Sebi) obviously do are the tops in everything else too! Shows a nice loving and caring nature - long may it last for these lads.

That is so true Angie, there are so many children these days that just don`t know how to respect and care for any animals

[random]

Originally Posted by angieh

So glad Myles is doing well and exceptionally in some areas. I don't know that much about child developmental milestones, but all children are individuals and some take longer at some skills than others. I am sure you have let him know that you are very proud of him! Well done Myles.

Thank you Angie, I am so pleased!

Originally Posted by yola

Fantastic; well done Myles!! Dominik is similar, not quite 6 and achieving a reading age of just under 9, it's great when you hear news like that isn't it?

I think Myles is still quite young and it could be that there are confidence issues which are hampering his progression rather than any kind of tangible 'illness' cause.

There is a little boy with Aspergers in the class below Dominik and his symptoms are very pronounced . . . so if Myles has this he must be a very mild case because poor Aidan really does struggle with anything outside the absolute norm.

However, I would just urge caution with engaging specialists, especially through the school because once he is badged 'special needs' it can be more of a handicap than a benefit as he goes through life.

Thanks Yola, it's made my life, I must be doing something right! I have been very cautious over this because of the exact reasons you have outlined, it's always been a wonder but I have hoped he would grow out of it, however my mum works with special needs children ranging from learning difficulties to children who are totally wheelchair bound and she has been pushing me to get an appointment, I have been sticking my head in the sand but at the same time he does struggle in some areas and I honestly find it difficult knowing what to do for the best in the sense. He finds social interaction difficult and with strangers it's very very difficult.

Originally Posted by Leesy

That is great news about Myles`s parents evening (well done Myles)
It sounds like he is doing fantastic and WOW at the level of a 9yr old at only 6 yrs for his reading i bet your head couldn`t fit through the door on your way home

Thank you very much, I couldn't stop grinning, I still am now! His teachers have said he's been a joy to teach, what with all his quirky ways and such lol.

Originally Posted by Mags

You have every reason to brag, Random........very well done to Myles...

You have a delightful son who has a very caring mum..... good luck with his progress...

Thank you so much Mags, i'm so pleased!

Originally Posted by angieh

Just have to add that in my book any child who loves and respects animals as Myles (and Domi and Sebi) obviously do are the tops in everything else too! Shows a nice loving and caring nature - long may it last for these lads.

Thank you angie, I think that's more important than anything, to be a loving and caring person and he is that.

Originally Posted by Leesy

That is so true Angie, there are so many children these days that just don`t know how to respect and care for any animals

This is very true and I find it very sad.

[dinahsmum]

He sounds a lovely boy.
I don't know a lot about the autistic spectrum but I do think that little boys aren't as good at mixing as little girls are, so maybe he is more of a late developer with social skills as a balance to his academic skills.

[Moli]

Well done to Myles, you have every right to be proud Random...Give him a hug from me....