You will need to visit the campus and talk to the administrator in order to determine if you feel your child's needs can be served in that setting. This type of setting can be helpful in adapting a child to a typical preschool. It is important to be clear with the school as to your child's needs, any limitations in participating in activities and any special medical conditions. Then you and the administrator can make an informal decision as to which school programs will be appropriate for your child. Combination Programs are available to meet the unique needs of individual children and their families.
Many families find it desirable to use a combination of programs for their child.
This might include having the child attend a community preschool program and receive related services from the local school district. Some children may attend a special education preschool program from one to five days weekly and in addition, attend a community preschool program. If deemed appropriate upon consultation with school district specialists, some children with special needs will be included in a public or private preschool program. Some families choose to use other community resources such as recreation or gymnastic classes, religious schools or informal social groups to provide for their child's needs. Because no two children or their families are alike, developing a creative combination program can be a way to individualize and personalize services for a child with special needs.