ADHD in School: Finding the Right Learning Environment for Your Child

Essential questions for parents who are seeking the best learning environment for a child with ADHD or learning disabilities.


Filed Under: ADHD Accommodations, 504s, IEPs, Talking with Teachers
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Young students run through a school hallway at a learning institution for children with ADHD and learning disabilities. ADDitude Magazine

If your child has been diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD), one of your top priorities is finding a school that matches his learning style. It may seem like a scavenger hunt, but armed with the right tools, you can find the prize: a school that understands ADHD.

The key to finding the right school is to start early and to do your research. If you know what to look for in a school — and the right questions to ask — you'll be up to the challenge. Here, we tell you everything you need to know to find the right school for your ADHD child. Consider it a little help with your homework.

Step 1: Understand Your Child...

Step 2: Interview the School...

Step 3: Go on the Open House Tour...

Step 4: Observe the Students...

PLUS: Which Is Better for ADHD Students? Public or Private School?

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