How can a lower income family get in to a school to support my child with adhd
Expert Answer
You may be interested in browsing the schools we work with that support children with ADHD, here: http://www.ourkids.net/adhd-schools.php to learn more about the types of programs and activities they offer, as well as any additional support.
Many private schools are willing to working with parents and offer scholarships or other payment options in order to help cover the costs, so it's a good idea to contact the school(s) of your choice directly to ask what they might be able to offer in terms of financial aid. You may also qualify for tax breaks, such as a medical tax break, at eligible schools with specialized staff.
We have a few different articles with tips on financial assistance and ways to pay for private school tuition, including medical tax breaks, here:
Private School Tuition Overview: http://ourkids.net/school/private-school-tuition.php
Paying for Private School 18 Tips: http://www.ourkids.net/school/pay-for-private-school-18-tips.php
Finding the funds to help pay for private school: http://www.ourkids.net/school/finding-the-funds
Resources to help pay for private school: http://www.ourkids.net/blog/resources-to-help-pay-private-school-22369/
Information on private school grants and bursaries, including requirements and a search tool for financial aid and scholarships: http://www.ourkids.net/private-school-grants.php
Private school scholarships: http://www.ourkids.net/private-school-scholarships.php
We also have information on private school tax deductions and credits which may be useful: http://www.ourkids.net/private-school-tax-deductions.php
You may also be interested in attending the Private School Expos where you can meet face-to-face with a number of different private schools, including those with special needs support, all in one place as well as attend information seminars. Many parents find this helpful to learning more about private school education and narrowing down their choices: http://www.ourkids.net/expo/
