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Meet Declan

  • East London

Before Joining TCES East London School

  • Declan’s attendance was 75%.
  • He was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
  • When overstimulated and distressed, Declan would often display challenging and violent behaviour.
  • These incidents often involved defiance, inability to follow instructions, and volatile outbursts which resulted in physical attacks towards school staff.
  • Declan displayed sexualised behaviour towards peers and staff.
  • He found it difficult to concentrate on tasks and would often get distracted during lessons.

July 2019 – Started at TCES East London School

Progression

  • Declan’s attendance increased to 92.19%.

Staff adopted a structured, therapeutic approach, focusing on positive reinforcement, clear boundaries, and regular communication with Declan and his parents.

TCES East London School integrated calming and regulating activities, such as short breaks with therapeutic support and sensory activities, to help manage his anxiety and maintain engagement.

  • Gradually, Declan developed trust in staff and peers, leading to a significant reduction in aggressive and inappropriate behaviours.
  • Declan now actively participates in lessons, has an improved level of respect for teaching staff, and is engaging positively with his classmates.
  • Declan was able to study and sit his GCSE exams. Declan was incredibly proud that he achieved a pass in Entry Level 2 Maths and Entry Level 3 English.
  • Following his GCESs Declan enrolled on a SEND course at Newham College and is excited for the next steps of his education journey. Something he once wasn’t excited for.
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