He is a strong personality and, when feeling safe and supported, his best self shines through. He is curious and smart and loves sharing his knowledge with others. But he is also a sensitive soul and his defence mechanisms are on high alert, which comes out as anxiety and a quick temper when he's feeling unsafe. His current school environment often feels a bit like Lord of the Flies, and I feel that it is not nurturing the best in him, but instead teaching him survival. While there is value in survival skills of this nature, at this young age I feel his curiosity and natural draw towards experimentation is being silenced. I know he could thrive in a different environment and after attending the information evening and the classroom observation, I feel that a spot at WMA could be a perfect opportunity to help him embrace his strengths and flourish. 