AN ELEVEN-year-old boy from Reading who was diagnosed with autism when he was just two and a half years old has made great progress in maths since he started online learning.
Pranav Aiyer, a pupil at Katesgrove Primary School in Reading, signed up with the British International Youth College (BYITC) three years ago.
He has been taking weekly one-hour online courses in Abacus Maths and coding.
His mother, Mona Arun Tiwary, said: “Kids with this condition, like my son Pranav, have immense potential, and people need to know that they can excel with the right support.
“It took a month for Pranav to settle and focus, but I could see the progress immediately. “Earlier his attention span was very short and he couldn’t focus for more than 15 minutes at a stretch.
“But now he is easily able to attend sessions for almost one and a half hours, and is much more focused and attentive.”
Mona is passionate about supporting other parents who may feel anxious or overwhelmed about their child’s condition, and hopes others will also see their children thrive.
“The BYITC Abacus programme benefits neurodiverse as well as neurotypical children
“While focus issues are common, once these kids find their focus, they can excel beyond expectations.
“Many neurodiverse children in my network have benefitted greatly from the BYITC Abacus course, which I’ve recommended to their parents.
“I take pride in my child’s journey and embrace his condition wholeheartedly.”
BYITC’s founder and managing director, Dr Rashmi Mantri, said: “With Children’s Mental Health Week set to run from February 3 this year, we have been highlighting how students with ADHD can benefit from a curriculum specifically designed to match their unique learning styles, creating an environment where they can excel.
“By gamifying the learning experience, offering individualised support, and creating a nurturing environment, we empower students with ADHD to build confidence, develop essential skills, and achieve long-term success.
“BYITC can help and support diverse learners, including those with ADHD, dyslexia, and autism, and remains committed to helping such children unlock their full potential.
“We invite parents and educators to learn more about our programmes and how we can support children with ADHD and autism in their academic journey.”
For more information, visit: childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk and byitc.org
