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What Accommodations Should Schools Provide for Children with ADHD? 

PostedSeptember 1, 2025
UpdatedSeptember 8, 2025
ByMy Patient Advice

Children with ADHD often require appropriate school accommodations to thrive in the classroom and meet their full potential. Schools can play a crucial role in supporting these children by providing the right environment and resources tailored to their unique needs. ADHD school accommodations may include strategies such as additional time for tasks, access to a quiet workspace, and support with organisation and time management. 

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There are several accommodations schools can provide to assist students with ADHD. An IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or a 504 plan is essential for creating a personalised education plan that ensures a student’s academic needs are met. These plans outline specific accommodations based on the student’s strengths and challenges. 

For example, schools may offer extended time for tests, preferential seating to reduce distractions, or the option for students to take breaks when needed. These adjustments can greatly improve focus and reduce feelings of overwhelm, which are common in children with ADHD. 

In addition to these formal plans, other support strategies such as visual aids, reminders for assignments, and clear, structured routines can make a big difference. Teachers can also encourage the use of organisational tools to help students manage their tasks effectively. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.   

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Clinical interviews and History Taking.

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Harriet Winslow, BSc - My patient advice author - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS, author and a reviewer for my patient advice - mypatientadvice.co.uk

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy. 

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