Thanks geofizz!! That is so interesting. You've given me a lot to think about.

The good thing about our situation is that my son has a full time shadow with him at the moment (one that we fund). So it will be good in terms of having someone consistent with him and helping him with the transition.

He is ready to have support faded but I'd like to keep them until he is well and truly settled and showing he can handle this arrangement independently. There is no rush to fade etc.