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The Top 10 Accommodations Schools Must Provide (and How to Ask for Them)

Updated: Oct 2

One of the biggest questions parents ask is: “What kinds of accommodations can my child receive?” The truth is, schools are required to provide supports that help your child access learning on an equal level with peers. Here are ten of the most common—and powerful—accommodations.


10 Common Accommodations


  1. Extra time on tests and assignments

  2. Preferential seating (near the teacher, away from distractions)

  3. Small group or quiet testing environment

  4. Frequent breaks during class or testing

  5. Use of assistive technology (speech-to-text, audiobooks, calculators)

  6. Modified assignments or reduced workload

  7. Visual aids, graphic organizers, or step-by-step instructions

  8. Behavioral supports or check-ins

  9. Access to sensory tools or movement breaks

  10. Flexibility in participation (for example, oral vs. written responses)


How to Ask for Them


  • Bring specific requests to your IEP or 504 meeting. For example: “My child needs a quiet room to test because they get easily distracted.”

  • Tie your request to your child’s documented needs (from evaluations or teacher reports).

  • Remember: If it’s written in the plan, the school is legally required to provide it.


Why It Matters


Even small accommodations can make a huge difference in your child’s success.


How We Can Help


Upload your IEP or 504 into our system, and we’ll identify which accommodations your child is already entitled to—and suggest ones that might be missing.

 
 
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