I have Asperger's and possible ADD, and I also have extremely sensitive hearing, so, for example, a sprinkler outside may distract me during a lesson because that's all I can hear. I'm doing all essay subjects, so the exams are long and I can't focus for that length of time. I'm not talking about having pop music blaring, but could I possibly have some background noise tracks in headphones to assist me? Sorry if it's a stupid question.
I think it's unlikely, as headphones are usually banned from exams (according to the big poster displayed by Ofqual outside all exam rooms), however if you can get a letter from a medical professional, you could try asking for it under access arrangements.
I was allowed to sit my exams in a separate room, and got extra time and rest breaks - I know some students who have had 'helpers' to prompt them when their concentration begins to wane...I don't know if any of those things might be helpful for you?
I have Asperger's and possible ADD, and I also have extremely sensitive hearing, so, for example, a sprinkler outside may distract me during a lesson because that's all I can hear. I'm doing all essay subjects, so the exams are long and I can't focus for that length of time. I'm not talking about having pop music blaring, but could I possibly have some background noise tracks in headphones to assist me? Sorry if it's a stupid question.
I think it's unlikely, as headphones are usually banned from exams (according to the big poster displayed by Ofqual outside all exam rooms), however if you can get a letter from a medical professional, you could try asking for it under access arrangements.
I was allowed to sit my exams in a separate room, and got extra time and rest breaks - I know some students who have had 'helpers' to prompt them when their concentration begins to wane...I don't know if any of those things might be helpful for you?