Erin’s neurodivergent son was allegedly bashed by another eight-year-old student at a Perth primary school, with reports of the boy’s knee striking his head, neck, and back, and her son being rushed to hospital in an ambulance.

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Erin explained to Perth Today host Simon Beaumont that schools need more support and resources directed towards creating a safer, more inclusive environment for all students.

“I know that this isn’t an issue that is going to go away quickly. I know that it may not ever be able to be solved perfectly, but some sort of help and some sort of resources need to be directed towards this issue for everyone’s sake,” she said.

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