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That is a textbook case of inattentive ADHD (old name, ADD).

The fact that he is gifted as well makes him GT/LD (gifted and talented / learning disabled, or twice exceptional, 2E).

His brain's prefrontal cortex lacks enough dopamine stimulation and this affects attention and executive function skills, such as planning, organization and thus, speed. Since ADHD is an attention dysregulation, it also makes him capable of hyperfocusing on his topics of interest such as reading.

You should have him tested by a reputable developmental pediatrician or ADHD specialist (it will involve a parent interview and a test for him). He will be eligible for accommodations in MCPS, such as time and a half on exams, however class sizes will always be an issue for the attention issue, so you are right to look for another environment.

We are in the same boat, except that DS was diagnosed at 6. Just make sure that whatever private you look at explains how they would be willing to accommodate his needs. Some may not, whereas MCPS is legally required to. You can also look at middle school magnet placement in MCPS, because with the time accommodation he might ace the test in 5th grade, or inquire of possible GT/LD programs in middle school.

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