Autistic pupil who 'would never speak' records single

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Autistic pupil who 'would never speak' records single

A teenager from Essex with atypical autism has recorded a single, despite being

told she would never speak.

Fifteen-year-old Charlotte Fieldson a pupil at Columbus College says she feels

very proud of her achievements.

Mum Jayne told BBC Essex: " They said she would probably never communicate

in words, and here we are today, she's just done fantastic. "

Charlotte recently auditioned for 'Britain's Got Talent' and is waiting to hear

if she got to the next round.

" I went inside and sang 'Hallelujah', " said Charlotte.

" They said they would let me know if I'm through in February. "

Charlotte says getting to the next stage would 'make her happy'.

Jayne says at the moment they are just taking one day at a time.

" It's been a bit of a roller coaster really, " she said.

" Most children with atypical autism can communicate, but just through noise

really. "

Tom Owens, Charlotte's former teacher at Columbus College in Chelmsford was

instrumental in getting Charlotte's song recorded.

" He was the one who originally tapped into her talent and said 'look you've got

somebody here who's got a fantastic voice with real potential.' "

They plan to use any monies raised from the single to fundraise for the school.

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Just shows how wrong doctors can be.

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Autistic pupil who 'would never speak' records single