Educational Support

If you support a child /young person who is autistic, ADHD, PDA or any other neurodivergence they may need some additional educational support. This is not a reflection on your parenting and often not the fault of any school or setting either. It is a wider systemic issue that is a reflection of our society not being set up to meet the needs of neurodivergent people.

I have compiled many resources I have found personally valuable as both a parent and a teacher below to help you navigate this journey. This will help ensure the child you are supporting is able to thrive in an environment that meets their needs whether that is in a mainstream setting, SEN setting, alternative provision, education other than at school (EOTAS) or you decide to go down the home education route.

This is a free PDF download with information and signposting if your child or young person is having difficulties accessing education.

Signposting about school attendance difficulties

Information for Parents and Carers

Information to support you at home and when navigating
Education and Health Care Settings

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Information for Education & Health Care Professionals

Information to support professionals working with autistic and neurodivergent young people and their families.

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Autistic Realms articles about education

Articles below include lots of signposting information to additional resources and organisations that may be able to provide support.

Feb 10, 2023
16 min

Supporting pupils through Autistic Burnout (Teacher Guide)

This article discusses what Autistic Burnout may look like & how you can support young people & their families within educational settings.

Dec 5, 2022
9 min

Supporting Children through Autistic Burnout (Parent/Carer Guide)

If your child is going through Autistic Burnout, they will need your support. They will need understanding, an increase in sensory regulatio

Nov 15, 2022
7 min

Ideas for Autistic Children who are Struggling at School

It can be difficult for autistic children to access an appropriate education and challenging for their parents to navigate the various...

Jan 16
5 min

Neurodiversity Affirming Glossary of Key Words - for families and professionals

A glossary of neurodiversity affirming some key vocabulary. A valuable resource that will help develop knowledge to support everyone.

Jan 13
4 min

Embracing Autistic Children’s Monotropic Flow States

Embracing flow states allows monotropic learners to gain deeper knowledge and new skills, which can help build confidence and support their

Aug 16, 2023
8 min

Monotropism, Autism & OCD

Exploring similarities and differences between Autistic and OCD monotropic flow states. Can attention tunnels freeze and thoughts get stuck?

Jul 19, 2023
6 min

Transitions - Supporting young people throughout the day

Reducing the number of demands and transitions an autistic / PDA person has to manage daily will help reduce anxiety.

Apr 2, 2023
4 min

Low Demand Parenting (for the whole family)

If you are also autistic and have neurodivergent children it can feel even more overwhelming at times. A low demand approach may help.

Mar 21, 2023
12 min

Autism is fluid

Autism is fluid and everyone has different needs. We need compassion and understanding to develop deep and meaningful connections.

I am now proud to be an affiliate for Kieran Rose's, The Autistic Advocate - Inside of Autism Course and other webinars. Please click links below for further information. Ideal for parents / carers and educational and health care professionals.