Asking for help
13/01/2025
Many autistic students will be experiencing heightened anxiety this month as they try to settle back into the school routine following Winter break.
Breathing and Relaxation
09/01/2025
Some children and young people may be feeling anxious about being back in a busy school environment after the holidays.
Social Narrative: Visiting friends & family
12/12/2024
On the run up to Christmas we might take some visits to see family and friends. This change in routine might feel a little overwhelming for some family members.
Visitors at Christmas
09/12/2024
Over Christmas we might have more visits from family & friends.
A Winter walk
02/12/2024
At this time of year, there can be a lot of pressure to plan the “perfect Christmas”.
MCA Early Years Foundation Stage Tool
27/11/2024
Have you explored the Centre’s new Supporting Early Years Resource?
Supporting Early Years Resource
25/11/2024
The first six years of life are a remarkable period of growth, laying the foundation for each child’s lifelong learning and development.
A sensory winter walk
21/11/2024
This is a mindfulness based resource for nature lovers. It turns a winter walk into a celebration of the senses.
Tea and Toast resource
19/11/2024
With darker days and colder weather, it’s important that we can all take steps to make ourselves feel cosy.
Tourettes support for teachers
08/11/2024
Earlier this week the Centre shared a podcast with comedian and author, Jess Thom about her life with Tourettes Syndrome.
Today is World Mental Health Day
10/10/2024
We know that many autistic children and adolescents face mental health challenges.
Dyslexia Awareness Week
07/10/2024
This week is Dyslexia Awareness Week. We know that dyslexia is more common in autistic people than in the general public.
Introducing Augmentative and Alternative Communication
30/09/2024
Today is Non-Speaking Awareness Day.
Transitions can be difficult for autistic people
16/09/2024
Transitions can be a challenge for many autistic people.
What do I need to fill up my cup?
10/09/2024
Understanding what a child or young person needs to feel both sensory and emotional support can help school staff to build a comfortable and accepting environment.
There is no right way to play
09/09/2024
As students settle into school, the Centre is focusing on getting to know students and their unique ways of being.
After school restraint collapse
06/09/2024
School staff may not always be aware that a student is struggling.
Podcast with Deirdre O'Shea
04/09/2024
Trauma is a serious but important topic.