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Thoughtful guides for neurodivergent people, parents, carers and educators. Clear language, encouraging ideas and space to choose what works for you.
Family support, benefits & EHCPs
Find school support, council timeliness figures and benefits to check, with sources and practical next steps.
Get nursery and school help →SENCO meetings, support plans, Family Hubs and advice contacts.Request an EHCP →Assessment steps, evidence, dates, draft plans and appeals.Check council EHCP figures →Official historical data for 152 English councils, plus help with current waits.Check benefits and financial help →Disability payments, carers, transport, care, adaptations and grants.
Latest guides
Explore the newest articles, or start with the topic that feels most relevant today.
- My Child Has Been Diagnosed with Autism: What Next?Your child has just been diagnosed with autism. You do not need to figure everything out today. This guide covers what the diagnosis actually means, your first 30 days, how to tell school and family, and how to get the right support worldwide.
- Autistic Meltdowns and Tantrums: Understanding DistressAutistic meltdowns and tantrums: understanding distress By NeuroVillage · Updated 26 October 2026 · General information for parents and carers When a child is distressed, the most useful first question is often “What do … Read more
- Is it speech delay or could it be autism?Speech delay or autism? A parent’s guide to next steps By NeuroVillage · Updated 26 October 2026 · General information for parents and carers When your child is not talking as you expected, it … Read more
- Autistic Children and Sleep: Practical Help for FamiliesAutistic children and sleep: practical help for families By NeuroVillage · Updated 26 October 2026 · General information for parents and carers Repeated night waking or a difficult bedtime can leave the whole family … Read more
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Visual routines for everyday skills
Visual potty training: how to use a toilet routine chart
Introduce picture prompts, practise one step at a time and adapt a routine to your child. Includes links to ERIC, NHS and National Autistic Society guidance, plus an optional printable poster.