Autism, masking and the limits of observable behaviour Earlier this year, TES published an interview with Dame Uta Frith under the headline Why I no longer think autism is a spectrum. Frith has been one of the most influential figures in autism research for decades, and her change of position is significant. She argues that … Continue reading They Look as Though They’re Coping. But What Does It Cost?
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When Our Idea of a ‘Successful Learner’ Becomes Too Narrow
How classroom expectations can create barriers for autistic and neurodivergent learners – and how more accessible teaching can reveal what pupils really know. Over the years, I have taught and tutored children and young people across very different settings, from mainstream classrooms and specialist provision to individual tuition. One thing that has become increasingly clear … Continue reading When Our Idea of a ‘Successful Learner’ Becomes Too Narrow
Girls Who Mask: My SEN Magazine Article on Autistic Masking
Kate Coldrick shares her SEN Magazine article, Girls Who Mask, on recognising autistic masking in girls and why calm classrooms can hide distress. I’m very pleased to share that my latest article, Girls Who Mask, has been published in the May/June issue of SEN Magazine. The article explores the challenge of recognising autistic masking in … Continue reading Girls Who Mask: My SEN Magazine Article on Autistic Masking
New Publication: 6 Ways to Support Autistic Girls in Your Classroom
I’m delighted to share that my latest article has just been published by Edutopia. “6 Ways to Support Autistic Girls in Your Classroom” explores how small, intentional adjustments can help autistic girls feel secure, confident, and ready to learn. It draws together my work as a tutor, writer, and parent, connecting the everyday experiences of … Continue reading New Publication: 6 Ways to Support Autistic Girls in Your Classroom
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