mental-health

Inclusion into What? SEND, SATs and the Structure of the Education System

~ katecoldrick

In recent years, the language of inclusion has become central to education policy and practice. The emphasis is often placed on ensuring that more children, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), are able to access mainstream schooling. This shift reflects an important principle: that all children should have access to education alongside … Continue reading Inclusion into What? SEND, SATs and the Structure of the Education System

School Anxiety and Autistic Children: Rethinking Where the Problem Lies

~ katecoldrick

A new systematic review suggests that school anxiety in autistic children is shaped not only by individual experience but by school environments, expectations, and a lack of belonging. A newly published systematic review on school anxiety in autistic children and young people is one of those papers whose argument is more important than its title … Continue reading School Anxiety and Autistic Children: Rethinking Where the Problem Lies

Supporting Autistic Girls in the Classroom – Published in Teaching Times

~ katecoldrick

I’m pleased to share that my latest article, Supporting Autistic Girls: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Teaching, has been published in Teaching Times. The article explores a pattern that many teachers recognise but don’t always name: the quiet, compliant girl who appears to cope, yet may be working harder than anyone else in the room simply … Continue reading Supporting Autistic Girls in the Classroom – Published in Teaching Times

New Publication: 6 Ways to Support Autistic Girls in Your Classroom

~ katecoldrick

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

Learning Where You Live: How Woodbury’s Landscape Inspires Autistic Learners at Home

~ katecoldrick

Evening light over Woodbury, Devon — the familiar view that shapes daily life and learning. When families choose to home educate, they often imagine lessons spread across kitchen tables or screens glowing in the living room. But for many autistic children, the most powerful learning spaces lie just beyond the doorstep. Local environments are predictable, … Continue reading Learning Where You Live: How Woodbury’s Landscape Inspires Autistic Learners at Home

Exploring Why Neurobiology Matters in Autism

~ katecoldrick

Kate Coldrick reflects on autistic sensory neurobiology and why it matters for both education and therapy. Read more in her full NLSC article. Over the past few months, I’ve been following discussions about autism, sensory processing, and therapy. One theme that keeps surfacing is how easily the conversation gets polarised: should traditional therapies be applied … Continue reading Exploring Why Neurobiology Matters in Autism

New Neurodiversity Guides by Kate Coldrick – Now Available to Read and Download

~ katecoldrick

Over the past few months, I’ve been developing a series of free parent guides on neurodiversity. These guides are designed to give families clear explanations, practical strategies, and confidence in supporting their children’s learning. Each one draws on my 25 years of experience as an educational consultant and literacy tutor, as well as lived experience … Continue reading New Neurodiversity Guides by Kate Coldrick – Now Available to Read and Download