Kate Coldrick explains how autistic learners can approach AQA GCSE English Language Question 3 on structure with an inclusive, accessible strategy. From summer 2026, AQA are revising Paper 1, Question 3. Instead of the familiar open-ended “How has the writer structured the text to interest you as a reader?”, the question will now specify a … Continue reading Making AQA GCSE English Language Question 3 Accessible for Autistic Learners
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Why Repetition Builds Confidence for Autistic Learners
One of the most effective ways to support autistic learners in literacy is also one of the simplest: repetition. Repetition creates safety. When a student knows what to expect, they can focus their energy on practising the skill itself rather than managing the uncertainty of a new task format. Instead of novelty, which can trigger … Continue reading Why Repetition Builds Confidence for Autistic Learners
Sentence Types Made Simple: A Visual Approach for Functional Skills English
As a literacy tutor and inclusive education specialist, Kate Coldrick, created this colour-coded sentence guide to help Functional Skills English learners understand sentence types with clarity and confidence. If you’ve ever tried to explain the structure of English sentences to a neurodivergent learner – particularly an autistic student – you’ll know it’s rarely as straightforward … Continue reading Sentence Types Made Simple: A Visual Approach for Functional Skills English
Animal Toys, Phonics Progression, and Playful Literacy
If you’ve ever sat down with a child and a box of animal toys, you’ll know just how quickly a simple activity can turn into a rich learning opportunity. Over the years, I’ve returned again and again to using high-quality, tactile animal figures in my work with students – not just because they’re engaging, but … Continue reading Animal Toys, Phonics Progression, and Playful Literacy
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