At River Primary school we are committed to offering support to all of our families. We understand that providing advice and signposting to the right support will promote a positive school experience. 

 

The National Autistic Society 

https://www.autism.org.uk/ 

https://www.autism.org.uk/what-we-do/support-in-the-community/family-support 

Online advice and guidance to help families understand what ASD/ASC is, supporting acceptance, developing awareness and sign posting to further support. 

Young Minds – ASD/ASC

https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-a-z-mental-health-guide/autism-and-mental-health/ 

Support on how to help children/teens with their mental health. Links to other ASD/ASC advice. 

NHS – Help for Families of autistic people

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/autism-and-everyday-life/help-for-families/ 

Includes the parent tool kit, along with resources for the whole family.

https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/what-we-do/services/i-am-a-parent-carer/parent-toolkit

Gingerbread

https://www.gingerbread.org.uk/find-information/parenting-perspectives/parenting-autistic-child/ 

Parenting support, useful links and discussions on how to teach your child about their diagnosis. 

Right to Choose

https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/about-the-nhs/your-choices-in-the-nhs/ 

Information for parents who are looking into an ASD/ASC assessment for their children, to reduce waiting list time. 

Amazing Things Projects

'Amazing things happen,' is a brilliant YouTube video that talks about all aspects of Autism. It's a great way for parents and children to explore the diagnosis together.