Autism Pupil Leaflet – Item 773

This neuroaffirming autism pupil leaflet is a clear, child-friendly resource designed to support understanding of autism in an accessible and positive way. It uses simple language and inclusive visuals to help children learn about how autistic people may think, feel, and experience the world in different but equally valid ways.

Created in a trifold format, it is ideal for use in schools, interventions, and home settings. It is also suitable for siblings and peers, supporting wider understanding, empathy, and acceptance within classrooms and families.

The leaflet explores key areas including autistic identity, strengths, sensory experiences, communication, and supportive approaches that can help create comfort and wellbeing. It avoids deficit-based or outdated terminology and instead focuses on difference, individuality, and respect.

Designed to support PSHE, wellbeing work, ELSA sessions, and transition activities, this resource encourages inclusive conversations around neurodiversity and helps foster a culture of understanding and belonging.

A valuable addition to any wellbeing toolkit, it supports children to recognise and value differences, develop respectful awareness, and build a more inclusive view of autism.

This resource helps to:

• Support understanding of autism in a positive, neuroaffirming way
• Build awareness of strengths, interests, and individuality
• Develop empathy and inclusive thinking in classrooms and families
• Support conversations around sensory needs and communication differences
• Encourage acceptance and belonging for all children

Important information:
The Autism Pupil  leaflet is designed to be used as part of ELSA sessions, PSHE teaching, or another supportive session. It should not simply be handed to children without guidance. These leaflets are intended as reminders for pupils to take away and to support adults working through the content with them.

It is your responsibility to decide whether the information in this leaflet is appropriate and helpful for your pupils.

Under our terms and conditions, these leaflets must not be uploaded to school websites. They are for printing and using within sessions or as a structured basis for teaching and discussion.