EBSNA and neurodivergence
Please note: These resources are designed for school staff and professionals to support children, young people, and families facing barriers to education.
While parents and carers may find the information helpful, they are encouraged to contact their child’s school or a relevant professional for personalised support.
Autistic children and young people have been identified as significantly more likely to experience EBSNA. This may relate to social communication and sensory based needs, amongst others.
In line with the Graduated Approach for Neurodivergent Children and Young People (CYP) this section provides guidance to help schools develop inclusive practices that support neurodivergent CYP experiencing EBSNA. It can be helpful to consider making additional reasonable adjustments for these young people to ensure that school life feels supportive and positive.
It is important to remember that a formal diagnosis of autism, ADHD, or any other neurodevelopmental condition, is not required to access reasonable adjustments or neuroaffirming support. What matters is recognising and responding to individual needs.
Guidance documents:
- EBSNA and Neurodivergence (Coming soon, December 2026).
- Support CYP’s wellbeing and managing burnout (Coming soon, December 2026).
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