Inclusion

Autism in Early Years 

This course has been designed to help educators develop a deeper understanding of Autism in the early years, providing essential information on recognising Autism and effective strategies for supporting autistic children during this critical phase. It is structured into three key modules: an Introduction to Autism, guidance on Identifying Autism in the Early Years and practical approaches for Supporting Autistic Learners in the Early Years. Through these modules, educators will gain insights into best practices and inclusive approaches to create a supportive learning environment for all children.
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Georgina Durrant

2 hours

Online Course

By completing this course, you will:

know what Autism is and  what the diagnosis process refers to;
understand that some autistic people can communicate differently;
understand the impacts of sensory processing differences on autistic learners;
know how to support autistic learners in the early years;
reflect on your own practice and pedagogy. 

Course Lessons

Georgina Durrant

Georgina Durrant is the National Inclusion Lead at Twinkl. A qualified teacher and SENDCo, she is also a published author in the SEND field.

Georgina hosts the highly acclaimed podcast 'SEND in the Experts with Georgina Durrant,' and has penned three books on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities: 'SEND Strategies for the Primary Years,' '100 Ways Your Child Can Learn Through Play' and 'How to Boost Reading and Writing Through Play.' Currently, she is working on two new SEND books, one for secondary school teachers and another for early career teachers (ECTs). In 2023, Georgina was honoured with the nasen Award for Positive Media Impact for SEND.

As a speaker, Georgina presents at conferences and schools about SEND. Her expert educational advice frequently features in major media outlets, including The Independent, The Guardian and The Telegraph, as well as on Sky News, Channel 5 News and BBC 5 Live.