Illustrated support and advice resource poster featuring a black cat with a purple collar and a star pendant, books labeled "You are capable," "important," and "You belong," and a wooden signpost with arrows pointing to Information, Support, Understanding, and Hope. The background has trees, purple flowers, a lantern hanging from a tree branch, and a rainbow. The poster highlights topics like neurodiversity, family support, mental health, education, wellbeing, and guidance, with emphasizing message 'You are not alone.'

Every child is unique, and every family experiences different challenges and successes.

The organisations below provide trusted information, advice and support for neurodivergent children, young people, families and educators. Whether you're looking for practical strategies, emotional support, educational guidance or simply somewhere to learn more, these organisations are a great place to start.

The resources listed here are independent organisations. Victoria Martin Children's Author is not affiliated with them but recommends them as trusted sources of information.

Neurodiversity

Illustration promoting neurodiversity, featuring four children sitting on the ground with books and a lamp, surrounded by plants and books, with symbols representing ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, anxiety, and sensory processing. A signpost on the right lists understanding, acceptance, support, strengths, and belonging.

ADHD UK Supporting people with ADHD through information, advocacy, resources and signposting. 🔗 https://adhduk.co.uk

‍ ‍National Autistic Society Information, education resources, training and support for autistic people and their families. 🔗 https://www.autism.org.uk

‍ ‍Ambitious about Autism Helping autistic children and young people achieve their potential through education, employment and campaigning. 🔗 https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk

‍ ‍ADDISS Information and support for ADHD and attention differences. 🔗 https://www.addiss.co.uk

PDA Society

PDA Society - Pathological Demand Avoidance

Autistic Girls Network

Welcome to the Autistic Girls Network

Family Support

Illustration of a family sitting on a sofa, reading a book titled 'You Are Not Alone,' surrounded by support symbols, plants, and inspirational signs about family support, guidance, hope, and strength.

Barnardo's Support for children, young people and families across the UK. 🔗 https://www.barnardos.org.uk

‍ ‍YoungMinds Mental health advice and support for children, young people and parents. 🔗 https://www.youngminds.org.uk

‍ ‍Place2Be Mental health support in schools and practical advice for families. 🔗 https://www.place2be.org.uk

‍ ‍Family Lives Parenting advice, family support and confidential helplines. 🔗 https://www.familylives.org.uk

Education & SEND

An educational poster promoting support for every child's learning rights, featuring books, a blackboard, children studying, and text emphasizing inclusion, understanding, advocacy, empowerment, and equal opportunities.

IPSEA

Independent legal advice and guidance on special educational needs and disability (SEND).

🔗 https://www.ipsea.org.uk

Contact

Advice for families raising disabled children.

🔗 https://contact.org.uk

‍ ‍Council for Disabled Children Information about SEND law, education and inclusion. 🔗 https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk

‍ ‍The Autism Education Trust Resources and training to support autistic pupils in education. 🔗 https://www.autismeducationtrust.org.uk

Wellbeing

Anna Freud

Children's mental health resources and practical guidance.

🔗 https://www.annafreud.org

NHS Every Mind Matters

Simple wellbeing advice for children, young people and adults.

🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters

Mind

Mental health information and support.

🔗 https://www.mind.org.uk

An illustrated poster with encouragements for mental health, emotional wellbeing, and self-care. The background features potted plants, a candle, and a coffee mug. Text includes supportive messages like 'It's ok to not be ok. You matter,' and tips for wellbeing such as 'Be kind to your mind,' 'Small steps every day,' and 'Take a breath, you've got this.'

Learning Resources

BBC Bitesize

Free learning resources across the National Curriculum

🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

Oak National Academy

Free curriculum lessons and teaching resources.

🔗 https://www.thenational.academy

Twinkl

Educational resources for parents, schools and educators.

🔗 https://www.twinkl.co.uk

Nature & Wellbeing

Woodland Trust

Ideas for connecting children with nature.

🔗 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk

The Wildlife Trusts

Nature activities and wildlife learning.

🔗 https://www.wildlifetrusts.org

National Trust

Outdoor adventures, family activities and historical places to explore.

🔗 https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Reading & Literacy

BookTrust

BookTrust is the UK's largest children's reading charity, helping children develop a lifelong love of books and reading through free books, recommendations and family resources.

🔗 https://www.booktrust.org.uk

National Literacy Trust

The National Literacy Trust works to improve literacy skills across the UK, providing support, resources and programmes for children, families, schools and communities.

🔗 https://literacytrust.org.uk

The Reading Agency

The Reading Agency inspires people of all ages to read, supporting wellbeing, learning and confidence through libraries, reading challenges and community projects.

🔗 https://readingagency.org.uk

Support in West Sussex

Reaching Families – Parent carer support, training, benefits advice and family events.

Reaching Families

West Sussex Parent Carer Forum (WSPCF) – Parent voice, SEND information and local services.

West Sussex Parent Carer Forum | Information | Training

West Sussex Local Offer – Information about education, health and social care services.

Local Offer - West Sussex County Council

Aspens Charities – Autism, learning disability and family support.

ASPENS CHARITIES

West Sussex SENDIAS – Independent SEND advice for families.

West Sussex SENDIAS Service

West Sussex Mind – Mental health support.

West Sussex Mind | Home

Autism Crawley – Providing support, activities and opportunities for autistic children, young people, adults and their families across Crawley.

Autism Support Crawley

Sussex Wildlife Trust – Protecting wildlife and wild places across Sussex while inspiring people of all ages to connect with nature through education, events and conservation

Our Wild Sussex | Sussex Wildlife Trust

Colorful illustration of learning resources, including books, a globe, a laptop, and art supplies, with motivational quotes about curiosity and growth.
An illustrated poster about nature and wellbeing, featuring a tree with a hanging sign, a bird on a branch, a hiking backpack, binoculars, a potted plant of lavender, a mug, a notebook, a rock, and a pair of binoculars, all surrounded by greenery and flowers.
A colorful, illustrated poster about reading and literacy for children. It features a girl reading a book titled 'Wonderful Worlds' with a black cat sleeping beside her. The poster includes motivational words like 'Discover,' 'Learn,' and 'Grow,' along with images of books, a stack of books with an apple, a cup of pencils, and a cozy reading nook. Various inspirational quotes and phrases encourage love of reading, imagination, exploration, and belief, with decorative hearts, stars, and a book with the quote 'A book is a dream that you hold in your hands.'
Illustration of a family holding hands on a scenic trail surrounded by green foliage and purple flowers, with the words 'Local Support' and two small hearts beneath.