Creating inclusive schools

This page is dedicated to providing resources for creating more inclusive school environments for students with autism. Here you will find advice for teachers, managers, principles, and boards of management. We hope these resources empower you to make positive changes in your school community.

Resources for whole-school inclusion

This section provides resources to help your entire school community become more inclusive. These resources are suitable for teachers, managers, principals, and boards of management. We have collated advice and facts on ways to improve inclusivity and accessibility for students with autism.

Examples of inclusive practices

Explore practical examples of how schools can implement inclusive practices. This includes advice on creating sensory-friendly environments, promoting understanding among students, and implementing supportive policies at the school level. We encourage you to adapt these practices to best suit your school's unique needs.

The following links are what our team think will help all of you best! :)

https://www.mwcds.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Information_Avista-CDNTs-Autism-resource-pack-for-schools-Final.pdf

https://www.inclusionireland.ie/resources/education/

https://www.tui.ie/_fileupload/Adam%20Harris%20Presentation%20for%20TUI.pdf

https://early-years.middletownautism.com/acceptance/whole-school-autism-competency-approach-for-eyfs-settings/

https://www.cdi.ie/app/uploads/2025/03/NEPS_20240406_Autism-Good-Practice-for-Schools.pdf

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lThGHWL6g6w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grp_TONyO0o

https://early-years.middletownautism.com/acceptance/whole-school-autism-competency-approach-for-eyfs-settings/