Resources for teachers

Circle of Friends is used mainly in mainstream schools as a way of promoting pupils' inclusion and interaction with their peers. It may be helpful for children and young people with autism.

A pilot evaluation of a specialised multidisciplinary arts project for children with autism and Asperger syndrome by Jennifer Alcock and Patricia Howlin, St George's Hospital Medical School, October 2003.

'Rules, routines and reasons - the three Rs of autism'
By Wendy Barbara Fidler

This article considers the importance of the three Rs of autism - rules, routines and reasons - and how they have helped a young boy at a Montessori school develop self-respect, independence, empathy and an innate love of learning.

'The autistic spectrum: autism, Asperger syndrome and demantic pragmatic disorder - a practical Montessori response'
By Wendy Barbara Fidler

This article discusses how a prepared learning environment within Montessori schools can help children with autism.

Although a visit to a museum may seem a daunting prospect, with careful planning it can be a really rewarding experience.

A teacher shares a simple but successful tactic she developed for helping a student with Asperger syndrome to successfully tackle exams.

We have published a guide to help school staff deal with instances of bullying involving pupils with autism. You can download a copy of the booklet here.

Advice on planning revision and study leave, and some practical ways to prepare pupils with an autism spectrum disorder for exams.