Teaching for Every Mind – Embracing Neurodiversity in the Classroom
31/10/2025
Join us on 26th November for a full-day session with Dr. Holly Sutherland: Teaching for Every Mind – Embracing Neurodiversity in the Classroom.
Witches’ Hats
29/10/2025
Time for some more Halloween treats!
Alternatives to Trick or Treating
27/10/2025
Between strange outfits, chaotic streets and meeting lots of new people, trick or treating can feel a bit overwhelming for some.
Halloween Bingo
25/10/2025
Another one of the Centre’s popular Halloween activities!
Understanding PDA with Sorcha Rice
22/10/2025
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat to Occupational Therapist, Sorcha Rice. Sorcha brings her expertise and lived experience to discuss PDA (Persistent Drive for Autonomy). W...
Diwali colouring
20/10/2025
Diwali is celebrated today!
Halloween Social narrative
16/10/2025
Halloween dress up day can be lots of fun for some students, but others may find it a bit confusing or overwhelming.
Halloween baking
13/10/2025
It is time to think about Halloween, and food is always a good place to start!
Alternatives to Social Skills Training with Gráinne Warren
08/10/2025
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat to play therapist Gráinne Warren about building authentic connections rather than “training” social skills.
If I could fly to the moon
06/10/2025
Autumn weather may make outdoor adventures a little difficult, but with this creative resource you can go adventuring from the comfort of your living room.
Fingerprint tree
02/10/2025
Another lovely Autumn activity today, this time using finger painting to create leaves on a tree.
Getting to know me - Skittles
01/10/2025
Today’s resources focus on getting to know students based on their emotions and their interests.
Podcast – New Book: Someone Like Me with Clem Bastow and Jo Case
24/09/2025
In the latest Middletown Podcast, we chat to Australian authors Clem Bastow and Jo Case about “Someone Like Me”, a new anthology of autistic writing that they have edited.
Transitions can be difficult for autistic people
22/09/2025
Transitions can be a challenge for many autistic people.
Things I would like to tell my teacher
18/09/2025
Sometimes, it can be hard for students to communicate their needs in the classroom.
Our Class Paper Chain
16/09/2025
Today we have another resource to help school staff to get to know more about the students in their class.
What do I need to fill up my cup?
12/09/2025
Understanding what a child or young person needs to feel both sensory and emotional support can help school staff to build a comfortable and accepting environment.
Autism-friendly Festivals & Events with Adam O’Brien
10/09/2025
Festival season may be coming to an end for this year, but in the latest episode of the podcast we’re thinking about how festivals and events can be made more comfortable for autis...