What is Autism?

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects how a person experiences and interacts with the world. Autistic children may have differences in communication, social interaction, sensory processing, flexibility of thinking and understanding.

Cherbourg's Approach to Autism

• We aim to understand each child's individual strengths and needs.
• We work closely with parents and carers to provide consistent support.
• We create an inclusive and autism-friendly learning environment.
• We make reasonable adjustments to help pupils access learning and school life.
• We regularly review and monitor each child's progress and wellbeing.

Our Autism Information Poster provides further information about autism, common characteristics, and how we support autistic pupils in school. Download the poster below.

• National Autistic Society
• Autism Education Trust
• NHS - Autism