This presentation explores practical, evidence-informed strategies for supporting students who are waiting for an autism assessment in mainstream settings. It highlights what works well and what doesn't ! Emphasising early indentification of needs and intervention and inclusive practice, the session equips educators with realistic, classroom-ready tools to reduce anxiety, improve engagement, and promote positive relationships, ensuring that students receive timely, needs-led support rather than diagnosis-led provision.

Target audience: SENCO’s / Leaders, Practitioners / Support staff, Parents & Carers, Local Authority Staff

Target Key Stage: cross phase 2-19

Settings Targeted: Nursery / pre-school / childminder, School, Alternative provision, FE / Higher education
SEND Focus: ASD 
Related Policy: SEND code of practice/ new White papers if released
Audience Stage: Level 1-3
Learning outcomes: 

• Be able know and impliment evidence-informed strategies for supporting students who are waiting for an autism assessment in mainstream setting.