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ACE - things we have helped change

ACE Participation Journeys Helping to design a new Post19 centre Helping the Royal Observatory

ASD and Managing Interviews

Managing Interviews Introduction Job interviews can be stressful for everyone but even more so for people wilt ASD who can find social interactions both stressful and confusing. A large group of people with ASD are unemployment due to challenges presented by applying for a job,…

ASD and Sexuality

Useful links to trusted online platforms Iinformation for young people with learning disabilities and their families to understand and talk about relationships and sex developed by Mencap can be found here    Useful information for young people written by a young person about relationships can…

ASD Provision

The Royal Borough of Greenwich has a range of specialist provision for children and young people with an ASD Click on one of the drop-down menus below to find out more

Autism and Mental Health

Mental Health and ASD ASD is not a mental health condition itself, but people with a diagnosis of ASD can be affected by mental health conditions, just like everyone else. Autism and mental health (youngminds.org.uk)   How common are mental health problems in people with…

Discussing a diagnosis

Does your child know about Autism? Are you considering telling them about their diagnosis? There are many resources available to support discussion about Autism with children of all ages. This should be a positive experience for both the child and the parent/carer. The National Autistic…

Education & Schools

Children can start school in the September before their fifth birthday and attend up until they are aged 11.  In the September before their 12th birthday they transfer to secondary school and can attend up until they are aged 18. Some special schools offer places…

Friendship, relationships and being part of the community

Activities in Greenwich There are a range of activities availble in the community that young people can get involved in. This is one way to meet other people that have similar interests. Try searching the Local Offer for information on activities that interest you.  Relationships…

Health

How can I stay healthy? As you get older it is important to stay fit and look after yourself. In Greenwich there are a number of groups and services who support young people with their healthcare needs. This includes help and support from your local…

Higher Education

Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) may wish to go into higher education, and there is support and courses available for students with disabilities who wish to study at University level. Accessing higher education By law, universities must ensure that education is…