10 Steps to a Neurodivergent-Friendly Classroom

Drawing on thousands of hours of training delivered to teachers, teaching assistants, and school leaders, education expert Pooky Knightsmith distils the core principles of a neurodivergent friendly classroom into ten clear, actionable steps. Aligned with current education policy, including the Partnerships for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS) programme and the move towards needs-led support, this guide equips staff at every level to strengthen understanding, embed inclusive routines, and create learning environments where all pupils can thrive.

Each step offers immediately usable strategies, including "try this in the moment" boxes, classroom worksheets, and whole school team reflections. Written in Pooky''s trademark warm, accessible style, this is a highly practical resource for anyone looking to make your classroom calmer, more predictable, and more responsive for neurodivergent students.<

Product details

• Authors: POOKY KNIGHTSMITH, Knightsmith Pooky
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publications
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 21.09.2026
• EAN: 9781399837569
• ISBN: 978-1-399-83756-9
• No. of pages: 144
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Education > Special education; EDUCATION / Inclusive Education, EDUCATION / Educational Psychology, EDUCATION / Special Education / Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Teaching skills and techniques, Teaching skills & techniques, Autism & Asperger's Syndrome, Teaching of students with learning difficulties or disorders