ADHD & Autism in Education
UNDERSTANDING STARTS WITH US.
Maisie works with schools and trusts to shift the conversation from ‘how do we manage behaviour?’ to ‘why is it happening?’ - because when staff understand the root causes of neurodivergent behaviours, absence and exclusion rates drop, student engagement improves, and parental trust grows.
Which training session would you like to explore first?
ADHD IN EDUCATION
This half-day, in-person training gives school staff a clear understanding of ADHD and equips them with practical de-escalation strategies to support students in real time. Through a mix of insight, myth-busting, and scenario-based learning, staff will leave confident in recognising ADHD strengths, reducing common barriers, and responding calmly and effectively to challenging situations.
Whats Covered:
Understanding ADHD: how different brains process information
Recognising ADHD in both boys and girls
Common myths and misconceptions in education
Recognising ADHD strengths and barriers to learning
Behaviour as communication: triggers and stress responses
De-escalation strategies tailored to the classroom (and corridors, lunch hall, playgrounds...!)
Preventative adjustments that reduce flashpoints and encourage self-regulation
Supporting student self-advocacy and resilience
School Benefits:
Builds understanding of ADHD-specific strengths and challenges.
Reduces exclusions and incidents through proactive behaviour support.
Boosts staff confidence and reduces stress in challenging situations.
Strengthens inclusive school culture and supports SEND/Ofsted priorities.
Empowers students to feel safe, respected, and able to learn.
Perfect For:
Teachers, TAs, support staff, lunchtime staff, SENCOs, pastoral leads, and school leaders who want to better understand and support students with ADHD.
Session Overview:
Duration: 3.5 hours (half-day, includes short break)
Location: In-person (your school/trust)
To find out more or book your session, get in touch:
AUTISM IN EDUCATION
This half-day training helps staff move beyond stereotypes to understand autism in real-world educational contexts. Attendees will gain tools to create safer environments, reduce overwhelm, and respond effectively to moments of distress.
Whats Covered:
Understanding autism: processing, communication, and sensory needs
Common myths and misconceptions in education
Harnessing autistic strengths (focus, pattern recognition, honesty)
Practical environmental adjustments to reduce overwhelm and promote self-regulation
Behaviour as communication: recognising triggers and overloadUnderstanding autism: processing, communication, and sensory needs
De-escalation strategies tailored to autistic learners
Supporting self-advocacy and independence
School Benefits:
Improves understanding of autistic strengths and needs.
Reduces anxiety and distress through preventative strategies.
Strengthens staff confidence in managing challenging situations.
Enhances inclusive practice across the school.
Perfect For:
Teachers, TAs, support staff, lunchtime staff, SENCOs, pastoral leads, and school leaders who want to better understand and support autistic students
Session Overview:
Duration: 3.5 hours (half-day, includes short break)
Location: In-person (your school/trust)
To find out more or book your session, get in touch:
ADHD & AUTISM IN EDUCATION
A comprehensive, whole-school training on two of the most common neurodivergences.
Many students present with both ADHD and autism traits, and staff often need strategies that support overlap as well as difference. This full-day training brings both strands together, giving your team a complete toolkit for understanding, preventing escalation, and creating inclusive classrooms.
Whats Covered:
Everything that is included in both the half day ADHD session and autism session.
Understanding ADHD and autism: similarities, differences, and co-occurrence
Myths, stereotypes, and their impact in education
Harnessing neurodivergent strengths while reducing barriers
Behaviour as communication across ADHD and autism
De-escalation strategies for different scenarios
Classroom and whole-school adjustments that make a difference
Empowering neurodivergent learners to advocate for their needs
School Benefits:
Combines ADHD and autism training into one comprehensive package.
Addresses overlap and co-occurrence for real-world classroom impact.
Provides more time for practice, role-play, and embedding learning.
Equips all staff with consistent approaches for supporting neurodivergent learners.
Perfect For:
Schools and trusts looking for whole-staff training on ADHD and autism, delivered in a single impactful day.
Session Overview:
Duration: 6.5 hours (half-day, includes short break)
Location: In-person (your school/trust)
To find out more or book your session, get in touch:
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Meet your trainer:
Maisie Cass
Maisie is a neurodiversity consultant, trainer, and speaker with nearly 20 years’ experience spanning education, social care, and family support.
She specialises in supporting educational settings to better understand and meet the needs of neurodivergent learners - particularly those with ADHD, autism, and complex social, emotional, mental health needs.
With a professional background in Autism and Intellectual Disabilities, Maisie holds a CMI Level 7 qualification in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, is a certified Train the Trainer professional, and a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). She is also an award-winning creator of CPD-accredited training.
Maisie has supported learners from Early Years through to university, with a particular focus on transitions - including transitions to work. She collaborates closely with SENCo teams, lecturers, wellbeing leads, and multi-agency professionals to develop personalised strategies that reduce barriers and build on strengths.
As a mother raising a neurodivergent family, and an ADHDer herself, Maisie brings deep empathy, practical insight, and a systems-thinking approach to every conversation. Her mission is to ensure that neurodivergent young people are understood, supported, and set up to thrive- not just in school, but in life beyond the classroom.
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