The first day back at school can bring excitement, nerves, and everything in between,especially for neurodivergent young people.

When routines shift — whether planned or unexpected — it can feel unsettling for the whole family. This post shares simple, reassuring reminders to help you navigate changes with understanding and support.

Ready for the school year? The NEST team share their favourite back-to-school must-haves to support comfort, confidence, and neurodivergent needs in the classroom.

What helps a neurodivergent young person re-engage with learning? In Part 2 of our series on school avoidance, we explore compassionate strategies that put wellbeing and trust first — not pressure.

Exam Results Day can stir up a lot of emotions—excitement, nerves, uncertainty. Whether your results went as planned or not, we want to remind you of one simple truth: your worth is not defined by a grade. 💚

When a young person avoids school, it’s easy to jump to conclusions. But behind every refusal is a story. Let’s explore what school avoidance really means, especially for those who are neurodivergent.