Whether your child or young person is already back at school or is returning in September, we have teamed up with Supportive Parents to create a handy guide to the changes in support that your child may face. This short, easy to read guide summarises the changes made by the Government.
We’re excited to announce that all our play sessions will be based at Patchway Children’s Centre throughout September, instead of The Vench in Lockleaze. We’ll be welcoming in autumn by get cosy and crafty in our play sessions – join us! Check out all our play sessions and book. What’s at Patchway Children’s Centre? We…
Why did you want to work as a playworker at Incredible Kids? I’ve always worked with children, either babysitting or child minding. I really loved looking after children and I started to look for a job that fit similar criteria. Luckily for me Incredible Kids popped up in my search and it was just perfect!…
By Jai Breitnauer, Incredible Fundraiser Every Good Boy Deserves Football – who else remembers that from recorder lessons at school? It was a memory rhyme, a way to remind yourself of the order of the notes on the bar. But I used to think, what if the boy can’t play football? Now, 30-odd-years later,…
Developing Friendships When You Have Autism Developing friendships can be anxiety-provoking for many people with autism. The positive feelings of being understood can make a huge difference in overcoming barriers to forming friendships. Sometimes people with autism can find initiating conversation complicated. Building rapport and maintaining conversations can be tricky. Having a ‘social script’ can…
Welcome to crispy leaf season! 🍂 With a new term ahead and a change in weather, there are bound to be mixed emotions. Whether your kid’s in a learning or care environment, whether you’re returning to being an educator yourself or whether you’re not quite sure how this autumn will look for your family –…
Summary This article explores the importance of friendship for children with additional needs and provides practical tips to help them develop meaningful relationships. Suggestions include focusing on one relationship at a time, creating environments suited to their needs, encouraging shared interests, and using tools like conversation cards to facilitate communication. It also highlights the value…