SLP 358: Preparing Neurodiverse Students for the Transition to Secondary School

Sue Larkey Podcast - Autism (ASD), ADHD, ODD and PDA education · Sep 7, 2026 · 50m

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✅ Start Early: Begin transition planning in year five.

✅ School Visits: Visit school multiple times when crowded.

✅ Sensory Needs: Note sounds, smells, and uniform textures.

✅ Safe Spaces: Establish a calming spot for anxiety.

✅ Language Shift: Teach "unsure" instead of "I don't know".

✅ Peer Support: Use rotating peer mentors, not fixed pairs.

✅ Discreet Help: Use QR codes or signals, avoid aides.

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